Construction commences on second World Equestrian Center hotel
High-resolution rendering of the planned hotel. [Image courtesy of WEC]
“We are confident that this hotel will be completed in time for our 2024 Summer Series,” said Justin Garner, director of Hospitality Operations for the WEC. “We have no doubt that the incredible teams we have working to bring this latest vision to life will have this property ready to welcome guests by June 2024.”
Located inside the 378-acre equestrian and multipurpose facility park, the new pet-friendly hotel has been designed to accommodate an extended-stay customer and will feature 400 larger, suite-like rooms, said the release.
Plans also include an 80,000 square foot restaurant complex adjacent to the hotel, the release added. It will cater to busy guests with a large grab-and-go marketplace featuring fresh, convenient food products. A fitness center and on-site washer/dryer amenities will also be available.
Outdoor recreation amenities will include a pool and feature lawn game activities. A special fenced dog park will also be available for guests with canines.
WEC’s first five-story hotel, called the Equestrian Hotel, opened to the public in December 2020.
For more information, visit the WEC website at wec.net or call Candace FitzGerald at (603) 738-2788.
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