Florida
- The latest property from the eco-wise Starwood brand, Element Miami International Airport opened earlier this year, adding 209 rooms near Miami International Airport. Launched in 2008, Element was the first major hotel chain to mandate all properties pursue LEED certification. For more information, call 855.635.5333 or visit www.starwoodhotels.com/element.
- Tampa Airport Marriott completed a $9 million renovation, revitalizing the hotel’s hallways and 298 guest rooms. Further plans call for a refresh of the on-site restaurant this year. For more information, call 813.879.0945 or visit www.tampamarriottairport.com.
Georgia
- Opening in early 2014, Westin Jekyll Island will be a key part of the island’s convention center complex. The Westin property will include 200 rooms and more than 5,000 square feet of meeting space. The beachfront Jekyll Island Convention Center will reopen this year with 128,000 square feet of convention space. For more information, visit www.visitjekyllisland.com.
Kentucky
- A $5.8 million renovation is under way at the 393-room Hyatt Regency Louisville.The property’ 20,000 square feet of function space includes a newly renovated 9,280-square-foot ballroom. For more information, call 502.581.1234 or visit www.hyattregencylouisville.com.
North Carolina
- South Carolina’s Wilderman group will manage the new $19 million LeGrand Conference Center in Shelby. Expected to open this summer, the center will have 40,000 of flexible meeting space with seating for up to 1,000 people-banquet style or 1,700 theater-style. For more information, visit www.clevelandcommunitycollege.edu.
Texas
- Dallas Marriott City Center unveiled upgraded guest rooms and a new restaurant. The downtown hotel offers 400 rooms and more than 25,000 square feet of convention space, including a 15-story atrium that can accommodate 2,000 reception guests. For more information, call 214.979.9000 or visit www.marriott.com.