Construction Begins on Roanoke Hotel and Convention Center
The City of Roanoke is excited to announce that visible construction activity will begin on
Monday, August 24, 2026, at the future hotel and convention center site located at 600 South
Oak Street, marking an important step forward for the highly anticipated downtown
development.
Brasfield & Gorrie, the project’s general contractor, will begin mobilizing on site, installing
construction fencing, removing existing sidewalks, and beginning initial site work. Residents and
visitors traveling through the area should expect to see increased construction activity as crews
prepare the property for the next phase of development.
While work is beginning on site, the City’s official groundbreaking ceremony is planned for late
September, when the City and its development partner, Garfield Public/Private LLC, also
anticipate announcing the hotel’s brand and official name. Additional details, including the date
and time of the ceremony, will be announced soon.
The full-service boutique hotel and City-owned convention center represent a significant
investment in the future of Downtown Roanoke. Featuring 205 guest rooms, the development
will create new opportunities to host meetings, conferences, celebrations, and special events,
while attracting additional visitors, supporting downtown businesses, and further strengthening
Roanoke’s position as a destination.
As construction progresses, Brasfield & Gorrie will provide regular project updates to keep
residents, businesses, and visitors informed. The contractor will take precautions to minimize
disturbances and provide advance notice as work progresses