A new hospitality experience is arriving in Plano’s Legacy corridor this spring. The Clara Hotel, a fully reimagined hotel located at 8201 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75024, is set to open in Q2 2026 following an extensive renovation and brand transformation.
The property, formerly operated as a NYLO hotel, was acquired in August 2025 by NewcrestImage, a Dallas-based family office investment firm with an extensive portfolio of hospitality and real estate assets across the United States. Known for repositioning and developing distinctive hotel properties, the firm is transforming the property through a comprehensive redesign while maintaining its affiliation with Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, Hilton’s full-service lifestyle division known for its independent spirit and distinctive food and beverage experiences. The Clara Hotel introduces an entirely new identity, aesthetic and guest experience.
“We saw an opportunity to thoughtfully transform this property into something that feels deeply connected to its surroundings and to today’s traveler,” said Mehul Patel, Managing Partner at NewcrestImage. “The Clara Hotel represents our commitment to creating places that are not only beautifully designed, but intentionally experienced. From the materials and textures to the programming and hospitality approach, every element is being reimagined to deliver something distinctive for this market.”
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A Warmer, Design-Forward Identity
The Clara Hotel draws inspiration from natural textures, layered light and organic materials, introducing wood finishes, refined paneling, greenery and a softer, more welcoming palette throughout guest rooms and public spaces. Guest rooms are being repainted and redesigned to create a warmer, more residential feel, anchored by tactile materials and calming tones.
With 176 total guest rooms—including eight suites ranging from Junior Suites to One-Bedroom and Presidential Suites—the hotel is designed to serve both business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, intention and a sense of ease.
The brand philosophy centers on presence, connection and restoration, shaping an environment where design slows the pace and hospitality feels attentive without being overstated.
Field & Vine and The Library
The Clara Hotel will introduce two distinct new hospitality concepts:
Field & Vine, the hotel’s reimagined restaurant, will offer an approachable yet elevated dining experience designed for both guests and locals.
The Library, a newly transformed space within the hotel, will operate as a library-inspired lounge by day and an intimate, reservation-only speakeasy Thursday through Saturday evenings.
What was previously a multifunctional gathering space is being fully redesigned into this layered, mood-driven concept, bringing a refined evening energy to the property while maintaining the hotel’s overall sense of calm.
Revitalized Courtyard and Event Spaces
The hotel’s heated outdoor pool remains a central feature, complemented by a refreshed patio and courtyard experience. While the pool itself is intimate in scale, the surrounding 4,000-square-foot outdoor courtyard is being enhanced with new landscaping, turf and flexible seating, creating a versatile venue for events and gatherings of up to 300 guests.
Indoor meeting spaces include:
A 792-square-foot meeting room (capacity up to 50)
A 598-square-foot meeting room (capacity up to 30)
Two boardrooms accommodating 10 and 4 guests respectively
These flexible spaces position The Clara Hotel as both a retreat and a gathering place, suited for corporate meetings, private celebrations and curated social events.
A Prime Plano–Frisco Location
Located in Plano’s Legacy corridor, just minutes from Frisco’s retail, dining and entertainment destinations, the hotel offers convenient access to North Texas’ most dynamic business and lifestyle hubs. Though technically a Plano address, the property sits near the Plano–Frisco border and benefits from proximity to both communities.
While the building remains part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, nearly every guest-facing element, from interiors and food and beverage to service approach and brand positioning, has been reimagined under new ownership.
The Clara Hotel will officially welcome guests in Q2 2026.
