PENANG,
Malaysia and McLEAN,
Va., /PRNewswire/ -- Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:
HLT) today announced the signing of a management agreement with
Pinnacle Nexus Sdn. Bhd. (a member of Cornerstone Partners) to open
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang. Located in the northern beach
area of Penang near
the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, DoubleTree by Hilton
Penang Resort will add to the existing pipeline of five hotels
in Malaysia where
Hilton Worldwide currently operates six hotels under the Hilton and
DoubleTree by Hilton brands.
"We
are very pleased to be working with a well-respected partner such
as Pinnacle Nexus to introduce the DoubleTree by Hilton brand
to Penang.
The signing of this agreement underscores our commitment to
developing Hilton Worldwide's portfolio of brands
in Malaysia.
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang will be a tremendous addition to
the brand's rapidly-expanding global portfolio across six
continents and at the same time, bolster the country's tourism
profile to attract more travelers to Malaysia,"
said Andrew
Clough, senior vice president of
development, Middle
East & Asia
Pacific, Hilton Worldwide.
Penang is
one of the top three economic centers amongst the states
of Malaysia,
as the country's manufacturing hub for major international
high-tech electronics companies. Well known for being a tourist
destination, Penang has
tremendous potential as it continues to develop its MICE
infrastructure as well as medical tourism offerings.
The
existing hotel building will undergo an extensive refurbishment of
its public areas, as well as rooms and suites before joining
DoubleTree by Hilton's fast-growing global collection of more than
415 hotels and resorts in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and
vacation destinations around the world. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton
Penang will become the brand's third property in Malaysia when
it opens in 2016, joining DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur and
DoubleTree by Hilton Johor Bahru.
"We
are excited to announce yet another DoubleTree by Hilton hotel
in Malaysia,
extending our presence in one of our key markets,"
said John
Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "Every aspect
of this hotel is being thoughtfully designed to ensure our guests
enjoy a world-class experience throughout their stay. We look
forward to welcoming guests at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton
Penang with our DoubleTree hospitality and service culture which
begins with a warm chocolate chip cookie presented to every guest
at check-in."
Set
into a hillside, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang will feature
318 rooms and suites, each with its own balcony. Most of the rooms
and suites will offer impressive views of the sea. The resort will
have three restaurant and bar options including an all-day dining
outlet, a lobby bar and a café. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
will have meetings and events facilities including a ballroom and
four function spaces covering an area of more than 1,300 square
meters. Other facilities include a gym, an outdoor pool and
children's recreational area.
"We
are honored to partner with Hilton Worldwide to introduce the
world-class brand of DoubleTree by Hilton toPenang.
Leveraging the expertise of a truly global, award-winning
hospitality company combined with strong local market expertise, we
firmly believe that DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang will further
enhance the international appeal of Penang as
a tourist and business destination," said Jason
Chong, Director of Pinnacle Nexus Sdn. Bhd., a member of
Cornerstone Partners.
Conveniently situated along Jalan Batu Ferringhi, a popular beach
destination in Penang,
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang is approximately 15 kilometers
from George
Town which is renowned for its old world charm due to
the rich historical architectural and cultural townscape. The
resort has easy access to Batu Ferringhi's recreational, dining and
nightlife offerings and its immediate vicinity features the
420-meter coastline of Miami
Beach.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
With a
fast-growing, global collection of more than 415 upscale hotels in
gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across
six continents, every little thing we do at DoubleTree by Hilton
inspires us to create a rewarding experience for our hotel guests,
our Team Members and the communities we proudly serve. Our
hospitality begins with a warm chocolate chip cookie welcome upon
arrival and continues with the award-winning Hilton HHonors guest
loyalty program, an array of fine services and amenities and our
longstanding CARE Culture tradition that empowers Team Members to
provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the
traveler feel human again.
To
make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may
visit our brand website atwww.doubletree.com. Social media
users may connect with us at www.facebook.com/doubletree,www.twitter.com/doubletree and www.youtube.com/doubletreehotels.
For the latest news, story starters and fact sheets about our
brand, reporters and bloggers may visit our DoubleTree by Hilton
Global Media Center atnews.doubletree.com.
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton
Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company,
spanning the lodging sector from luxury and full-service hotels and
resorts to extended-stay suites and focused-service hotels. For 95
years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its
tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's
portfolio of twelve world-class global brands is comprised of more
than 4,350 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and
timeshare properties, with more than 720,000 rooms in 94 countries
and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf
Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy
by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton,
Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by
Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and
Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning
customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for
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CONTACTS:
Audrey
Wong
Hilton Worldwide – Asia
Pacific
+65 6833 9763
[email protected]
Christine
Miller
Hilton Worldwide
+1 901 374 6462
[email protected]