Omni Hotels & Resorts has signed a development agreement with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP, a collaborative effort by leading Midland-based companies, foundations and investors, to develop and manage a highly anticipated 135-room luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Midland, Texas.
Omni, whose headquarters are in Dallas, is excited to expand upon its Texas presence with the addition of the Omni Midland Hotel – Omni’s 12th hotel in the state. The hotel plans include approximately 15,000 square feet of meeting space, a 7,000 square-foot ballroom, 135 guest rooms, a spa, a rooftop pool, a lobby bar with an all-day dining concept, and a Bob’s Steak and Chop House. This hotel will be a significant addition to Omni’s expanding portfolio of 50+ upscale hotels.
“Our partnership with Omni empowers us to move forward with a dynamic development plan. This is the right time, the right place, with the right partner. Collaborating with Omni will help us transform this visionary concept into a reality and seize a unique opportunity to advance our community while leaving a lasting impact on our economic landscape,” says Dan Hord, partner at HEDLOC Investment Company.
Omni and Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP have engaged two design partners with deep Texas roots. HKS Architects will be responsible for the hotel’s architecture, and Looney & Associates will lead interior design on the project. Additionally, The Design Agency, known for its unique approach to blending design, culture and community, has been tapped to curate all the restaurants and bars within the hotel to create destination concepts for the community to enjoy.
“It is an honor to welcome the Omni Midland Hotel to our collection of one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts. Each of our properties reflects the authentic spirit of its destination, and this hotel, situated at the heart of downtown, will play a vital role in its revitalization. Together with Midland Downtown Renaissance, LP, we are committed to fostering a strong sense of community and eagerly look forward to sharing the vibrant essence of the city with our guests,” says Kurt Alexander, President of Omni Hotels & Resorts.
“This is a tremendous opportunity for the City of Midland and West Texas. We have envisioned a new convention center hotel downtown for nearly a decade, and we are now one step closer to making it a reality,” adds Midland Mayor Lori Blong. “This development opens up endless possibilities for more conferences, conventions, and events at the Barbara and George H.W. Bush Convention Center. With Omni’s expertise in the meetings and convention market, this new convention center hotel will undoubtedly enhance our economy and increase visitation across all travel segments.”
“Many, many thanks go to Omni Hotels & Resorts, the City of Midland, and all the partners who are making this project a reality. Midland and the Permian Basin continue to draw attention and investment from all over the world and, if history is any indicator, this new downtown hotel will serve our community for the next 50 years,” said Grant Billingsley, President and CEO of Scharbauer Foundation, Inc.
