San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants is set to expand its presence in the Westcourt Entertainment District, a new development slated to launch in downtown Orlando by early 2027. The announcement came earlier this week via a company press release.
Kimpton’s new headquarters will fit into the $500 million Westcourt District, a project that was greenlit by city officials in April, following discussions that began in 2011. Initial plans for Westcourt included a 260-room hotel, though the specific branding of the hotel was not disclosed until now.
Situated north of the Kia Center on a sprawling 8.5-acre site, Westcourt will feature a mix of residential spaces, a live event venue, office buildings, restaurants and other entertainment facilities. The planned 11-story Kimpton hotel will offer a variety of amenities including a full-service restaurant and bar, a coffee shop and leisure facilities such as a pool bar and lounge.
Co-developed by San Francisco-based JMA Ventures, along with Machete Group (developers of the Kia Center) and the DeVos family, owners of the Orlando Magic, the district aims to become a vibrant hub of activity and entertainment in Orlando.
Todd Chapman, CEO and Partner at JMA Ventures, expressed excitement about the partnership with Kimpton, citing a previous successful collaboration on the Kimpton Sawyer project in Sacramento. “Kimpton’s distinct commitment to service excellence and their innovative approach to hospitality are critical to realizing our vision for Westcourt, which we believe will redefine the standard for hospitality in downtown Orlando,” Chapman said in the press release.
This strategic move by Kimpton not only enriches its portfolio, but also promises to enrich the cultural and entertainment landscape of downtown Orlando.
