Hotel Woodland, Woodland, California
historic place
The Hotel Woodland, in Woodland, California, Yolo County, is a historic place. Completed in 1928, this four-story building was designed by prominent Bay Area architect W. H. Weeks. It features a Spanish Colonial Revival architectural style, characterized by its detailed design. Local businessmen funded the hotel's construction to provide upscale accommodations in Woodland, then Yolo County's most populous city. The hotel originally offered 80 guest rooms and served as a primary location for important community events and gatherings. After decades, the property fell into disrepair. In 1997, a multi-million dollar renovation began. This project meticulously preserved its architecture and converted upper floors to affordable housing. Notably, it was the first building globally to use NASA-designed earthquake shock absorbers. Today, the Historic Hotel Woodland serves as a banquet and event facility. This site is historically important for its architecture, its community role, and its adaptive reuse.