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COLUMBIA, Mo. - PennZone -- InterMountain Management is pleased to announce the opening of Tru by Hilton Columbia South owned by Discovery Capital LLC. This property represents InterMountain's first Tru by Hilton hotel under management and marks an important milestone for the company. The opening also advances the vision of Discovery Park, a mixed-use development designed to reflect how people truly live, work, and play. Conveniently located just five minutes from everything yet miles beyond the ordinary, Discovery Park welcomes Tru by Hilton as its newest addition—an ideal brand fit that delivers a consistent, vibrant guest experience at an affordable price.

Conveniently situated just off Highway 63 and Discovery Parkway, the new hotel is approximately 10 minutes from the University of Missouri and Downtown Columbia. The team is excited to introduce this distinctive 131-room hotel to the South Columbia area. Tru by Hilton Columbia South offers thoughtfully designed guest rooms that are minimal yet highly functional, featuring ample storage, multiple device-charging options, a mobile desk, and bright, spacious bathrooms with everything within easy reach.

The vibrant lobby serves as a welcoming social hub, offering cozy and colorful workspaces with comfortable seating for both relaxation and productivity. Guests can also enjoy a variety of fun, interactive games, including foosball, pool, and a selection of board games—perfect for connecting with friends or fellow travelers.

Guests are invited to start each day with a complimentary hot breakfast, including Tru's signature pancake bar with a wide selection of toppings. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary parking. The hotel is also pet-friendly, welcoming both dogs and cats (fees apply).

Columbia native General Manager Kristina Bowlin leads the team with a wealth of local and hospitality knowledge emphasizing the Tru by Hilton Core Principles of being Simplified, Spirited and Grounded in Value. "We're excited to welcome guests with thoughtful design, warm hospitality, and a genuine connection to the local culture. This opening represents our commitment to creating memorable stays while supporting local partners and jobs," said Bowlin.

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Photo by William James Photography. Tru Columbia South is located at 4401 Ponderosa Street, Columbia, MO 65201. For more information or reservations, call (573) 554-1996 or visit www.Hilton.com.

About Discovery Capital LLC

Discovery Capital LLC is a Missouri-based real estate development firm focused on creating places that support long-term growth, economic opportunity, and everyday life. In South Columbia, Discovery is leading the development of Discovery Park, a thoughtfully planned mixed-use district designed to bring together hospitality, housing, employment, and community-serving amenities in one connected place.

Discovery Park reflects a simple but ambitious vision: support new jobs, create new places to live, and build destinations where people can work, gather, and do life together. The development is intentionally positioned to complement Columbia's growth while preserving access, livability, and long-term value for the community. As Discovery Park continues to take shape, Discovery Capital LLC remains committed to investing in projects that strengthen Columbia's economy and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike, including through this new partnership with InterMountain Management.

For more information about Discovery Park and future development plans, visit www.tourdiscovery.com.

About InterMountain

InterMountain Hotels, a leading hospitality company, is family-owned and operated with a nationwide portfolio of over 100 hotels comprised primarily of extended-stay and select-service. Dewey Weaver founded InterMountain approximately 43 years ago, and since then has pursued a strategy of steady, consistent growth through development and ownership of high-quality, premium-branded hotels. With Dewey actively involved in all aspects of a business of a thousand details, InterMountain continues to focus on what has contributed to its success: taking great care of their employees and guests, and building strong, long-term relationships with owners and hotel brands.

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Since inception, InterMountain has expanded to offer a wide range of third-party services by experienced, in-house teams. These services include hotel management, development services, revenue strategy, sales, digital strategy, and renovation/design/procurement.

InterMountain has built and/or renovated over 200 properties nationwide, with a pipeline of 20+ hotels in various stages of development or repositioning. For more on InterMountain Hotels, third-party services, or to view hotel locations, visit www.immhotels.com.

About Tru by Hilton

Tru by Hilton is a game-changing hotel brand with 330 open locations across the Americas and Vietnam, providing guests with a consistent, fun experience at an affordable price. Spirited, simplified and grounded in value, Tru by Hilton is designed for cross-generational appeal. Intuitively designed modern guestrooms feature rolling desks, oversized windows for natural light and bright, spacious bathrooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary hot breakfast at the Top It breakfast bar, featuring a signature automatic pancake maker. Premium snacks, light meal options and single-serve wine and beer (at most locations) are available for purchase at the 24/7 Eat. & Sip. market. Experience a positive stay at Tru by Hilton by booking at trubyhilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Tru by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/trubyhilton, and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram.