Inspired by the Sonoran-Desert environment of Tucson, Arizona, Loews Ventana Canyon opened in 1984 as one of the world’s first environmentally conceived resorts. Groups share the 93-acre property with more than 3,500 saguaro cacti, an 80-foot desert waterfall, 36 holes of golf, and low-rise granite buildings that almost disappear against a Santa Catalina Mountain backdrop.
Much of the 37,000 square feet of meeting space occupies the west wing, which holds the Grand and Catalina ballrooms, plus seven smaller conference rooms with a separate porte cochere for efficient loading and unloading. Other venues include the freestanding Kiva Ballroom for gatherings of up to 1,000; the Western-style Coyote Corral with picnic tables, grills, a dance floor, and soundstage; and several other unique outdoor venues. Experienced managers orchestrate everything from entertainment to meeting setups, menus, and audiovisual aids and support. Meanwhile, a host of meeting amenities, ranging from Wines by the Glass and the Loews Meetings Experience menu options to Color Breaks—an integrated approach to decor and ambience—set Loews in a class by itself.
Guests take in stunning desert views from all 398 rooms and suites, where the high-end features include oversize soaking tubs. Free-time rewards start with golf at two Tom Fazio–designed courses and go on to include tennis and visits to the Lakeside Spa’s fitness center, lap pool, and full-service salon. While some prefer to bask in the lap of luxury, others answer Mother Nature’s call to experience the high desert’s wonders via hiking and horseback riding.
Planner Reviews
From our planner community
Average Planner Rating
4.5
Arrival Experience:
4.6
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.1
Accommodations:
4.4
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.6
Food & Beverage:
4.6
Conference Services Staff:
4.7
Guest Service Experience:
4.6
Recommendation to Planners:
5.0
Loews Ventana Canyon was an excellent February venue for our meeting of 155 people. The property is beautiful and there is a lot to do. The dinner venues were fun and the food was excellent. The entire staff was probably the friendliest we've ever dealt with...our attendees had a great time and enjoyed the staff. The customer service was outstanding. I don't do a lot of surveys, but I felt obligated to rate Loews Ventana Canyon because they did such an outstanding job.
Overall Rating: 4.6/5
Dennis B. National Insulation Contractors' Exchange, LLC (NICE) Corporate Planner
This is one of the most stunning properties that I have been to in Arizona. The mountain views, sunsets, clear nights for stargazing are breathtaking. The staff is amazing and friendly. The food is delicious!
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Wendy C. TPI Composites, Inc. Corporate Planner
The staff were knowlegeable and extremely helpful. The location is beautiful and the food was outstanding. I can highly recommend this property.
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Linda N. To Plan Ahead LLC 3rd Party Planner
Have visited this property 2 times for site inspections. While it is a gorgeous location, just needs a good facelift. Overall, a tired property.
Overall Rating: 3.2/5
Corporate Planner
Excellent, top-notch staff and service. No request was too small and no obstacle was too big. They made everything wonderful and effortless. We will definitely be back!
Lisa F. Corporate Planner
Beautiful Resort, Great Customer Service, Food & Beverage is way above the average hotel fare, they do a great job. Very creative and made my job easier! We had a stellar program there.
Overall Rating: 4.3/5
Laura M. Dentons US LLP Corporate Planner
Great property, great location. Bathroom is the best. Hallways could use an update, but the rooms make up for it. Flying V restaurant is excellent. Kiva ballroom nice. Conference service staff has excellent follow up skills. Grand ballrooms in the hotel building need update. Grounds of the property are stunning and the naturalists add to the experience. pool not as showy as others in the area but the experience of the hotel is authentic Tucson.
Overall Rating: 4.4/5
Cindi W. Western Home Furnishings Association Association Planner
Nature at its best.....sits at the bottom of the mountains with lovely
cascading waterfall. Experienced the aura of the the sky and breathtaking views. Botanical attraction noted by identification postings. Food is drawn from the desert culture. A true experience if one wants to be one with nature. Personalized activities with guests and the surprises found in the dessert.
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Thea Z. Ryerson Inc Corporate Planner
We have had our annual sales meeting here a couple of times. Everyone loves the laid-back atmosphere and golf on site. Very relaxing!
Overall Rating: 4.9/5
Corporate Planner
Elite RatingAverage Planner Rating
This property has been certified Elite Platinum and meets at least 25 of Elite Meetings Criteria.
This endorsement is an independent unbiased determination granted only to the
hotels meeting the standards set by the Elite Meetings Advisory Board.
Elite endorsement is never sold or licensed.
4.5
9 reviews
Arrival Experience:
4.6
Accommodations:
4.4
Food & Beverage:
4.6
Guest Service Experience:
4.6
Conference Services Staff:
4.7
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.1
Activity or Recreation Options:
4.6
Planner-to-Planner Recommendation:
5.0
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Capacity Charts
Room Name
Catalina Ballroom
292
22.6 x 13.1
4
3,139
74' x 43'
12
160
280
220
280
0
0
0
12
Catalina Ballroom Salon J
100
13.1 x 7.6
4
1,075
43' x 25'
12
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Catalina Ballroom Salon K
96
13.1 x 7.3
4
1,032
43' x 24'
12
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Catalina Ballroom Salon L
96
13.1 x 7.3
4
1,032
43' x 24'
12
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Coronado Room
56
7.3 x 7.6
3
600
24' x 25'
10
32
54
50
60
30
24
0
0
Executive Boardroom
74
12.8 x 5.8
3
798
42' x 19'
10
40
70
50
60
30
32
0
0
Grand Ballroom
825
38.1 x 21.6
5
8,875
125' x 71'
16
460
750
660
900
0
0
0
40
Grand Ballroom Foyer
621
N/A
0
6,689
N/A
0
0
0
0
800
0
0
0
24
Grand Ballroom Salon A
264
21.6 x 12.2
5
2,840
71' x 40'
16
162
270
200
280
72
0
0
12
Grand Ballroom Salon B
297
21.6 x 13.7
5
3,195
71' x 45'
16
180
280
220
300
72
0
0
14
Grand Ballroom Salon C
264
21.6 x 12.2
5
2,840
71' x 40'
16
180
270
200
280
72
0
0
12
Grand Ballroom Salon D
85
12.2 x 7
5
920
40' x 23'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Grand Ballroom Salon E
89
12.2 x 7.3
5
960
40' x 24'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Grand Ballroom Salon F
89
12.2 x 7.3
5
960
40' x 24'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Grand Ballroom Salon G
85
12.2 x 7
5
920
40' x 23'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Grand Ballroom Salon H
89
12.2 x 7.3
5
960
40' x 24'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Grand Ballroom Salon I
89
12.2 x 7.3
5
960
40' x 24'
16
54
80
70
80
40
36
0
0
Hospitality Suite #2202
81
Irregular
3
868
Irregular
9
24
40
40
50
14
15
0
0
Hospitality Suite #2205
94
Irregular
3
1,008
Irregular
9
36
72
60
70
14
25
0
0
Hospitality Suite #2206
81
Irregular
3
868
Irregular
9
24
40
40
50
14
15
0
0
Hospitality Suite #2210
68
Irregular
3
728
Irregular
9
16
24
20
30
14
15
0
0
Hospitality Suite #2211
81
Irregular
3
868
Irregular
9
24
32
32
40
14
15
0
0
Kiva Ballroom
1,003
27.4 x 36.6
5
10,800
90' x 120'
18
550
900
740
1,000
0
0
0
45
Kiva Ballroom A
502
27.4 x 18.3
5
5,400
90' x 60'
18
300
450
350
500
0
0
0
22
Kiva Ballroom B
502
27.4 x 18.3
5
5,400
90' x 60'
18
300
450
350
500
0
0
0
22
Rincon Room
49
5.8 x 8.5
3
532
19' x 28'
10
24
54
40
40
25
24
0
0
Sabino Room
49
5.8 x 8.5
3
532
19' x 28'
10
24
54
40
40
25
24
0
0
Santa Rita Room
49
5.8 x 8.5
3
532
19' x 28'
10
24
54
40
40
25
24
0
0
Sonora Room
49
5.8 x 8.5
3
532
19' x 28'
10
24
54
40
40
25
24
0
0
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