The Junto
Rockbridge and Makeready Announce Opening for The Junto
Rockbridge and Makeready are proud to announce The Junto will open May 2023 in Columbus, Ohio and is now welcoming reservations. Known for its vibrant art scene, expanding tech industry and historical contributions, Columbus is undergoing an energetic transformation. Beginning in May, Ohio's capital city will welcome its first independent lifestyle hotel to match its innovative energy.
The Junto is designed from the ground up to serve as a hub to bring people together within the Columbus community producing an inventive meeting place for locals and travelers alike. The new destination with a variety of restaurants and bars and distinct accommodations will provide a warm welcome with its 198 creatively designed rooms and suites with unexpected touches.
Rockbridge CEO and Founder of Makeready, Jimmy Merkel is bringing this new concept to his beloved hometown. As the visionary behind Makeready - the hospitality company that concepts, manages, and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel and restaurant brands, Merkel has led the placemaking of award-winning lifestyle and luxury hotels in discerning cities such as Charleston, Savannah, Nashville, Denver, Dallas and now Columbus.