Sleep Inn & Suites in Merrillville has reopened after a $2.2 million renovation that's still ongoing.

The motel at 8210 Louisiana St. just off Interstate 65 was temporarily closed last year for extensive renovations. The town celebrated a ribbon cutting ceremony this week to mark the reopening.

Apex 2024 bought the 103-room hotel last year. It's been adding new bedding, furniture, carpeting, decor and lighting for the Choice Hotels-brand hotel.

The renovation is ongoing. It reopened this month with rooms available on the first floor as it continues to do work on the property.

“This ownership group has made a huge investment in the community, and we’re happy with the outcome,” Fire Marshal Bob Pillman said. “We’re looking forward to seeing the finished product.”

The new ownership is no

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