July 26, 2025

Shreveport Residents Frustrated Over Delays in Marriott Hotel Construction

News Summary

Residents and city officials in Shreveport are expressing frustration over ongoing construction delays of the long-anticipated Marriott dual hotel. Originally slated for completion by mid-2024, recent updates suggest that it may take an additional four to five months to finish the project. Concerns regarding aesthetic impacts and financial obligations are mounting, prompting calls for accountability from local leaders. Community hopes remain centered on the hotel’s potential benefits once completed.

Shreveport Residents Frustrated Over Continued Delays in Marriott Dual Hotel Construction

Shreveport’s long-awaited Marriott dual hotel, located on East 70th Street, has faced ongoing construction delays for over six years, frustrating local officials and residents. Originally a Wyndham Garden and previously a Sheraton, the property is being transformed by Galaxy Hotels Group into a SpringHill Suites and TownePlace Suites.

City Councilman Grayson Boucher has expressed his dissatisfaction with the slow progress, calling for updates on the hotel’s construction status. In recent discussions, construction contractors had originally anticipated completion and opening by late July or August 2024. However, recent statements indicated that it may take an additional four to five months to finish the project.

Boucher has raised concerns about the prolonged delays impacting the surrounding area’s aesthetics, highlighting complaints from residents in the nearby University Terrace and Pierremont neighborhoods. These residents have voiced their frustrations regarding the condition of the unfinished hotel, which has become an eyesore in the community.

Calls for Investigation and Accountability

Amid mounting concerns over the project, Shreveport City Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor has called for an investigation into property owners of unfinished developments, underscoring a larger issue of abandoned hotels and apartments in the city. City attorney Marcus Edwards noted that it is a positive sign that progress continues on the hotel, despite these challenges.

Shreveport City Council Vice Chairwoman Ursula Bowman also expressed her worries about the vacancies posed by unfinished hotels within her district. The Marriott dual hotel is set to feature 99 rooms designated for TownePlace Suites and 117 suites for SpringHill Suites, along with a Boston’s Pizza restaurant and sports bar, aimed at enhancing the local hospitality landscape.

Background and Financial Obligations

Construction on the hotel resumed in April 2020 after the property was purchased by D Shiri LLC for over $10 million. Updated architectural plans have been submitted to city officials, and while all necessary permits have been secured, the current status of required inspections remains unclear.

In addition to construction delays, the property faces financial challenges. The 2024 taxes amounting to $168,852 have yet to be paid, risking a potential tax sale. Furthermore, several liens totaling $351,400.29 have been reported against the property, although some of these liens were noted to have been settled.

Challenges Ahead

Larry Williams, representing the developers, acknowledged the difficulties associated with hotel construction but affirmed that there are no significant obstacles currently hindering progress. The hotel is envisioned to be a thriving component of the community, promising to create jobs and generate tax revenue once completed.

As Shreveport residents and officials await further updates, the future of the Marriott dual hotel remains uncertain amidst ongoing delays and financial intricacies. The community is hopeful that construction will progress in a timely manner, allowing the project to contribute positively to the local economy and landscape.

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