The Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville, the largest full-service hotel in downtown Huntsville, Ala., has completed a two-phased, multimillion-dollar renovation. The 295-key hotel in “Rocket City” is connected by a sky bridge to the Von Braun Center and sits adjacent to Big Spring International Park. The Embassy Suites Huntsville is operated by Atrium Hospitality.
The hotel’s extensive transformation spans:
- All 295 two-room guest suites
- First-floor open-air atrium
- New farm-to-table restaurant concept with indoor and outdoor seating, called CO/OP Community Table + Bar
- Flexible event space (11,500 square feet), including new Saturn V meeting room (nearly 700 square feet)
- Indoor saltwater pool
- Public restrooms
- New sundry/gift shop, including items sourced through employment social enterprises to empower people through dignity of work
- Bottled water filling stations throughout the hotel to reduce plastic and pollution
- Occupancy sensors in guestrooms and 100 percent LED conversion to save energy
“For 18 years, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Huntsville has served as an award-winning hospitality provider in Huntsville, positively impacting the city’s economy,” Larry Cooper, VP, operational strategies—Eastern Region, Atrium Hospitality, said in a statement. “Our beautifully renovated hotel has the highest room count in Huntsville, can accommodate attendees of large groups and conferences at the Von Braun Center, as well as host business and transient travelers wanting an excellent place to stay.”
The hotel’s makeover incorporates modern enhancements with cool, fresh colors blended with an overall warm palette. All of the hotel’s 295 two-room suites have been refreshed from top to bottom and feature new 55-inch televisions, bedding, a mini-refrigerator, a microwave, a large desk, Wi-Fi, and a full-size sofa bed in a separate living area. In addition, more guest suites have a walk-in shower with a glass door.
As a premium upgrade, the Embassy Suites Huntsville has 20 Pure Wellness guest accommodations, creating a wellness environment by incorporating science and technology to treat the surface and air in rooms. All of the Huntsville hotel’s Pure Wellness suites are located on one floor and provide a view of the city.