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Arlington Sheraton imploded, makes way for new Loews hotel
By Bianca Rodriguez-Mora at Fort Worth Report
· June 6, 2026
· 2 min read
A sea of Arlington residents gathered in lawn chairs and hard hats. Then came the countdown from five and — in seconds — a large boom resounded through the Entertainment District. The Sheraton Arlington Hotel caved in on itself, collapsing into a pile of debris. The crowd cheered as the former hotel
Key takeaway “We are here again for the third time, and certainly the most dramatic, groundbreaking yet,” Alex Tisch, president and CEO of Loews Hotels & Co, said.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The demolition of the Sheraton Arlington Hotel marks a significant shift in the Entertainment District's landscape, paving the way for the new Americana Hotel by Loews Hotels & Co. As the third development by Loews in the area, this project solidifies the company's investment in Arlington's hospitality scene. With 507 guest rooms and multiple event spaces, the $500 million hotel is poised to become a major player in the region's convention and tourism industry. The impact of this development will be felt across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, potentially drawing visitors and events to Arlington that might have otherwise been hosted in neighboring cities like Fort Worth. As the new hotel takes shape over the next few years, leading up to its 2029 opening, it will be worth watching how the Americana Hotel affects the local economy and the character of the Entertainment District.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 6, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 2 min
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