the FRED ROBERTS

The Center of Town

The old Fred Roberts Hotel sits at the heart of downtown Dublin, next door to the historic Theatre Dublin and surrounded by the new Bicentennial Plaza. Constructed in 1926 as a project of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, the building saw its first golden era from 1920s through the 1950s, when it was known as the finest hotel between Macon and Savannah. A long decline in use led to the abandonment of its upper floors by the 1980's.

Beginning in the mid-2000s, however, the Nichols Company began an ambitious $2.5 million renovation project. Completed in 2011, the renovation effort redesigned the interior into a mixed-use complex with retail, professional, and residential condominiums, while preserving the buildings original heart pine floors, terrazo-clad lobby, numerous brick archways, and exterior architectural details.

The building's balcony and plentiful windows provide beautiful views of historic downtown Dublin, including the 1906 Dublin Carnegie Library, Dublin City Hall, historic Theatre Dublin, First Baptist Church, and Morris Bank's Founder's Park.

Early Art Deco Architecture

The Fred Roberts is an early example of Art Deco architecture, mixed with eclectic European and Egyptian influences. Designed by architect C.W. Shieverton, the building features two towers flanking a recessed central tower with a second-floor balcony. Narrow vertical columns, or pilasters, separate the rows of windows. The monolithic red brick façade was built by local master brick masons using local clay. Its geometric brickwork and unusual architectural details make the Fred Roberts one of Dublin's most distinctive historic buildings. The exterior features several architectural designs that are unique to Dublin. Three basket-handle arches, handmade by Dublin master brick mason Driscoll Larsen, adorn the front entrance. In the center of each of the building's three front sections are groups of ornamental Tudor arches.

Look higher and you'll find even more distinctive details. A large second-floor balcony was designed for outdoor parties and as a perch for viewing downtown parades. Near the top of the building on each side are two Egyptian sarcophagi, stone representations of mummy-holding coffins. These were used as symbols of new birth and everlasting life. At the top of each side of the center section are two shields, which carry no emblems. At the very top of the center section, the building bears the inscription: 1926 Hotel Fred Roberts.

The building's façade also incorporates geometric brick patterns and numerous mummy mask motifs. Together, these details reflect the Fred Roberts' unusual blend of Art Deco, Tudor, European, and Egyptian influences. The Fred Roberts represents one of Georgia's earliest examples of Art Deco eclecticism and rewards a closer look at its craftsmanship and architectural details.

First Floor

Enjoy free Wi-Fi in the Fred Roberts' lobby, with fireplace, seating, and artwork by local artists. The Fred's outdoor area is pet friendly and the perfect spot to people watch in Downtown Dublin.

J. Keyton Salon | Suite 100

A locally owned hair salon and beauty studio offering professional hair services, including cuts, styling, and color, in a modern downtown setting. Owner Jason Keyton has operated the salon since 2009.

Emerald Ease | Suite 101

A locally owned massage therapy practice offering therapeutic massage, pain relief, stretching, prenatal, warm stones, cupping, couples massage, and corporate chair massage. Emerald Ease opened in 2021 and is owned by Andrea Craft.

Pure Water Concepts | Suite 102

Wallace Miller | Suite 104

Downtown Dublin Development Authority | Suite 107

The Downtown Dublin Development Authority works to strengthen and promote Downtown Dublin through historic preservation, redevelopment, business support, public spaces, and downtown events. The Dublin DDA Economic Development office of Jason Keyton is based in the historic Fred Roberts Building.

Deep South Financial | Suite 106 & 108

Rural Capital | Suite 109

Pure Water Concepts | Suite 111

Second Floor

Kight Law Offices | Suite 200

Mother-and-son attorneys Emily Kight and Joshua Kight provide legal services through their downtown Dublin office, with a focus on real estate law and transactions. Together, they bring a family-centered approach and local perspective to their practice.

Greenstate Title & Escrow | Suite 201

Greenstate Title & Escrow provides title and escrow services for real estate transactions. The company is an American Land Title Association member and has been a member since 2022.

Foster Development Company | Suite 202

Third & Fourth Floors

Private Residences

The third and fourth floors are home to private residential condominiums, giving the historic Fred Roberts a mix of residential, professional, and commercial life in the heart of Downtown Dublin.

For information about available retail, professional, or residential spaces within the Fred Roberts, contact Premier Properties of Dublin, GA!