NOTRE DAME, IN—The Morris Inn at the
University of Notre Dame will reopen to the public this Friday following a more
than $30 million renovation and expansion.
Closed for the redesign
since last October, the hotel’s new Gothic exterior better aligns with the
architecture of other campus buildings, according to the University of
Notre Dame, which owns and operates the property. The interior features
rich, navy furnishings, light-colored custom millwork and golden paint tones.
The expansion increased
the total square footage of the building from 72,000 sq. ft . to
137, 500 sq. ft .
The number of guestrooms increased from 92 to 150. In addition, the hotel
almost doubled its employee base, with 120 persons now on staff.
The expansion included a
300-seat ballroom and adjacent pre-function space with a separate entrance. The
hotel now offers 30,000
sq. ft . of meeting space in conjunction with Notre Dame Conference Center
The historic Sorin’s
restaurant was preserved and two additional dining options were created:
Rohr’s, a casual pub located off the lobby, and Fireside Terrace, an outdoor
space serving the menu from Rohr’s. Three new private dining rooms were added.
The building is
currently seeking LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building
Council. Sustainable features include a green roof for stormwater management
and improved air quality; a recycling program; water filtration systems on
every floor; and LED lights throughout the building.
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