A new, first of its kind in the Midwest hotel is coming to Westdale in Cedar Rapids.

The Tru by Hilton hotel will sit right off Williams Boulevard at 3900 Westdale Parkway SW. A groundbreaking will be held September 13.

The Tru by Hilton brand of hotels started earlier this year. They feature things like digital key entry, the ability to check in through an app, and something called "The Hive." That's an open concept area in the lobby with separate spaces to work, lounge, eat, and play. The modern guest rooms also focus on social connectivity.

The hotel offers breakfast, a fitness center, 150 channels through DIRECTV and Wi-Fi.

Westdale's general manager says the development is bringing this type of hotel to Cedar Rapids because it appeals to business and leisure travelers.

A representaive with Hilton says it chose Cedar Rapids because of the excitement surrounding the redevelopment of Westdale.

The hope is to open the hotel by fall 2017.