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Kelowna Hopes Marriott Will Operate Potential Hotel
Avington will market the project as Kelowna seeks a developer and investment group for the city-owned site, which could expand tourism and event capacity.
- The City of Kelowna is moving forward with plans for a premier waterfront hotel at 289 Queensway Avenue, selecting Marriott International as the preferred hotel partner.
- In 2025, the City purchased the parcel from Westcorp after the developer abandoned plans for a 33-storey hotel, condominium, and convention centre at the former Willow Inn Hotel site.
- Working with advisory firm Avington, the project incorporates the Kelowna Downtown Marina to support tourism and bring energy downtown year-round, Mayor Tom Dyas said.
- Avington will now lead a public marketing and sale process, though the City must still approve any future purchase and sale agreement to finalize the partnership.
- This hotel joins downtown waterfront enhancements including the recently opened City Park boardwalk and a new swim venue, aiming to attract visitors and sustain local energy year-round.
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