Nestling among 400 acres of the scenic Las Colinas hills, The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas has thrown open its doors and is now welcoming guests.

Located only minutes from Downtown Dallas, the 427-room hotel is set on the site of a former family ranch, undergoing a $55million transformation over the past two years and boasts two 18-hole golf courses.

Imagined by acclaimed design firms, Jeffrey Beers International and Leo A Daly, the 38-year-old property has enjoyed several enhancements. Rooms are peppered with hints of the building’s past when it was known as the Little Ranch on the Hills with nightcaps a must at the newly introduced Bar Jupiter, where surrounds are dominated by feminine touches inspired by indigenous Texas vegetation.

For entertainment, aside from the aforementioned rounds of golf, The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas stands adjacent to The Nelson Sports and Golf Club that invites hotel guests in for a game of tennis and racquetball or enjoy a high-powered workout at the fitness centre as well as exercise classes including aerial yoga to cycling.

"The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas is a highly anticipated addition to the brand," says Jamie Kerr, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, The Ritz-Carlton. "The property presents a wonderful opportunity to savour Texas' natural landscape while indulging in luxurious accommodations, all while maintaining access to the city—a unique offering that we are delighted to provide our guests."

But the reimagining of the property shows no signs of slowing down with several exciting additions in the pipeline. February will mark the opening of Knife Italian; the latest restaurant concept by Michelin-starred chef John Tesar that showcases traditional Italian plates and vibes with a sprinkling of Texas. Coffee connoisseurs will be able to get their kicks at Coffee & Provisions which offers a European-inspired, locally roasted espresso programme and a sommelier-curated selection of wines.

And when it is time to slow down, guests will be able to place themselves in expert hands at the 14,000-square-foot The Ritz-Carlton Spa or soak up the sun at the resort pool that will feature luxury cabanas, expanded seating, and a new poolside bar.

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