Main Street and intersecting Grand Avenue are home to several restored historic buildings. He now operates them both.ĭowntown New Port Richey has preserved some historic buildings. Gunderson was the ideal choice – a few years earlier he had purchased and refurbished another grand hotel that had fallen on hard times – the 1883 Lakeside Inn in Mount Dora. They formed Friends of the Hacienda and Historic New Port Richey and the hotel was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996 during its period of decline.Įventually a successful hotelier, Jim Gunderson, took on the multi-year renovation project working with some state grants in an agreement with the city, which owned the property since 2004. (Photo: Bonnie Gross) The Hacienda Hotel is reborn
The view from the second floor public balcony at the Hacienda Hotel. But then several decades of decline followed, with the Hacienda becoming an adult congregate living facility and deteriorating into an eyesore.Įventually, it looked like the Hacienda Hotel’s next special event was a date with the wrecking ball. Through the first decades, the Hacienda thrived and was the place to have weddings, proms and special events in New Port Richey. With take out, delivery, dine in and a private room for large groups or meetings, we’ve got all your needs covered.The lobby of the Hacienda Hotel in New Port Richey with its original chandeliers. Come on in and hang with us, you’ll be part of the family in no time. We’re open 7 days a week with the exception of Easter, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day. We sponsor many local events and donate to numerous schools, organizations and charities because we understand the importance of giving back. Want to be in the loop on local happenings? Stop in for lunch at the Tower.Ī favorite spot for local law enforcement, fire and rescue as well as politicians, business owners, Tampa Bay area athletes, and area cultural organizations, Leaning Tower is definitely a business that is all about building community. Opened by Carl Serpe in 1977, Leaning Tower of Pizza is the oldest restaurant in Pasco County and a central hub of the community. A New Port Richey landmark that offers a full Italian menu, hand tossed New York style pizza, a gluten-free menu and a growing selection of craft beers.
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