Nashville-based Oliver Hospitality, an independent hospitality management and development company, announces significant growth and development projects this year. Two new hotel acquisitions will add to its existing portfolio of seven hotels and nine restaurants, including the historic Andrew Johnson building in Knoxville, TN, which is expected to open in late 2026.

“Oliver Hospitality is experiencing a season of rapid growth and development, and we expect to double our portfolio within the next two years,” said Chett Abramson, President, Oliver Hospitality. “We are eager to bring Oliver Hospitality to new cities across the country to deliver a distinct, curated experience rooted in sense of place for communities and travelers unlike anything else.”

As part of its growth strategy, Oliver Hospitality is actively pursuing engagements with owners and developers who are seeking third party operators in the full service independent and branded space. Oliver Hospitality has full capabilities in hospitality asset management, with unique differentiators in digital marketing, sales, design and development.

On the Horizon

The historic Andrew Johnson building is returning to its hospitality roots as a soon-to-open boutique hotel in Knoxville, TN. The landmark 1929 building, originally the tallest structure in Knoxville, has served various roles over the years and will now once again anchor downtown’s revival upon its restoration as a hotel in early 2026. Specializing in historic preservation projects, MHM is the architect of record and envisions that Hotel Americana will act as a catalyst for the south end of Gay Street, connecting downtown Knoxville with emerging South Waterfront developments. The modernized hotel will celebrate its storied past in atmosphere and amenities through historic preservation efforts and an intentionally curated guest experience. Upon opening, the 192-room property will feature a signature restaurant, rooftop bar and lounge, elegant meeting and event spaces, and a theater intended as a performative space to pay homage to its past popularity as a venue for live music.

As part of its branded portfolio, the new 156-room Doubletree by Hilton Clarksville Riverview Hotel, open as of October 2024 in the hometown of Oliver Hospitality Managing Partner, Philip Welker, is just the beginning of the revitalization of Riverview Square in Clarksville, TN, which the hotel anchors. Oliver Hospitality is leading the development of the vibrant outdoor shopping, dining and social district with over 45,000 square feet of retail, expected to be fully open and operational by early 2026.

Oliver Hospitality is expanding north to Detroit, Managing Partner, Ethan Orley’s hometown, to manage and oversee a historic building hotel conversion. The building will experience a full renovation and open as a new boutique hotel bringing more than 100 guest rooms, signature restaurant, cocktail bar, and rooftop experience to downtown Detroit in 2027.

Oliver Hospitality is also in the final stages of solidifying other development and third-party management projects in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina.

Milestone Anniversaries

Summer 2025 marks five years since acquiring the iconic Station House Inn, the premier destination hotel in South Lake Tahoe. The 96-room recently renovated boutique property has long been a leading basecamp to explore the iconic vacation destination, offering modernized resort amenities and easy access to the best attractions all four seasons from the alpine lake to ski resorts to casinos.

Nestled in the beautifully restored 1876 Kern Building, Oliver Royale sits in the heart of Market Square’s vibrant energy and is a standout in downtown Knoxville’s chef-driven food scene serving classic New American dishes with a focus on seasonal and regional ingredients. The Oliver Hotel’s signature restaurant, Oliver Royale will celebrate ten years in 2025 and has established itself as a destination for good food, drink and atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.

Invited by Oliver, the brand’s new loyalty program, offers perks, VIP events and special offers across properties. For more information about Oliver Hospitality and its collection of properties, visit www.oliverhospitality.com. 

About Oliver Hospitality

Oliver Hospitality is a Nashville-based hospitality development and management company. Spanning the southeast and west coast, Oliver Hospitality aligns its mindset with the unique attributes of each project in order to deliver outstanding operating results. Managing both company-branded Oliver Hotels, By Oliver brands, and third-party properties, Oliver strives to be a leader for its colleagues, communities, and guests. The Southeast portfolio includes The Oliver Hotel in Knoxville, TN; Hotel Clermont in Atlanta, GA; Fairlane Hotel in Nashville, TN; DoubleTree by Hilton Clarksville in Clarksville, TN; and The Oliver Hotel of Oxford in Oxford, MS. The West coast portfolio includes Station House Inn in South Lake Tahoe, CA and Lodge at Marconi in Marshall, CA.