The Ellison Hotel


As Marriott International’s first Tribute Portfolio property in Oklahoma, The Ellison embodies the brand’s commitment to locally inspired, independent hospitality.
Named in honor of renowned Oklahoma author Ralph Ellison, The Ellison is a stylish 120-room boutique hotel located in the heart of Oklahoma City’s Triangle at Classen Curve, a vibrant neighborhood known for its unique shops and restaurants.
Wallace Design Collective provided structural engineering services for the five-story, 75,000 square foot hotel. The project features a rooftop swimming pool and bar, a 24-hour fitness center, 7,000 square feet of flexible meeting space – including a ballroom and a library lounge – a market and Milo, a signature restaurant helmed by Top Chef finalist Chef Josh Valentine.
photography: ©Mel Willis
2022 Associated Builders and Contractors of Oklahoma – Excellence in Construction Award in Interior Millwork: Over $1 Million
2024 Urban Land Institute Oklahoma – Impact Awards Large Scale Development