NASHVILLE, Tenn.
Developed by 4PANT, LLC, in partnership with Dream Hotel Group, Dream Nashville hopes to become a driving force in the ongoing restoration and revitalization of downtown Nashville. Located in Printers Alley at Fourth Ave. North, the 169-room hotel is expected to open with eight experiential dining and nightlife venues in mid-2018 and pairs Earl Swensson Architects with Meyer Davis Studio in design.
The groundbreaking ceremony took place on August 23 and featured Vice Mayor David Briley as keynote speaker, as well as developers Alex Marks and Bill Barkley and Dream Hotel Group CEO Jay Stein.
The opening of Dream Nashville is part of a larger economic development plan for the city of Nashville. Dream Nashville is expected to generate tax revenue and create new jobs, while also offering the growing residential and business communities a new reason to visit the neighborhood.
"We are excited to welcome the Dream brand to Nashville," added Butch Spyridon, president and CEO of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. "They are helping to fill the upscale 'boutique' void, as well as shining a new light on historic Printers Alley. This is truly a dream project on many levels."
Printers Alley takes its name from its early connection with Nashville's printing and publishing industry, then located in the immediate area. The Alley also became the center of the city's nightlife and serviced the hotels, restaurants and saloons fronting on Fourth Avenue, which was known as the Men's Quarter in the late 19th century. Nightclubs opened in the 1940s, and the alley became a showcase for the talents of performers such as Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams and Dottie West.
This historic district's architecture includes elegant late Victorian styles, Nashville's first automobile parking garage and the city's first 'skyscraper.' Although the printers have long since gone, the world famous Printers Alley still remains as Nashville's dirty little secret, where anything was possible.
"All of us at Dream are proud to play a role in creating what will be one of the most spectacular rehabilitations in downtown Nashville," remarked Jay Stein, CEO, Dream Hotel Group. "Drawing inspiration from the neighborhood's rich history, Victorian architecture and raw energy, Dream Nashville will be the gem of Music City and a critical addition to our growing global portfolio."
Dream Hotel Group recently announced $1.5 billion in new hotel development, including Nashville and five other locations, all with independent hotel development partners. The new locations mark a thrilling new chapter for Dream Hotels, positioning them as international hospitality innovators.
Future U.S. Dream Hotels locations include Nashville, Dallas, Palm Springs and two New York properties in Times Square and Long Island City, with an additional opening in Doha, Qatar.
