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Hotel LeVeque blends art deco, nautical theme in an iconic Columbus building
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sing a classic art deco backdrop and modern accoutrements, Hotel LeVeque is trying to distinguish itself in the competitive downtown Columbus lodging market and beckoning to those vising the capital city in search of a unique experience. Hotel LeVeque is among Marriott International’s luxury brand, Autograph Collection Hotels. The 149-room boutique hotel occupies floors 5 through 10 of the 47-story LeVeque Tower, the history of which was cast in stone nearly a century ago.
The structure dates to 1927, when it was built as the American Insurance Union Citadel, designed by architect Charles Howard Crane. It went through many name changes over the years, but has been known simply as the LeVeque Tower since 1945.
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At the northeast corner of East Broad Street and South Front Street, the hotel has myriad personal The LeVeque Tower is perhaps touches designed to leave the iconic building on the an indelible impression Columbus skyline. on the guest, says Michael Shannon, director of sales and marketing for Hotel LeVeque.“Everyone’s a VIP,” he says.
With a celestial theme woven throughout the facility, the hotel offers telescopes in each room. A nightstand projector broadcasts a moving
constellation on the ceiling of each bedroom. Both sweet and savory treats, made locally by Sadie Baby Sweets, are placed bedside.
There are 50 variations of room styles, from traditional guest rooms to suites, all with whitetile bathrooms, glass shower enclosures, and customized spray systems. Many rooms have a striking view of the Scioto Mile, the downtown park along the banks of the Scioto River.
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Also among the nearby amenities are the Palace Theatre, adjacent to the east, and the Center of Science and Industry to the west on the neighboring Scioto Peninsula.
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The hotel itself features three meeting rooms with a total of nearly 2,000 square feet, seating 45 to 65, depending on how they’re configured.
One of the hotel’s highlights is The Keep Bar and Restaurant, a modern-day speakeasy with mahogany wood, gas-lamp lighting, a long marble bar, and soft seating. Patrons can indulge in Prohibition-style cocktails, hand-selected wines, and craft beer in the 120-seat space on the second-floor mezzanine. The Keep’s fullservice restaurant is slated to open in mid-July.
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Executive chef Jonathan Olson, classically trained at the Pennsylvania Culinary Institute, says the Keep will offer an affordable brasseriestyle menu and relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant will be open to all guests, not just those staying at the hotel. The Keep restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, and brunch on the weekends. Hotel LeVeque, 50 W. Broad St., Columbus. Go to www.mariott.com for reservations.
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