Chumash Tribe closes deal on purchase of hotel

Wednesday, February 7, 2007  

The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has closed escrow on the purchase of a hotel in Solvang, California.

The tribe did not disclose the purchase price of the Royal Scandinavian Inn. The three-story, 133-room hotel is the largest in Solvang.

The tribe plans to renovate the facility, which includes a restaurant and bar, to give it an entirely new look. There are no plans to have the site placed in trust.

Get the Story:
Chumash close escrow on Royal Scandinavian Inn (The Lompoc Record 2/7)

Relevant Links:
Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians - http://www.santaynezchumash.org

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