A Canyon Oasis: Six Senses Desert Sanctuary Invites Well-being in Southern Utah
Six Senses announces the signing of a 480-acre resort and residential community within an intimate forest setting in Kanab, Utah.
Interplay of seclusion and exhilaration
With distinctive tented pavilions framed by edge-of-the-world vistas, Six Senses Camp Korongo will weave together the wild beauty of an ancient juniper forest with the thrill of its cliffside location to create an ambiance of serenity and awe.
Enveloped by sculpted rock and wide desert skies, the 41 luxury tented pavilions and 12 branded residences will echo the form of the landscape. Contrasting textures and layered desert tones will capture the atmosphere within the interior design, while honoring Utah’s rich cultural history.
Natural rhythms will guide guest experiences through hiking ancient trails, canyoneering sheer faces, or stargazing beneath the darkest skies in the region. Opportunities for exploration and discovery will abound through proximity to Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Arches and Grand Canyon National Park, all of which can be seen from the site.
Back within the desert refuge, Six Senses Spa will take guests on a journey of internal discovery depending on how deep they want to go in the pursuit of well-being as part of an integrative wellness focus.
The signing of Six Senses Camp Korongo continues the brand’s thoughtful expansion. Cultivated with care and intention, each property infuses the Six Senses ethos in its own authentic way – whether on sun-soaked islands, at the heart of vibrant cities, high up among the mountains, or within intentional wellness retreats.
Jolyon Bulley, Chief Executive Officer, Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Six Senses Camp Korongo will blend the brand’s distinctive values and touchpoints in a unique location while also underscoring our growth plan for the brand in the Americas. As outdoor exploration, natural connection and wellness continue to inspire luxury travelers, we’re delighted to bring this desert adventure to life alongside the exceptional team at Canyon Global Partners.”
Six Senses Camp Korongo emerges through a shared vision with owners Canyon Global Partners, and marks IHG’s first engagement with the Larkspur, California–based developer whose work is closely attuned to the landscapes of the American Southwest. The desert oasis will take shape through South Africa–based architecture and design studio Luxury Frontiers, guided by nature-centric and sustainable design principles.
Homi Vazifdar, Founder of Canyon Global Partners, said: “Southern Utah’s combination of spectacular topography, recreational opportunity and tranquility is a perfect match for Six Senses, whose distinct take on hospitality is rooted in wellness and sustainability. In aligning our nearly two decades of ultra-luxury resort development with IHG’s experienced luxury brand vision, we’re confident Six Senses Camp Korongo will quickly become a coveted destination that sets the standard for top-scale hotels and residences.”
Neil Palmer, Chief Operating Officer, Six Senses, said: “Six Senses Camp Korongo brings our distinctly original approach to both resort and residences – places to truly connect with the landscape. Owners and guests will share a rhythm shaped by nature that restores as much as it delights, honoring Kanab’s unique setting while delivering the thoughtful, regenerative hospitality expected from Six Senses.”
The signing of Six Senses Camp Korongo, anticipated to open in 2029, contributes to IHG’s leading Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio and the brand’s emerging footprint in the Americas. This includes forthcoming openings in Mexico (Six Senses Xala and Six Senses Haciendas), Belize (Six Senses Belize), Pennsylvania (Six Senses RiverStone Estate) and Colorado (Six Senses Telluride).
Since acquiring the Six Senses brand in 2019, IHG has thoughtfully sought new opportunities to broaden the brand’s presence across the world. There are now 27 Six Senses open across 20 countries, with several key signings in 2024 and 2025 to open including its most recent Six Senses London, which opened in March 2025.
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Ellie Mainwaring
IHG Hotels & Resorts Global Senior Manager, Brand PR (Luxury & Lifestyle Brands)
E ellie.mainwaring@ihg.com
