Rivers Casino Portsmouth unveils summer groundbreaking for The Landing Hotel
The project will reportedly bring approximately 200 new temporary construction jobs and 60 new permanent positions to the Rivers Casino Portsmouth property.
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- The Landing Hotel Portsmouth is a $65m privately funded development expected to drive local commerce and gaming, restaurant, conference and event revenues
- The property is expected to open during early 2027 according to Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming
Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming officially unveiled plans to break ground on The Landing Hotel Portsmouth this summer in 2025 during a State of the City meeting held on May 2 from The Event Center at Rivers Casino.
Mayor of Portsmouth Shannon Glover first shared the news during the annual Portsmouth State of the City meeting as a continued sign of “tremendous economic momentum” for the city.
“Portsmouth is on the move – and we’re winning,” Mayor Glover said.
“The Landing Hotel Portsmouth is more than just a beautiful new addition to our skyline. It’s a symbol of Rivers Casino’s positive impact on Portsmouth and our continued rise as a regional entertainment destination.”
The Landing Hotel Portsmouth is a $65m privately funded development which will reportedly bring approximately 200 new temporary construction jobs and 60 new permanent positions to Rivers Casino Portsmouth.
In addition to the new hospitality tax for the city of Portsmouth, the property is expected to drive additional local commerce and gaming, restaurant, conference and event revenues by supporting weekend and overnight visits to the area.
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“A hotel was always part of the casino’s masterplan, and we’re excited to be moving forward as expected,” Rush Street Gaming and Rivers Casino Portsmouth CEO Tim Drehkoff said.
“The Landing Hotel Portsmouth will be Rush Street’s fourth casino hotel, custom-designed for the greater Hampton Roads market.”
The Landing Hotel Portsmouth is expected to open during early 2027 according to Rivers Casino Portsmouth and Rush Street Gaming.
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