Merrillville-based White Lodging announced its expansion into the Fort Worth Stockyards in Texas.
White Lodging has acquired a 3.5-acre parcel in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. The area features a blend of cowboy culture, entertainment and commerce.
The company is exploring plans to transform the site. In addition to a hotel and restaurant component, White Lodging is considering opportunities for larger mixed-use destination amenities.
“The Stockyards represent a unique intersection of history and opportunity,” said Conner White, White Lodging vice chair and chief investment officer, in a press release. “While our plans are still taking shape, there is so much potential in the site. Our vision is to create a place that celebrates the character of the district while introducing new experiences for visitors and locals alike.”
This marks White Lodging’s first project in the Dallas/Fort Worth area since the late 1990s. Across Texas in Austin and San Antonio, White Lodging has 16 brand hotels and over 20 independently branded restaurants, bars and rooftops.
White Lodging was established in 1985 by the late Bruce White. The company develops, owns and operates restaurants and hotels. In total, White Lodging’s portfolio includes about 60 hotels, over 50 restaurants and bars and a collection of luxury ranches.
