The Morongo Band of Mission Indians in Banning, California, and Marnell Hospitality and Tharaldson Hospitality have broken ground for a 200-room hotel alongside the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon, California.
The dual-branded Hampton Inn and Home2 Suites hotel is scheduled to open in early 2026.
The development is expected to create dozens of permanent new jobs and economic opportunities in the San Gorgonio Pass. The four-story hotel, a 50-50 joint venture between Marnell and Tharaldson, is being constructed on the Morongo Indian Reservation.
“Working together, the Morongo Tribal Council and the Morongo Economic Development and Planning Committee successfully moved this innovative project from concept to reality and identified the perfect partners in Marnell Hospitality and Tharaldson Hospitality,” Morongo Tribal Council Vice Chair James Siva, who also chairs the tribe’s Economic Development and Planning Committee, said in a statement.
Designed to meet the needs of leisure and business travelers, the hotel will include a resort-style pool and spa and offer modern accommodations and conveniences, including studio suites, guest rooms, a bar/lounge, dining, fitness center, two large meeting/conference rooms and ample lobby and lounge areas.
“We’re beyond excited to be partnering with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians as one of the recognized leaders in tribal gaming and hospitality,” said Marnell Hospitality Manager Greg Wells. “This new location will enhance the world-class amenities already offered by Morongo, while also providing new accommodations for travelers to the region.”
