Far South Sides First Hotel In 40 Years Breaks Ground In Pullman This Fall

The Chicago Plan Commission has approved the construction of a $30 million Hampton by Hilton hotel in Pullman, marking the first nationally branded hotel in the area in 40 years. The four-story hotel, set to break ground this fall, will cover 62,000 square feet and feature 101 rooms, a business center, an exercise room, and an indoor pool. Ald. Anthony Beale highlighted that the project is expected to create 25 new jobs, enhancing local economic development. Located at 111th Street and Doty Avenue, the hotel will be situated near several local attractions, including the Pullman National Historical Park.

The Pullman Hotel Group will finance the project through a combination of grants, loans, and equity investments. Developer Andre Garner, who has long aspired to own a hotel, emphasized the importance of this project to the community's growth. The hotel aims to transform the area into a destination for visitors. The project had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic but is now moving forward, reflecting renewed interest in lodging options in the Far South Side.