Westcourt DTO @ Kia Center – Downtown Orlando’s Next Landmark Destination

Jason Wade, Founder NinjaAI • August 27, 2025


Table of Contents


Introduction – Orlando’s Next Landmark Destination

Westcourt Orlando at a Glance

Why It Matters for Downtown Orlando

Hotel, Residential, and Event Spaces

Office Space & Rooftop Amenities

Retail, Dining, and Entertainment

Green Space and Community Features

Timeline & Economic Impact

How NinjaAI Would Market a Project Like This

Conclusion

FAQs


1. Introduction – Orlando’s Next Landmark Destination


Downtown Orlando is about to experience a transformation. Westcourt Orlando, a 900,000-square-foot sports and entertainment district, is rising next to the Kia Center, bringing together luxury hospitality, residential living, office space, retail, and entertainment in a single, dynamic hub.


2. Westcourt Orlando at a Glance


260-key Kimpton lifestyle hotel

270 high-rise residential units

3,500-capacity live events venue

200K–300K sq ft Class A office space

125K sq ft retail and dining

1.5-acre “urban living room” green space

1,140+ on-site parking spaces


3. Why It Matters for Downtown Orlando


This project will draw residents, tourists, businesses, and event-goers year-round, energizing the city’s sports and cultural district and fueling long-term economic growth.


4. Hotel, Residential, and Event Spaces


The Kimpton hotel offers premium guest experiences with meeting and conference facilities, while the residences aboveprovide skyline views and high-end amenities. The 3,500-person venue will host concerts, galas, and special events, making Westcourt a true entertainment destination.


5. Office Space & Rooftop Amenities


With up to 300,000 sq ft of office space—30% already pre-leased—Westcourt is set to become a hub for forward-thinking companies. A rooftop event space offers panoramic city views.


6. Retail, Dining, and Entertainment


The retail district will combine boutique shops, dining concepts, and flagship brands. This mix ensures a steady flow of locals and tourists, day and night.


7. Green Space and Community Features


The 1.5-acre urban green will host farmers’ markets, yoga classes, outdoor movies, and more—serving as a social heart for residents and visitors.


8. Timeline & Economic Impact


City approval: April 2024

Construction start: Late 2025

Opening: Early 2027–2028

Economic output: $360M+ annually, 5,000+ construction jobs, 3,000+ permanent jobs


9. How NinjaAI Would Market a Project Like This


For a high-profile project, NinjaAI’s approach would be:


AI SEO & GEO for dominating local and national searches.

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) so ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity reference the project in relevant searches.

AI-generated visuals and immersive 3D renders for social media and PR.

Localized content targeting “Orlando mixed-use developments,” “office space near Kia Center,” “luxury Orlando apartments,” and similar micro-searches.


10. Conclusion


Westcourt Orlando isn’t just a building—it’s a vision for the future of downtown. By combining diverse spaces into one cohesive development, it sets the stage for a more vibrant, connected Orlando.


11. FAQs


Q: Who is developing Westcourt Orlando?

A: JMA Ventures, Machete Group, the DeVos family, with Kimpton Hotels as hospitality partner.


Q: When will it open?

A: Between early 2027 and 2028.


Q: How large is the project?

A: Approximately 900,000 square feet across hospitality, residential, office, retail, and public space.

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