Culinary-First Hotel Brand Appellation Joins Forces with Deepak Chopra to Open AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation
Appellation, the groundbreaking culinary-first hotel brand by Michelin-starred chef Charlie Palmer and luxury hospitality veteran Christopher Hunsberger, joins forces with globally renowned wellness pioneer Deepak Chopra to create a transformative wellness destination community: AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation, set to debut in 2026. Blending culinary excellence with a transformative wellness experience, this strategic alliance is set to redefine standards of luxury retreats, while serving as an inviting sanctuary for the local community.
Built around a natural geothermal spring used by humans for nearly five millennia, AMEYALLI is located on 78 acres of pristine landscape in the mountain town of Midway, Utah. With 28 natural hot springs and uninterrupted views of the snowcapped Wasatch Mountains. Appellation will manage and operate AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation, comprised of an 80-key hotel, a Charlie Palmer restaurant and bar, along with a state-of-the-art Wellbeing Center complete with expansive spa, luxury pool, and additional farm-to-table restaurant. The surrounding wellness development will also feature the AMEYALLI Center of Excellence in partnership with Deepak Chopra, as well as three types of private luxury residences.
Appellation, distinguished by its culinary-first approach and dedication to imbuing each hotel with the essence of its local surroundings, will integrate seamlessly with AMEYALLI's carefully crafted aesthetic. Conceived by award-winning architecture firm Overland Partners, the resort's design will honor and celebrate the land and its storied heritage. AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation is built around a preserved granite dome, the highest point of the community, where generations of local dwellers and visitors journeyed to connect with the land's healing energy and breathtaking views. Design components, drawn from the geology of the site, will include a palette of materials and textures selected to provide an unmistakable sense of place and unity with its surroundings.
Appellation is committed to delivering immersive and interactive culinary experiences that transcend traditional food and beverage venues at hotels. Key features include engaging lobbies designed as entertaining spaces and culinary centers, regular culinary demonstrations introducing guests to local makers, and more than 50 annual Crafted at Appellation hands-on learning programs with community artisans. AMEYALLI's 55-acre natural geological preserve and biodiverse garden will complement Appellation's goal of growing produce onsite, while also supporting local producers to source high-quality ingredients.
Situated on the perimeter of Midway's idyllic village, AMEYALLI Park City by Appellation will be an ideal gateway for downtown strolls and a restaurant scene waiting to be discovered. The property is also located 10 minutes from the newly expanded Deer Valley Ski Resort, 20 minutes from Park City and less than an hour from both Salt Lake City and Provo airports. It is poised to become a premier destination for those seeking an extraordinary retreat in a setting of unparalleled natural beauty.
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