New hotel going up in Rostraver
If success in real estate is all about location, Rostraver Township is the best location for hotel chains.
A new Fairfield Inn & Suites at Marriott is the latest proof of that. It is being constructed just off Finley Road in the township, nestled behind a Holiday Inn Express and in the shadow of Interstate 70.
Frank Palmieri, president of lodging and development for TCB Construction, which is constructing the Fairfield Inn & Suites at Marriott, agrees.
“Once it is up, when you’re coming up I-70, it will be very visible,” Palmieri said. “It is an absolute positive spot.”
There is currently a Hampton Inn, also built by TCB Construction Development, as well as the Holiday Inn Express. Another hotel is being constructed along Route 51 in the township.
The Rostraver Township Hampton Inn will mark its 10th anniversary in January.
Palmieri said Rostraver Township is perfect stop for travelers midway between Canada and Florida.
“It’s a growing market for both leisure and the corporate market,” Palmieri said. “We don’t chase oil and gas, but it’s in the area so it’s a win-win.”
Rostraver will sustain four hotels real well, Palmieri said.
Gina Lynn, executive director of the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce, said the hotels will attract not only consumers who have reason to stay for an extended period of time in our area, but also those who are passing through for an overnight.
“The convenient location directly off of Interstate 70 will keep travelers in our community, as opposed to them driving another 10 to 20 miles outside of our area,” Lynn said.
Lynn said travelers are great for local businesses.
“Aside from the obvious businesses like restaurants, gas stations and retail stores, travelers often need service providers, such as medical, dental or mechanical while staying in an area,” Lynn said. “In addition to providing a comfortable stay for travelers, the hotels will also provide employment for local workers. Revenue is then generated and circulated back in to the community.
“This trickle down effect is good for the local businesses and local economy.”
Crews are currently constructing the framing for the 76-room hotel, which is slated for a late October opening. The hotel will have standard amenities of a Fairfield, including free WiFi, breakfast and long distance calling as well as a 40-inch television in each room.
The four-story structure will contain an indoor pool, fitness room and laundry.