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Construction Begins on Luxury Orlando Hotel

by Nicole Quaste

Nov 4, 2017

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Marriott International announced construction will begin in the fourth quarter of 2017 on the 16-story, $282 million JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort, a luxury accommodation option for Orlando visitors.

The 516-room hotel will be built on a 482-acre, mixed-use resort community near Orlando’s theme parks. The hotel is expected to open in the first quarter of 2020.

“JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek will combine luxury service and accommodations with the warm atmosphere for which the brand is beloved,” said Mitzi Gaskins, global brand leader, JW Marriott and The Luxury Collection. “Through thoughtful design, enhanced culinary offerings and family-friendly programming, this hotel is sure to become an enticing home away from home for our guests visiting the Sunshine State.”

The hotel will offer luxurious accommodations with 80 suites, including two presidential suites and 16 two-bedroom suites with optional connections to create four-bedroom family units.

Guests will also enjoy several food and beverage outlets including an indoor/outdoor restaurant; a ninth-story rooftop bar; a spa with 10 treatment rooms; a fitness center; and meeting space.

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