SECAUCUS, NJ—Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc., which is based in Stamford, CT, will open a new Aloft brand hotel in Secaucus.

The hotelier says it plans to open Aloft Secaucus, owned by Sun Development and Management, in mid-2016. The 172-room hotel will open within the Plaza at Harmon Meadow.

"Aloft Secaucus will draw both visitors and local professionals who will appreciate the hotel's modern, urban design and vibrant social scene as well as its proximity to New York City," says Brian McGuinness, senior vice president, specialty select brands for Starwood Hotels. "Aloft is always on the forefront of new markets, fueled by the enthusiasm of savvy travelers across the globe."

The eight-story hotel will feature 3,000 square feet of meeting space, an indoor Splash pool and a fitness center.

"Aloft Secaucus will be an exciting, new addition to the Plaza at Harmon Meadow and will help accelerate the brand's rapid expansion in dynamic markets across North America," said Allison Reid, senior vice president of America Development for Starwood. "We're seeing strong owner and developer interest in Aloft, given its following by savvy travelers and flexibility for mixed-use developments."