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Latest signing joins more than 15 Hilton Garden Inn hotels either trading or under development in the Middle East
Doha & McLean, VA - Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) today announced the signing of a management agreement with Universal Management Group to open the mid-market Hilton Garden Inn Doha C Ring Road. Set to open in 2018, the hotel is located in Qatar's capital, Doha and once open will join Hilton Garden Inn hotels already operating in the UAE and KSA.
"As one of the world's commercial capitals, Doha is a key market for our growing presence in the Middle East, with its continuously evolving visitor offering and infrastructure. Today's signing underlines our commitment to providing greater choice in the Middle East through a multi-brand growth strategy underpinned by strong brands and the best management practices," said Carlos Khneisser, vice president, development, Middle East & North Africa, Hilton Worldwide.
Hilton Garden Inn Doha C Ring Road will feature 138 guest rooms offering signature bedding, a health club and outdoor swimming pool. Dining options include an all-day dining restaurant, a lobby cafe, a bar and 24-hour Pavilion Pantry. Guests will also have access to a business centre, complimentary Wi-Fi and meeting space. The hotel will be located on the city's prominent C Ring Road, placing it in a prime location with easy access to business and commercial centres, as well as Hamad International Airport.
Abdel Rahman Nasrallah, CEO, Universal Management Group said: "Qatar is more connected to global markets than ever before and, with an increasingly diversified guest demographic, we are presented with a major opportunity for Universal Management Group to cater to growing numbers of guests seeking affordable options. Hilton Worldwide is the natural partner for us to accommodate this wider variety of demands, with the Hilton Garden Inn brand now firmly established in the Middle East as a first choice for global travellers."
With the Qatar tourism industry expected to reach $7.2 billion by 2025, based on forecasts of four million visitors by 2020[1], Doha has built an attractive business and leisure tourism offering, supported by Qatar Airways' global connectivity to 170 destinations worldwide. Qatar's capital city, Doha, has recently seen a huge investment in its transportation network, with the opening of a new international airport and the development of a new metro rail system.
Hilton Worldwide currently has two hotels operating in Qatar, with a further seven hotels under development, including AlRayyan Hotel Doha, a part of the Curio collection, which is due to open in late 2016.
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Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprised of more than 4,600 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties with more than 758,000 rooms in 100 countries and territories. For 96 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes 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, Tru 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®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn and Instagram.
[1] Qatar Tourism Authority
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