Our History

Rooted in Conviction 

CGP was formed in 2023 as the next evolution of the Canyon Group of Companies- a legacy platform founded in 2005 in Larkspur, California.  The Canyon Group brought together professionals with deep expertise in investment banking, development, and asset management, supported by a close-knit group of high-net-worth investors who shared a belief in the long-term value of experiential, ultra-luxury hospitality. 

Over two decades, the Canyon Group quietly assembled a portfolio of award-winning resorts across North America, Europe, and the South Pacific, earning global recognition not only for design and guest experience but also for outsized financial performance, including properties ranked among the world’s most profitable. 

Retaining the Larkspur headquarters and opening a new satellite office in Arlington, Virgina, CGP builds on this foundation as an autonomous platform- carrying forward the philosophy, values, and creative discipline that defined its predecessor, while advancing a new chapter of growth with a modern structure, a refined strategy, and a next-generation team committed to setting new benchmarks in ultra-luxury hospitality investment.

beautiful black and white canyon

A Tradition of Differentiation

2005

Formation of the Canyon Group of Companies

Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort aerial image in Savusavu, Fiji

First Acquisition
Acquisition of Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Savusavu, Fiji in October 2005

Aman Le Mélézin in France, in the snow

2006

Aman Le Mélézin Acquired
Acquisition of  Aman Le Mélézin in Courchevel, France

Amangani exterior in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

2007

Amangani Acquired
Acquisition of  Amangani in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado exterior with rolling hills

2008

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Opens
Canyon debuts its first development, the Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe

Amangiri desert resort with poolside view

2009

Amangiri Opens
The now-world-renowned Southern Utah resort, developed by Canyon, opened in 2009

2013

Aman Le Mélézin Sold
Canyon completed the sale of Aman Le Mélézin in December 2013

Hyatt Place Page Lake Powell Patio with fireplace

2018

Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell Opens
Canyon develops and opens its strategic property in Page, Arizona

Camp Sarika at Amangiri exterior desert terrain

2020

Camp Sarika at Amangiri Opens
Camp Sarika, an experiential resort, features 10 tented pavilions, a wilderness-inspired restaurant, and spa

2022

Amangani Sold
Canyon completed the sale of Amangani in March 2022

2023

Formation of Canyon Global Partners

2025

CGP Raised CGP CP Fund I
CGP raised the firm’s inaugural vehicle, with capital from an eclectic group of industry professionals and investors

Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell Sold
Canyon completed the sale of Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell in December 2025