First Hospitality expands portfolio with first Georgia property
CHICAGO – First Hospitality, a national hotel operating, management, and development company, assumed management and operations of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport and The Gem Museum Suites, an independent property in Evanston, IL.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport marks the first property in the state of Georgia for First Hospitality and the first property with CrossHarbor Capital Partners. The property features 220 guest rooms, 4,700 square feet of meeting space, an outdoor pool, Seasons Bakery & Grille, an on-site restaurant, and more. Located less than five minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the property also provides a convenient airport shuttle.
“Adding the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Atlanta Airport to the First Hospitality portfolio is an exciting milestone, by extending our footprint into the state of Georgia, this underscores our dedication to growth across the US. We’re eager to embrace the Atlanta community while welcoming new team members to First Hospitality,” said David Duncan, president and CEO of First Hospitality.
The Gem Museum Suites
In addition, First Hospitality also assumed management of The Gem Museum Suites, the company’s first property in Evanston, IL, and first venture with owner Cameel Halim. The 71-guest room independent property draws inspiration from the nearby Halim Time & Glass Museum, a world-class, private collection of historical timepieces, stained glass windows, and other decorative arts. The hotel will now be able to provide guest group bookings for the many events hosted at the museum, including weddings and business symposiums. The property features studio, one, and two-bedroom suites and will soon feature a meeting, event, or flex workspace for the extended-stay traveler.
“The Gem Museum Suites is a strategic addition to our portfolio of independent and lifestyle hotels, and we are delighted to collaborate with a Chicago-based owner that is also committed to growth in the greater Chicago region,” said Duncan.
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