New hotel begins construction in Neepawa

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

The shovels are in the ground for a highly anticipated new business venture in Neepawa. On Monday, July 17, a group of investors, contractors and local dignitaries all gathered to officially commemorate the start of construction for the new Best Western Plus Hotel.

The upscale hotel complex is being built just slightly north of the junction of Highways 16 and 5, on the southern portion of what was locally known for many years as the ‘C.N. property’. The new building will feature 72 rooms, including several executive style suites, as well as a full pool, water slides and convention centre.

Murray Parrott, who represents the 40 person shareholders group that wanted to bring a hotel franchise to Neepawa, spoke on behalf of those investors at the groundbreaking event. He said that there is an incredible amount of elation for all involved to finally reach this day.

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Best Western Plus officially set to open in 2024

The official groundbreaking for the Best Western Plus in Neepawa was held on Monday, July 17. Representatives for the local shareholders group,as well as Best Western Plus, Stride Credit Union, The Constituency of Agassiz and Town of Neepawa, all participated in the event.