Gila River Arena is one of the smallest arenas in the National Hockey League, and is the centerpiece of Glendale’s popular Westgate Entertainment District. Though technically still a new arena compared to other NHL venues, the Arizona Coyotes organization have expressed an interest in building a new arena elsewhere in the Phoenix-Glendale-Tempe metropolitan area. Nevertheless, Gila River Arena is still an excellent place to see a professional hockey game. Especially for visiting hockey fans hoping to escape the cold winter weather during hockey season. Our staff wanted to provide a thorough breakdown of the Gila River Arena seating chart to help hockey fans decide where to sit before purchasing their Arizona Coyotes tickets.
Where To Sit At Gila River Arena
As stated earlier, Gila River Arena is one of the smallest arenas in the National Hockey League, and has only two core levels of seating on the lower level and upper level. The arena does have it’s share of premium seating options include the BMW Lounge, AZBLUE Club, and Loge Boxes. We’ll begin by discussing the lower level seats closest to the ice.
Lower Level
The lower level seats at Gila River Arena consist of sections 101 through 122. The rows for most lower level sections are lettered A through W, or A through Y.
The Arizona Coyotes’ bench is located in front of section 122 while the visiting team’s bench is located in front of section 101. The penalty box at Gila River Arena is located in front of sections 111 and 112. The Arizona Coyotes shoot twice on the goal in front of section 106 while the visiting team shoots twice on the goal in front of section 117.
Upper Level
The upper level seats at Gila River Arena consist of sections 201 through 230. The rows for the upper level sections will greatly vary but will go no higher than row Q. Row A is the first row in all upper level sections.
The upper level seats at Gila River Arena are among the most affordable tickets in the National Hockey League.
Suite Level Club Seats
The Suite Level Club seats at Gila River Arena consist of sections C1 through C8. The rows for the Suite Level Club seats are lettered A through E. The perks for the Suite Level Club seats at Gila River Arena include the following.
- Food and beverage packages
- Concierge service
- Flat-screen HD televisions throughout the Suite Level Club
- Bar top seating with a view of the ice
- Less wait at restrooms
- Located in the Arizona Coyotes double attack zone
Loge Boxes and Loge Tables
The Loge Boxes and Loge Tables are a private box seating option that is ideal for businesses that want to utilize premium seating for their business without leasing a regular luxury suite. The perks for the Loge Boxes and Loge Tables at Gila River Arena include the following.
- Four tickets for guests
- Box equipped with state of the art audio and video components
- VIP entrance into Gila River Arena
- In-seat waiter service
- VIP parking passes for guests
- Access to the BMW Lounge
- All-inclusive food, and soft drinks
- Hosted draft beer, and wine
- Less wait at restrooms
- Branding opportunities inside the box for your business
The AZBLUE Club (see below), also have their own Loge Boxes that hockey fans can purchase on an annual basis.
AZBLUE Club
The AZBLUE Club is an area of semi-private boxes that offer a panoramic view of the ice at Gila River Arena. Hockey fans that purchase season tickets for this area will receive a personal nameplate on each seat, access to a private lounge with a bar and flat-screen televisions, as well as all-inclusive food and soft drinks.
The AZBLUE Club also have their own set of Loge Box seating. The perks for the AZBLUE Club Loge Boxes at Gila River Arena include the following.
- Between 4 and 6 tickets for guests with the option of purchasing 2 additional tickets
- VIP parking passes
- Designated VIP entrance into Gila River Arena
- Access to the upscale AZBLUE Club with flat-screen HD televisions
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks
- Hosted draft beer and wine
- Less wait at restrooms
- In-seat waiter service
- Branding opportunities for your business inside the box
BMW Lounge
The BMW Lounge is the most exclusive lounge at Gila River Arena and is open to just under 400 select members. Hockey fans with tickets in the following sections will have access to the BMW Lounge.
- Sections 102 through 105 (Rows A & B)
- Sections 118 through 121 (Rows A & B)
- Section 101 (Rows C through H)
- Section 122 (Rows C through H)
The perks for the BMW Lounge at Gila River Arena include the following.
- Ability to watch the Arizona Coyotes and visiting players take the ice as they leave the locker room
- Early access into the arena (two hours before puck drop)
- All-inclusive food, soft drinks, beer, and wine until the 2nd intermission
- Comfortable and more spacious seating
- Less wait at restrooms and concessions
- Access to the upscale BMW Lounge with flat-screen HD televisions
Season ticket holders of the BMW Lounge receive many additional perks including discounts at the Arizona Coyotes team merchandise store, access to a luxury suite for one regular season home game, etc.
Fox Sports Arizona Fan Cave
The Fox Sports Arizona Fan Cave is a premium seating option that closely resembles a sports bar atmosphere. The area is ideal for social and family gatherings.
The perks for the Fox Sports Arizona Fan Cave at Gila River Arena include the following.
- 25 tickets for guests with the option of purchasing additional tickets
- Assigned waitstaff and bartender
- All-inclusive food, draft beer, and soft drinks
- 5 VIP parking passes
- Domed hockey game
- Access to the AZBLUE Club
- Scoreboard recognition during the game
- VIP entrance into Gila River Arena
- Convenient access to restrooms
Luxury Suites
Gila River Arena offers 87 luxury suites that can be leased for either a full season or on an individual game basis. The perks for the luxury suites at Gila River Arena include the following.
- Tickets for between 12 and 18 guests with the option of purchasing additional tickets
- VIP parking
- Catered food prepared by Levy Restaurants
- VIP entrance into Gila River Arena
- Access to the AZBLUE Club
- Branded nameplate on the door of the suite
- Assigned in-suite waiter
- In-suite branding opportunities for your business
- Year-around access to your suite
- Extra-wide theater styles seats equipped with cocktail tables
- Bar top seating with a view of the ice
- Suites are equipped with a refrigerator, wet bar, ice maker, furniture, granite countertops, and flat-screen HD television
Sample View From A Suite At Gila River Arena
Pacific Office Automation Tower Suite
Gila River Arena offers a suite option that is ideal for larger groups of guests that would exceed the 12-18 guest capacity of the regular luxury suites. The perks for the Pacific Office Automation Tower Suite at Gila River Arena include the following.
- 36 tickets for guests with the option of purchasing up to 50 tickets upon request
- Wall of flat-screen televisions
- Arizona Coyotes branded shuffleboard and foosball tables
- All-inclusive food and soft drinks in addition to 36 beers
- 8 VIP parking passes for guests
- Private restrooms
- Scoreboard message during the game recognizing your group
- VIP entrance into Gila River Arena
Of the 87 luxury suites, there are two Tower Suites (adjacent to sections 219 and 227), and 12 Party Suites. To learn more about leasing a suite at Gila River Arena, please visit NHL.com.
Dos Equis Deck
The Dos Equis Deck is located on the northwest corner of Gila River Arena (near section 220), and directly above the Coyotes Den. The outdoor area features a beautiful view of the White Tank Mountains, live music, food, and a full-service bar. The Dos Equis Deck is open to all hockey fans on game day.
Mobile Ticketing
Gila River Arena no longer welcomes PDF tickets printed at home. Hockey fans are instead encouraged to download the Arizona Coyotes app to gain entry into the arena. To learn more about Gila River Arena’s mobile ticketing policies, please visit NHL.com.
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