Local Experts in Hotel and Hospitality Construction
Phased Construction for National & Boutique Hotels in Michigan
Hotel Construction and Wolgast Go Way Back
Lynn and the late Pat Wolgast, former CEO and COO of Wolgast Corporation, entered the hospitality industry as hotel developers in the early 2000s. Through the development, design, and construction of their own hotel properties, Wolgast Corporation gained first-hand experience with the unique challenges of hospitality construction including multi-story guest room layouts, pool areas, elevators, phased renovations, and corporate brand imaging programs.
That experience evolved into a specialized niche where Wolgast is recognized as hotel renovation specialists, delivering hospitality construction and renovation projects efficiently, professionally, and with quality workmanship for boutique hotels, independent hotels, and nationally branded properties.
Our hospitality experience provides a strong understanding of the industry’s priorities: maintaining operations, protecting guest experience, meeting brand standards, and completing projects on schedule. Whether the project involves a boutique hotel renovation, pool addition, elevator installation, multi-floor construction, or a national brand Property Improvement Plan (PIP), Wolgast has the expertise to manage the work with speed, organization, and attention to detail—the Wolgast Way.
We also specialize in phased construction approaches that allow portions of the property to remain operational throughout construction whenever possible. We understand the importance of minimizing disruption and helping Owners stay focused on serving guests and generating revenue rather than managing construction challenges. From new hotel developments to renovations and PIPs, Wolgast has the team and experience to deliver results efficiently and professionally.
Hampton Inn New Build, Flint, MI | Architect: Architect Group III | 68,089 SF
Hyatt Place New Build, Flint, MI | Architect: NORR Architects | 66,000 SF
Four Points by Sheraton Remodel, Saginaw, MI | Architect: Wolgast Design Group | 90,000 SF
Stafford’s Perry Hotel Remodel, Petoskey, MI | Architect: Wolgast Design Group | 3,165 SF
The Renwick Building, Walloon Lake, MI | Architect: Wolgast Design Group, J. Visser, and Kathryn Chaplow Design | 36,000 SF
Hotel Walloon New Build, Walloon Lake, MI | Architect: Seidell Architect | 23,000 SF

Hotel Construction and Renovation Specialties:
- Turn-key experience in the development, design and construction of hotels which we have gained through both Wolgast’s leadership owned and our clients’ projects.
- An understanding of the need to complete a hotel project on or before schedule to begin operations as soon as possible.
- The ability to self-perform to improve performance and quality while controlling costs.
- Multiple construction delivery methods to provide the most efficient process for the project, such as General Construction, Design-Build and Construction Management.

Planning for Mixed-Use Buildings
Another option for Hospitality Entrepreneurs is Mixed-Use Developments. These businesses generate leasing income from Retail as well as through hotel room rentals. It creates an experience for those staying away from home to have restaurants and shopping close by.Wolgast has seen an increase in interest from our prospects to create these developments. The speed, quality and knowledge Wolgast has to complete these for our clients is unmatched by our competition. We are systemized to design, competitively bid, offer our own key trades, build it and turn it over in phases, so the owner can start generating income as quickly as possible.

The Professionals in Hospitality Design
Wolgast’s Design Group has worked with National Flagships to design hotels to match corporate image requirements. Through our Architect’s knowledge and expertise of local municipal requirements and the corporate branding, they are able to create unique designs that still meet the needs of the owner. They have provided design for multi-floor hotels and full building remodels.

