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Originally Posted by ASU Diablo
Update on this from Modern Phoenix IG page.
City of Phoenix HPC voted 4 to 2 in favor of initiating a historic preservation overlay on the City Center Motel (which basically slows down the demo process). Proposed to be built on site is an automated crypto-friendly 7-story luxury hotel in time to be open by SB 2023 (which in no way happens).
I remember discussion about a crypto hotel not too long, anyone else remember that? lol from the renderings, everyone though would be by the old Post Office in Civic Space Park. Looks like this was it.
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Odd location for a concept hotel like this. When I book hotels, either for myself or for a group, I try to find locations with a lot of appealing locations within walking distance. This location wouldn't check any checkboxes for me. The only desirable destination from there is east and it will take a few blocks to find something desirable.
I wonder if the developer prioritized cheap land. With so many better hotel options in downtown Phoenix, why would future travelers choose this one? I guess it would be downtown Phoenix's nicest hotel west of 2nd Ave, but a Motel 6 get easily get that award first.
If this place ever opens its doors to travelers over the next 2 years, I'm not wagering on those doors staying open for long.