The Hotel Stockton was built in 1910 on a parcel of land known as "Weber Hold" at the head of the Stockton Channel. Architect Edgar B. Brown drew the plans for the building, which was to become the first re-enforced concrete structure in the Central Valley.

Construction began on July 13, 1909, and was opened on May 25, 1910. $500,000.00 was spent to erect this structure, which contained 252 rooms, 200 with private bath, and a magnificent roof garden with fountain and pergola. The rooms were available to guests at a cost of $2.00 with bath, $1.00 without. The current project carries a hefty price tag of $25 million, though the developers are eligible for federal tax credits up to $14 million.

Once, the Hotel Stockton, a six-story mission revival building, was considered one of the area's most upscale gathering places. Located on the valley's waterfront, it featured rooftop dancing and an elegant atmosphere. After the hotel shut down, the County occupied much of the property, since the County courthouse across the street was slated for demolition. In 1992, the County vacated the structure, moving into new facilities. The property fell apart nearly a decade ago, and has been vacant since.