PLANS are being submitted to build Harrogate's first Aparthotel with an application for a 103-bedroom property at the Great Yorkshire Showground.
Landowner the Yorkshire Agricultural Society is working with national hoteliers Roomzzz Aparthotel on the plans which will be submitted to Harrogate Borough Council.
Society chief executive Nigel Pulling said: "Our vision is to have an aparthotel which will be on a room only basis, ie there will be no public sales of food or drink. We see this as being complementary to the existing hotel and guest house accommodation offered in Harrogate.
"Each year the showground hosts around 700 events and for many, on-site accommodation would be a great advantage.
"This project would benefit the local economy, Harrogate’s reputation as a premier holiday and business destination, and enable us to increase our charitable activities."
Mr Pulling said the Society is keen to know neighbours’ views and will be organising public consultations to listen to their opinions.
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