COLLEGE PARK, Md.
The University of Maryland and developer David H. Hillman of Southern Management Corporation have announced that the construction of The Hotel at the University of Maryland has been approved by the state and will break ground in spring 2015.
The hotel and conference center will be built on a parcel of land on the east side of campus opposite Turner Hall. The $115 million project is the cornerstone to the University's vision to encourage redevelopment of the existing downtown College Park business district, in conjunction with strategic development along the Route 1 corridor.
"The University has long needed a four-star hotel for the tens of thousands of visitors to campus every year," said University of Maryland President Wallace D. Loh. "It will catalyze the revitalization of College Park as a top university town with a top research university,"
Amenities and features of the hotel will include:
- 295 guest rooms with executive level and premium suites.
- Rooftop banquet facility and veranda overlooking the UMD campus.
- 43,000 square feet of flexible meeting space capable of hosting events for as many as 1,500 guests.
- Two full service restaurants, two specialty restaurants and a coffee shop.
- Full lobby bar, indoor/outdoor pool, and fully equipped fitness center.
- 750 covered parking spaces; and 24-hour concierge and private shuttle service.
"This project will position the University of Maryland to attract more students, meetings, fans and businesses to College Park and Prince George's County," said Prince George's County Executive Rushern L. Baker, III. "I want to thank David Hillman for his commitment to this project and for leading the way as we reshape the Route 1 Corridor."
The Hotel at the University of Maryland is expected to generate significant economic impact to the city, county and state.
