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"All that persons of opulence could desire, yet within the reach of all others of ordinary means - this, in a few words, epitomizes Prescott's newest community venture, the $300,000 Hassayampa Hotel. It is in fact, a monument to a handful of enterprising spirits, with a dash of the entrepreneur in their veins, who looked into the mirror of the future and saw reflected in hazy, though certain, forms a newer city, finding its substance of growth in a luxurious hotel that would breathe a warm welcome to the newcomer and imbue a feeling of confidence among its enthusiasts and skeptics alike. Its doors were opened wide on Saturday night, bidding all to come and feast their eyes on its beautiful appointments, its sturdy and enduring construction, its marvelous, rich lobby, its comfortable guest rooms, and its capable cuisine."
- Prescott Evening Courier - Saturday, November 19, 1927
November 20, 1927 was the day the historic Hassayampa Inn officially opened. Called the "Mecca of Yavapai County" and the "Grand Jewel of Prescott", the Prescott Journal Miner wrote of the day:
"If Aladdin had lived in these modern days, he would not have thought of building a palace, but would have commanded the genie to transport him and his fair bride to the Hassayampa Inn, where they would have found all of the beauty and comfort that the (experts) of community spirits, artistic designing and careful planning can produce." Read more on our History...
The Hassayampa Inn is featured in Patricia Schultz's book on 1,000 places to visit in the US and Canada. We couldn't agree more.
