New Spark by Hilton opens near Charlotte's airport

Between the lines: Hampton and Spark are both part of Hilton's "Elevated essentials" brand of hotels.

What to expect: The 121-room property features 320 square feet per room.

• The property's redevelopment supports investment in Charlotte's Airport Corridor as outlined in the CLT Airport Area Strategic Development Plan.
• Conveniently situated near Interstate 85 and just minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the property is well-located to accommodate business and leisure travelers coming to Charlotte — a major center for commerce, transportation and tourism.

By the numbers: Construction on the space, which began in August 2024, cost roughly $6.5 million. It was entirely privately funded, a Spark by Hilton spokesperson tells Axios.

Zoom out: PM Hotels developed the project. Charlotte hotelier PM Patel founded the brand in 1993. His son, Hanill Patel, owns and operates Spark by Hilton Charlotte Airport North.

• PM Hotels includes seven Charlotte Hotels and 58 hotels overall.

If you go: Spark by Hilton Charlotte Airport North is at 3127 Sloan Dr., less than 10 minutes from the airport.