GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY — A proposal for a new hotel at Cherry Capital Airport was presented on Wednesday, Dec. 12, to the airport authority zoning board, aiming to provide travelers with accommodations before early flights.
The proposed hotel will feature 89 units, an event space, and a rooftop bar overlooking the runway, addressing the long-standing demand from travelers for overnight accommodations at the airport.
Developers have been planning the hotel project for over a year, starting with initial discussions that eventually led to the current proposal.
The location of the hotel is planned near the employee parking lot at Cherry Capital Airport, providing convenient access for travelers.
Developers have been planning this project for over a year, starting with discussions at the T.C. Connect Economic summit.
Final designs for the hotel need to be approved by the FAA, but developers hope to open the hotel by spring 2027.
Airport administrators have assured that the construction of the hotel will not interfere with the planned terminal expansion.
With plans underway and pending FAA approval, the new hotel at Cherry Capital Airport is set to enhance the travel experience for passengers, offering convenient accommodations by 2027.