Reviewed by: Nathan Watson
New Sports Illustrated Resorts breaks ground in Tuscaloosa
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Local civic leaders, celebrities, former athletes and representatives from Travel + Leisure Co. broke ground today in Tuscaloosa at the site of the first Sports Illustrated Resorts ground-up development in Alabama and a collegiate market.
Located along the Black Warrior River about a mile from the University of Alabama campus near 190 Rice Mine Road North.
List of Sports Illustrated Resorts amenities
Expected to open in 2028, the Tuscaloosa resort will include:
- Six-story tower with 75 whole-ownership condominiums
- Six-story tower with 86 vacation ownership units, connected by a central lobby
- Access to an exclusive owner’s lounge with stadium-style seating for immersive watch parties, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and elevated pool deck amenities
- Retail and public-facing gathering spaces, including indoor/outdoor bars, a game lounge, and a coffee bar
“With one of the most iconic programs in college sports and a fan base that defines game day culture, Tuscaloosa is a natural fit for Sports Illustrated Resorts. This groundbreaking represents an important milestone as we expand into premier sports markets and create destinations where guests don’t just watch sports — they’re part of the experience.”
Geoff Richards, chief operating officer at Travel + Leisure Co.
Sports Illustrated Resorts is operated by Travel + Leisure Co. under a license from Authentic Brands Group. Other announced Sports Illustrated Resorts sites are located in Baton Rouge, Nashville, and Chicago. The Tuscaloosa site is the first collegiate development built from the ground up.
To learn more about Sports Illustrated Resorts, visit www.sportsillustratedresorts.com. You can follow Sports Illustrated Resorts on Instagram.
