White Lodging Converting 353-Room Sheraton Raleigh; $7 Billion Halo Vista Features Marriott Hotel
White Lodging acquired the 353-room Sheraton Raleigh Hotel and will convert it into a Westin with comprehensive renovations starting early 2027. Separately, MREG and McCourt Partners began construction on the $7 billion Halo Vista development in North Phoenix, which includes a five-storey Marriott Courtyard and Residence Inn hotel.
1. White Lodging Acquires Sheraton Raleigh
White Lodging purchased the 353-room Sheraton Raleigh Hotel in downtown Raleigh and plans to convert it into a Westin property. The conversion will kick off with comprehensive renovations in early 2027, aligning with White Lodging’s focus on premium urban markets.
2. $7 Billion Halo Vista Development Includes Marriott Hotel
Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners broke ground on the $7 billion Halo Vista project across 2,300 acres in North Phoenix adjacent to the TSMC campus. The mixed-use development will feature nearly 30 million sq ft of space and a five-storey Marriott hotel offering Courtyard and Residence Inn accommodations.
3. Impact on Marriott's Growth Pipeline
These developments add to Marriott’s branded footprint through both conversion and new construction. The Westin conversion enhances upscale capacity in Raleigh, while the Halo Vista hotel broadens Marriott’s presence in a key semiconductor market.