Hotel operating and development company First Hospitality has taken over the management of Hotel Indy in the US state of Indiana.

Hotel Indy, Indianapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, opened in 2021 and currently features 90 rooms and suites, according to a press release posted by First Hospitality on HospitalityNet.

This addition marks First Hospitality’s first hotel with KennMar, the owner group.

First Hospitality president and CEO David Duncan said: “The addition of Hotel Indy to our property portfolio is a meaningful step in our Indianapolis presence. We value our owner relationships and look forward to this new partnership with KennMar while growing our Indianapolis-based team and further fostering our relationship with the Marriott brand.

“First Hospitality’s experience with F&B will prove fruitful with the hotel’s on-site restaurant and bar experiences.”

The hotel features two restaurants: The Hulman and The Cannon Ball Lounge, a rooftop bar.

The Hulman offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, while The Cannon Ball Lounge serves Indy-inspired cuisine, a list of cocktails, craft brews and coffee, along with views.

Guests can also dine at the nearby restaurants, including Weber Grill Restaurant, Fogo De Chao and Yard House.

The hotel hosts a range of events in its two event rooms, spread across 1200ft² of area with a capacity to accommodate up to 60 guests.

Among the other amenities provided at the hotel are a fitness centre and a dry-cleaning service.

The hotel’s location provides guests access to nearby locations such as Lucas Oil Stadium, Hilbert Circle Theatre, Gainbridge Field House, etc.

Currently, First Hospitality manages several hotels, including Hotel LeVeque, Autograph Collection; Hutton Hotel and Hancock House Louisville.

Tribute Portfolio, a brand of Marriott International, has roughly 100 hotels across the world.

Last month, Ashford Hospitality Trust entered a franchise agreement with Marriott International to transform its Le Pavillon Hotel into a Tribute Portfolio property.