100 jobs created in Hilton hotel development

DEVELOPERS Lexington Leisure have been given approval for a 167 bedroom hotel that will create 100 Hull jobs.

Hull City Council gave the go-ahead for the four star development to begin on the site of the former Lexington Avenue nightclub.

The firm said it hoped that it would be developed under the Hilton Gardens brand.

The site will have a restaurant, gym and conference rooms, and is expected to be opening in 2017.

Councillor Martin Mancey, portfolio holder for Energy City said: “A Hilton Hotel will be a valuable asset to the growing band of proposed hotel developments across the city and support the ongoing capital investment programme in the city centre.

“As our city develops and increases its presence both regionally and nationally, visitors to our area need a comfortable place to stay and this investment further demonstrates the confidence major companies are having in Hull.

“Welcoming brands which offer a global reach is a win-win situation for the city’s tourism industry and economy.”

“Boosting our local economy is a priority for the council and a Hilton hotel will complement the qualities and character of Hull whilst supporting the city’s multi-million pound investment and regeneration programme.

“The building will create a landmark on Ferensway and revamp the area which has been left unoccupied for a number of years.

“The number of hotel rooms sprouting up around the city is undergoing a major expansion, fuelled by brighter economic prospects and an expected flood of visitors come City of Culture 2017.”

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