Marriott chosen as upscale hotel brand for debated University Beach project in Northport
University Beach Resort Planned for Northport A new resort and entertainment complex, University Beach, is set to be developed in Northport, featuring the Marriott Sign Collection as its luxury hotel brand. The hotel will offer 144 rooms and suites, making it the first high-end property in the Tuscaloosa area. It’s envisioned to be central to […]
$350 million beach resort project for Northport planned by university
A new development is taking shape in Northport, where a $350 million mixed-use resort is being proposed. This initiative aims to rejuvenate a 77-acre area close to Tuscaloosa National Airport, creating a local hotspot for residents and tourists alike. The University Beach Resort will feature a 10-acre lagoon, a water park, an event center, residential […]
University Beach Board in Northport has its first meeting amidst continuing concerns about transparency.
University Beach Improvement District Board Meets Amid Criticism The newly established University Beach Improvement District board convened for its inaugural formal meeting on Monday, marking a significant step forward for a multi-million-dollar resort project in Northport. However, the brief session has drawn fresh critiques from residents and local leaders regarding issues of transparency and public […]
Northport: Surprising home to Alabama’s newest beach oasis
When you think of pristine white sand beaches and turquoise waters, central Alabama doesn't exactly come to mind. But things appear to be changing since Northport's long-awaited aquatic mixed-use development center opened to the public. The new development, University Beach, will reportedly include 10 acres of water and beach, 77 acres of University Beach development, […]
