The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians plans to break ground on a new hotel in Highland, California, this year.

The 110-room Hampton Inn & Suites is considered to be the first hotel in Highland. The city has some motels.

The hotel is part of the tribe's diversification strategy. The tribe is a partner in hotels in Washington, D.C., and in Sacramento.

San Manuel Chairman Deron Marquez said the tribe needs to turn to other businesses due to the uncertainty surrounding gaming.

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