Oct 3, 2024
AURORA, Colo. — Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center unveiled Mountain View Pavilion, a new premier event space in September 2024, part of the current multi-year investment plan spearheaded by ownership group Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP).
The new event pavilion, named for its scenic views of the picturesque Rocky Mountains, covers 12,118 square feet of indoor event and pre-function space, more than 14,000 square feet of outdoor terraces and patios, as well as 15,000 square feet of turfed lawn areas. The interior space boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, banquet space, a skylight, a refined indoor fireplace, and west-facing mountain vistas.
The new venue is expected to significantly elevate Gaylord Rockies Resort's capacity to host high-profile events and weddings. Since opening in 2018, the resort—recognized as Colorado's largest combined resort and convention center—has hosted meetings ranging from five to 10,000 attendees. Offering a unique departure from the typical ballroom and exhibit hall spaces, Mountain View Pavilion is expected to boost group travel to the Denver and Aurora markets. With its prime location, minutes from Denver International Airport, the Pavilion offers unparalleled convenience for both national and international guests.
Complementing the venue's striking design, Gaylord Rockies' renowned expertise in event planning, production, and management—paired with its award-winning culinary team—provides personalized service for every event, from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations.
"Mountain View Pavilion is more than just a space; it's a testament to our commitment to offering distinct and versatile event experiences," said Michael Kofsky, Director of Sales & Marketing at Gaylord Rockies Resort. "With research indicating that unique venues can increase attendance by up to 30%, the Pavilion positions us at the forefront of market trends and client expectations."
The Pavilion's opening follows recent upgrades, including the launch of Embers Lodge Bar, The Fortunate Prospector, and a redesigned Grand Lodge in April 2024. Upcoming enhancements include re-concepting the resort's current restaurants, Monte Jade and Vista Montagne, into Garden + Grain and Copper Table. A redesigned Old Hickory Steakhouse is also slated to debut this fall. This investment in Gaylord Rockies is part of a long-term growth plan within the Gaylord Hotels brand, with ongoing enhancements in food and beverage, recreation, meeting space and guest rooms in all five properties.
"The improvements we have made at Gaylord Rockies are a terrific example of the customer-centric investment approach we take across our portfolio," said Mark Fioravanti, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ryman Hospitality Properties. "These enhancements add to the appeal of our unique all-under-one-roof model and create additional value for groups and leisure guests."
ABOUT GAYLORD ROCKIES RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, located minutes from both the Denver International Airport and Downtown Denver, offers a mix of entertainment both inside and out, creating a superior guest experience to the "Gateway to the Rockies." Guests are welcomed to the resort's 85-acre property which features breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains. The resort's amenities include family-friendly dining, an award-winning spa and fun in the resort's Arapahoe Springs Water Park all while ending the day with picture-perfect sunset views of the mountains.
ABOUT RYMAN HOSPITALITY PROPERTIES, INC.
Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP) is a leading lodging and hospitality real estate investment trust that specializes in upscale convention center resorts and entertainment experiences. The Company's holdings include Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center; Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center; and Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, five of the top seven largest non-gaming convention center hotels in the United States based on total indoor meeting space. The Company also owns the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa as well as two ancillary hotels adjacent to our Gaylord Hotels properties. The Company's hotel portfolio is managed by Marriott International and includes a combined total of 11,414 rooms as well as more than 3 million square feet of total indoor and outdoor meeting space in top convention and leisure destinations across the country. RHP also owns a 70% controlling ownership interest in Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), which is composed of entities owning a growing collection of iconic and emerging country music brands, including the Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, WSM 650 AM, Ole Red, Nashville-area attractions, and Block 21, a mixed-use entertainment, lodging, office and retail complex, including the W Austin Hotel and the ACL Live at the Moody Theater, located in downtown Austin, Texas. RHP operates OEG as its Entertainment segment in a taxable REIT subsidiary, and its results are consolidated in the Company's financial results.
