The new Tru by Hilton Valparaiso only took a year to build. The hotel officially opened June 9.

The first guest received 25,000 Hilton Honors points and goodies from local businesses.

Owner Mark Forszt, of MJF Development, said the cooperation of several organizations made the project happen within the timeline.

“This project came together because of the efforts of so many people,” Forszt said in a press release. “From Good Hospitality to Holladay Construction to Egolf Coates Excavation, every group played an important role in getting us here.”

The hotel will include free breakfast, a room to exercise, two foosball tables in the lobby and three pods for quiet working time.

“Tru by Hilton represents something smart, quick, friendly, and bright,” Forszt said. “There was a need for a fresh option for everyone, from the traveler looking for the latest spot in Valparaiso to business guests wanting a smart location with a team that delivers proper service.”

The location was due in part to Valparaiso University and The American Factory by Journeyman Distillery, said Brian Gilchrist, president at Good Hospitality.

“It’s both family-oriented and sports-oriented, especially because of the price point. You have the university, and I think that works well for college students and their families that are in town,” Gilchrist said. “I think its location close to Journeyman Distillery is definitely a plus as well. It relates to folks needing a place to stay for any type of event going on in the community.”

Tim Healy, president and CEO of Holladay Properties, said his company has a long working relationship with Good Hospitality.

“Holladay Construction Group has developed a strong working relationship with Good Hospitality through the successful completion of our third hotel project together,” Healy said. “The Tru by Hilton Valparaiso project progressed smoothly, consistent with our previous collaborations.”

Good Hospitality Services based in Valparaiso was founded in 1994 and has built more than 90 hotels.