{"id":8434,"date":"2023-08-17T09:01:27","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T16:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yyj.ca\/?p=8434"},"modified":"2025-12-10T12:41:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T19:41:21","slug":"victoria-airport-authority-approves-kothari-group-construction-of-towneplace-suites-by-marriott-for-victoria-international-airport-yyj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yyj.ca\/en\/victoria-airport-authority-approves-kothari-group-construction-of-towneplace-suites-by-marriott-for-victoria-international-airport-yyj\/","title":{"rendered":"Victoria Airport Authority Approves Kothari Group Construction of TownePlace Suites by Marriott for Victoria International Airport (YYJ)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
For release August 17, 2023<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) has confirmed the approval of Kothari Group\u2019s proposal to construct a 129-room hotel on 3.5 acres of commercial zoned land at the Victoria International Airport (YYJ) at the corner of Highway 17 and Beacon Avenue West. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Intended as the Victoria region\u2019s first extended stay hotel, the three-storey all-suite hotel will feature a combination of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units with fully equipped kitchens, a fitness centre, swimming pool, and 1,500 square feet of meeting space. The development will also include a full-service restaurant, with the brand expected to be announced in the coming months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Activity will begin onsite in early fall to prepare for the start of construction, which is expected to be completed by March 1, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are pleased to see this project coming to Victoria International Airport and the Greater Victoria Area,\u201d said Victoria Airport Authority President and CEO, Geoff Dickson. \u201cThe addition of the TownePlace Suites Hotel at YYJ will provide travellers and visitors to the region with convenient access not only to the airport and Sidney, but also to the many amenities and services in the area and the Pat Bay highway into Victoria.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As part of VAA\u2019s development permit approval process, the project was presented to the Town of Sidney for review and comment last fall. Sidney Town Council\u2019s comments included recommended enhancements to the hotel\u2019s exterior design to reflect its relationship to the area and visual presence at the corner of Highway 17 and Beacon Avenue, Sidney\u2019s main commercial thoroughfare. In consultation with VAA as well as Marriott, Kothari Group undertook a re-design of the hotel\u2019s exterior, introducing architectural elements and features which will add to its visual interest and sense of place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe appreciate Kothari Group\u2019s commitment to the success of the project by refining the hotel\u2019s design and creating what will truly be an outstanding facility appreciated by visitors to the region,\u201d Dickson added. \u201cKothari Group\u2019s collaborative approach throughout the design and review phase has resulted in a development proposal that we are all extremely excited about.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Kothari Group was established in Canada in 1996 with a focus in real estate-related investments including mortgage financing, hotel development, and residential multi-storey construction. Today, Kothari\u2019s hotel group works with international brands such as Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt to develop and manage hotels across Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are both honoured and delighted to embark on this exciting venture at Victoria International Airport,\u201d said Kothari Group President, Anupam Kothari. \u201cThis endeavour aligns perfectly with the Kothari Group’s values of excellence, commitment, and collaboration. We’re especially thrilled to introduce the Victoria region’s first extended stay hotel. Our goal is to not only offer a place of comfort and luxury but also to reflect the rich culture of the region, as highlighted in our collaboration with the W\u0331S\u00c1NE\u0106 Nation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Victoria Airport Authority, Town of Sidney, and Marriott International for their valuable insights and unwavering support. Together, we aim to create an experience that resonates with both travellers and locals alike.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDestination Greater Victoria is pleased with this announcement as it will provide travellers departing from and arriving to Victoria International Airport a more holistic travel experience,\u201d said Destination Greater Victoria CEO, Paul Nursey. \u201cMost international airports have airport hotels, and this addition will improve Victoria International Airport\u2019s overall competitiveness. This will make travel more comfortable, easier and provide a greater range of choices and amenities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs one of Marriott International\u2019s extended stay brands, TownePlace Suites creates a sense of calm and comfort for guests looking to feel at home while on the road,\u201d commented Senior Director, Lodging Development, Western Canada at Marriott International, Duncan Chiu. \u201cWe are excited to work with Kothari Group on bringing the first TownePlace Suites to Vancouver Island, and soon provide travellers with a new, convenient place to stay while in the Victoria Area.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In collaboration with the W\u0331S\u00c1NE\u0106 Nation, Kothari Group will be incorporating art installations and place naming opportunities in the Hotel which will reflect the rich culture and heritage of the W\u0331S\u00c1NE\u0106 People.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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