MMI Hotel Group (MMI) has been selected to operate Fontana Village Resort & Marina in Fontana Dam, NC. Located in the Smoky Mountains, Fontana Village is a resort property consisting of approximately 356 acres that includes a 91-room lodge, 124 cabins, two restaurants, a general store, two swimming pools including a lazy river, multipurpose sports fields/courts, post office building, gas station, 60-slip marina with 18 floating cabin moorings, horse stables and public trails.
“Originally constructed as the core of a community brought together to build Fontana Dam, Fontana Village has transitioned into an authentic destination for visitors to the Smoky Mountains and the Appalachian Trail,” said Micajah Sturdivant, CEO, MMI. “The resort offers tremendous activities, amenities and accommodations for adventure lovers of all ages.”
The Lodge offers rooms with fireplaces and balconies, as well as poolside cabanas and views of the surrounding mountains. Cabins range from one- to four-bedroom units with a living room with a sofa and television, kitchen and a private porch. Three dining options are available.
“With a reputation for generating superior guest satisfaction and improved bottom lines at historical lodgings, MMI was the obvious choice for us to lead operations at Fontana Village Resort & Marina,” said Robin Turner, partner, Fontana Ventures LLC. “In addition to their successful track record operating similar properties, we were immediately struck by a shared sense of values and philosophy on providing truly unique, one-of-a-kind experiences for guests that will not be duplicated or forgotten.”
