[1] The hotel initial proposal contained eight stories but when work began in 1928 this was increased to ten floors.

The estimated cost increased $50,000 to $600,000,[2] and the hotel was completed in 1929, during the administration of Mayor Henry J.

The interior of the building has a two-story lobby, elaborate tile work, and balconies on the upper level.

The Charleston Ballroom, located on the second floor, has Corinthian pilasters and weekly dances were held on the open roof garden.

[4][5][6] As of 2014, the structure has undergone extensive renovation with rooms converted into shops with event space throughout the building.