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Florida regional airport may feature a $34 million hotel by 2028. USA TODAY NETWORK - Florida Oct. 19, 2026, 3:59 p.m. ET * Vero Beach City Council approved a lease for a new TownePlace Suites by Marriott on airport property. * The 116-room hotel is planned to open by 2028 near the Jackie Robinson Training Complex. * One council member voted against the 40-year lease, citing concerns over lost rent during negotiations and construction. * The project is estimated to cost about $34 million, with construction potentially starting in early 2027. The Vero Beach City Council recently approved a lease for a new Marriott hotel on Vero Beach Regional Airport property - and hopes are that it opens within the next two years. A 40-year lease with Marriott for 4.7 acres of city-owned airport property was approved Oct. 13. The land is near the existing Star Suites hotel and across from the Jackie Robinson Training Complex, formerly known as Dodgertown. The lease includes a 10-year renewal option. The 73,000-square-foot TownePlace Suites by Marriott, located at 3800 Aviation Blvd., is planned to have 116 rooms and be open by 2028. Here's what TCPalm know. Did any Vero Beach Council member vote 'no' to new hotel at VRB? Council member John Carroll cast the only 'no' vote, expressing concern about the two to three years of negotiations over the land lease and the two years the city will go without rent while the hotel is built. A lease should have been finalized soon after the city approved an infrastructure agreement for the land in 2024, he said. "Now we're sitting here from July 2024 until October 2026. Two-plus years have gone by and we're just getting this lease," Carroll said, adding it will be a total of four years before the city starts collecting rent. "So we've effectively kept that parcel off the market, and have not received any rent for that time frame, and that bothers me. Because it's giving land away, giving hard-earned money from our citizens away to developers, and that's wrong." Where is Vero Beach Regional Airport? Vero Beach Regional Airport is located at 3400 Cherokee Drive, Vero Beach, Florida. The TownePlace Suites by Marriott would be located at 3800 Aviation Blvd. Which airlines fly in and out of Vero Beach Airport? * Breeze Airways (since February 2023) * JetBlue Airlines (since December 2025) * American Airlines (starting February 2026) When will new Marriott hotel come to Vero Beach airport? Construction could begin in early 2027 as the team works on project design and permitting, according to Cary Goldberg, president of Diversified Realty Development Co. of Deerfield Beach and manager of VB Hotel 1 LLC. "So we're on the clock," Goldberg said. Projects of this size typically take two years to complete, but Goldberg hopes to get it done sooner - in 16 or 18 months, he said. How much will the new hotel coming to Vero Beach Airport cost? In order to accommodate construction of the hotel, developers have about two years before they're required to begin paying the $7,013 monthly rent, according to city records. The project is expected to cost about $34 million, with about $500,000 coming from a Florida Department of Transportation grant. Goldberg paid the matching $500,000 required by the grant, officials said. Its editors independently choose its recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however its editorial decisions remain independent. If you buy through its links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices and availability may change.

Marriott opens first City Express hotel in India, expanding budget-friendly stays. By Iuliia Tore / Oct 18, 2026 / 3 minutes of reading Table of Contents Marriott International has introduced its City Express by Marriott brand to India with the opening of a 56-room hotel in Rajasthan, marking the midscale brand's first property in South Asia. City Express by Marriott Udaipur Nathdwara Highway is located along National Highway 58, connecting Udaipur with Nathdwara, one of the region's important religious tourism destinations. The opening was announced on October 13 and expands Marriott's offering beyond its established luxury and upscale hotels in India. The new property targets travelers seeking internationally branded accommodation at a more accessible price point, including business visitors, families and pilgrims travelling through Rajasthan. Marriott opens 56-room City Express near Udaipur. The hotel is located in Leelera, near the Udaipur-Nathdwara corridor, providing road access to the Aravalli Hills and several of Rajasthan's cultural and religious attractions. The property has 56 guestrooms designed around practical accommodation rather than extensive resort-style facilities. Rooms include air conditioning, workspaces, complimentary Wi-Fi and modern bathrooms. Guests have access to a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre, complimentary continental breakfast and on-site parking. Marriott's official property listing also identifies electric vehicle charging facilities. The location is approximately 35 kilometres from Maharana Pratap Airport and around 30 kilometres from Udaipur Railway Station, making it suitable for travelers combining road, rail and air journeys. Nearby attractions include Eklingji Temple, the historic Nagda temples and Shrinathji Temple in Nathdwara. Udaipur's City Palace and Lake Pichola are accessible by road for visitors extending their stay. READ MORE: City Express makes its South asian debut. City Express originated as a hotel brand focused on affordable, functional accommodation and became part of Marriott International's portfolio as the company expanded its presence in the midscale segment. Its arrival in India gives Marriott another way to compete for travelers who prioritise location, basic comforts and predictable service over luxury amenities. The launch is significant because Marriott's Indian portfolio includes several established upscale and luxury brands, while demand for internationally branded midscale hotels is increasing in regional cities and emerging travel corridors. The new property also participates in Marriott Bonvoy, allowing eligible guests to earn and redeem points according to the programme's rules. Rajasthan attracts pilgrimage and leisure travel. The Udaipur-Nathdwara corridor serves several different travel markets, combining heritage tourism in Udaipur with religious visits to Nathdwara and surrounding temples. For visitors exploring Rajasthan by road, the new City Express offers an alternative to city-centre accommodation, particularly for travelers planning visits across multiple destinations. The property is already listed on Marriott's official reservation platform, where travelers can check room rates, availability and Marriott Bonvoy offers. The October opening marks the brand's commercial debut in India rather than a future hotel signing, extending Marriott's presence in one of Asia's fastest-developing hospitality markets. Iuliia is the editor-in-chief and oversees all editorial content.She was born and raised in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Iuliia is passionate about all aspects of travel and tourism and holds a Master's degree in International Tourism Management.Iuliia Tore lives for two houses in Kharkiv and in Valencia, Spain, and loves spending time outdoors. Work aside, she has a passion for travel, painting, arts, food, and culture.

Marriott opening hotel and José Andrés restaurant at OCVibe. By Isabel Sami - Staff Reporter, L.A. Business First Oct 16, 2026 Preview this article 1 min Sena, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection portfolio, will open at OCVibe in 2029. The hotel will add more than 300 rooms and a restaurant by chef José Andrés to the 100-acre mixed-use development. THIS REMAINDER OF THIS ARTICLE IS FOR SUBSCRIBERS Access 4 weeks of award-winning news and insights Subscribe for only $4 * Massive DTLA mixed-use center for sale * 2 Japanese restaurants coming to OCVibe * 5 new restaurants to join OCVibe's market hall * 100-acre Orange County project to add 20 acres of parks (RENDERINGS)