Luxury hotel, condos, members club breaks ground in Tuscaloosa

Developers plan to break ground early next year on a “fantasy” seven-story hotel with condominium units and a private members’ club.

ALUM Tuscaloosa aims to be the intersection of modern luxury and Titletown tradition, designed specifically for Alabama fans, alumni and parents, according to a press release sent to Thread on Tuesday.

Construction on the new building is expected to begin in 2025 and is planned for 4th Street in Tuscaloosa, just off University Boulevard in downtown Tuscaloosa.

Elizabeth Hinson, marketing director for the Gray Group of Keller Williams Realty in Tuscaloosa, said pre-orders for ALUM Tuscaloosa units have already begun.

“Imagine a lifestyle where each day begins in a beautifully crafted space that reflects timeless sophistication and seamless convenience in the heart of Tuscaloosa,” marketers said in a press release. . ”From morning coffee in our upscale on-site cafe to curated dining, game day excitement and special alumni events, ALUM is more than just a home, it’s a community that enhances traditions and forges lifelong connections. ”

Renderings from Works Progress Architecture in Portland, Oregon, show a seven-story building with private amenities such as a pool, cigar lounge, clubhouse, and whiskey lounge, plus members-only events. You can see that there are also many spaces reserved for condominium owners.

Other clubs, including College Station, Texas, are also planned to enter the college football market. Eugene, Oregon. Knoxville, Tennessee. such as Ann Arbor, Michigan.

The space is slated to house a fine-dining restaurant and will be open to the public regardless of its sectional ownership.

ALUM condos are fully equipped with top-of-the-line Smeg appliances and offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts. Each room will have 10-foot ceilings, according to a press release.

Condo owners also have the option of participating in a “rental pool,” where the space can be rented out to guests like a hotel room, creating passive income for those who don’t plan to spend year-round in luxury accommodations. can be produced.

The new project website is now live and states that Harrison Construction of Tuscaloosa will manage construction of the new hotel.

If you would like to learn more about the progress of the project, please visit the Tuscaloosa thread.