Rivers Casino Portsmouth Hotel Reaches Top of Construction Ahead of 2027 Opening

(AsiaGameHub) –   Portsmouth officials marked a significant milestone in the construction of The Landing Hotel, a $65 million development located adjacent to Rivers Casino Portsmouth.

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Good to Know

• The Landing Hotel is anticipated to open in early 2027.
• The eight-story hotel will feature 106 rooms, including 32 suites.
• The project is projected to generate 200 temporary construction positions and 60 permanent jobs.

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The steel structure of The Landing Hotel has now reached an eight-story height beside Rivers Casino Portsmouth, providing city leaders with a visible indicator of the ongoing expansion of the casino district.

Mayor Shannon Glover reaffirmed during his State of the City address that the hotel remains on schedule for an early 2027 opening. The topping-off ceremony held on Friday involved hoisting a steel beam, which was then secured at the top of the building. Glover remarked:

“Folks, as they have consistently done, they underpromised and overperformed. Recall when we opened this facility in 2023? We are currently two years ahead of our original timeline.”

Rivers Casino Hotel Expands Its Offerings and Workforce

The Landing Hotel will introduce 106 guest rooms to the casino property, with 32 of them designated as suites. The development also includes a lobby bar, two executive boardrooms, and various other guest amenities.

Tim Drehkoff, CEO of Rush Street Gaming and Rivers Casino Portsmouth, stated:

“Additionally, we will offer a refined lobby bar, two new executive boardrooms, and other premium amenities. We are pleased to collaborate with the award-winning design team Architecture and Interiors throughout the planning process.”

S.B. Ballard Construction Company is overseeing the construction. Steve Ballard noted that crews continue to progress ahead of schedule while maintaining a strong safety record. He added:

“This is Portsmouth—a town defined by hard work and industrious people. Several hundred workers are on-site daily, and they have maintained excellent safety standards. We are slightly ahead of our planned timeline.”

City officials anticipate that the hotel will contribute to local economic growth by creating 200 temporary construction roles and 60 permanent positions once it opens.

Brian Donahue, director of economic development for Portsmouth, highlighted the broader significance of the eight-story structure for the city’s skyline:

“It has been many decades since an eight-story building was constructed in our city. I am confident that this marks the beginning of many more such developments in Portsmouth.”