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When the Franklin Square Inn makes its debut as a Hampton Inn property, new guests will encounter significant changes. Jennifer Julien says that parent company Hilton designs the hotel chain with upscale sensibilities in mind. The lobby ceiling is required to be a certain height, but the current building is cramped near the check-in at just 8 feet tall. Julien says that is one of three major changes.
The swimming pool will get a view, as it is moved from its interior position on the ground level.
The last major renovation takes place on the top floor. Gone is the conference center, replaced by a bar location designed to lead to panoramic views of the waterfront and downtown.
Julien says the decision to shutter operations and gut the interior helps to speed up the renovation process. The Hampton Inn is expected to be open before summer.
