WaterWalk has opened its newest property under the brand's Gen 2.0 model in Huntsville, Ala. The WaterWalk Huntsville includes 76 fully furnished Stay units and 50 ready-to-furnish Live units that range in size from studios to two-bedroom spaces both with and without balconies.
All units have a full kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and range, along with a pantry and kitchen island. Each unit also has a full-size washer and dryer while bathrooms have a large vanity and a walk-in shower.
Serving as an extension of the living spaces, the common areas of the property include The Living Room in the lobby with a bean-to-cup espresso station, a lending library, workstations with a printer, seating areas, oversized wall-mounted board games and a TV. The property also has a fitness center with weight racks, cardio machines and two Peloton bikes as well as an outdoor pool and back patio with lounging furniture, fire pits, lawn games and a grilling area. The property also includes Jack's Place, a grab-and-go market in the lobby.
"Huntsville's unique blend of industrial complexes, research laboratories, municipal parks and facilities for national defense and space exploration offer immense opportunities for both travelers and residents alike," Mimi Oliver, CEO of WaterWalk, said in a statement. "From tourists visiting the U.S. Space and Rocket Center to business professionals in town for research projects and demonstrations, WaterWalk Huntsville is committed to providing innovative stay options that fit the dynamic needs of our guests. We're thrilled to be a part of the vibrant Huntsville community and contribute to its dynamic growth as one of the fastest growing cities in the nation."
Located west of downtown near a variety of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues, WaterWalk Huntsville is in a central hub for Huntsville's innovation and defense complexes. The hotel is near Boeing, NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and the U.S. Space and Rocket Center.
WaterWalk Huntsville is the brand's first opening this year. As the 12th location for WaterWalk, this property also doubles the brand's portfolio size over the past year.