Doubletree Hotels, Suites, Resorts Franchise News

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul Downtown Now Welcoming Travelers to Minnesota’s Twin Cities
May 23, 2012 // Franchising.com // ST. PAUL, Minn. - DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of a upscale, full service hotel in the heart of downtown St. Paul's thriving retail and business district, just miles from Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport, blocks from the St. Paul River Centre Convention Complex and ten miles from the Minneapolis Convention Center.
The 251-room DoubleTree by Hilton St. Paul Downtown is located in one of the largest business and government corridors of the Twin City area. Offering many indoor skyway connections to numerous state, federal and corporate offices, the hotel is easily accessible to the Minnesota State Capitol, Minnesota Historical Center, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, Saint Paul - RiverCentre Complex, Mall of America/IKEA, Minneapolis Convention Center, Hubert H...

Completely Renovated DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport Now Welcoming Travelers to One Of Arizona’s Largest Cities
TUCSON, Ariz. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of an upscale full-service, all-suite hotel, situated near Tucson International Airport (TUS) and just minutes from downtown Tucson and the University of Arizona.
The 204-room DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport, is located in one of the largest business corridors of the Valley of the Sun, near many Fortune 500 companies, including Raytheon, Intuit and IBM. The hotel is easily accessible to the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, the Arizona Air National Guard, University Medical Center, Diamond’s Children Medical Center and the Tucson Electric Park/Kino Sports Complex...

DoubleTree by Hilton London-Victoria Becomes 16th UK Hotel to Join Fast-Growing Brand in the Hilton Worldwide Portfolio.
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced a fifth London property to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing, upscale, full-service hotel brands. The DoubleTree by Hilton London-Victoria is conveniently located opposite London Victoria Station – historically known as the starting point for the legendary Orient Express and a central hub of public transportation that provides travellers with convenient access to Gatwick Express, National Rail service to the Southwest and London Underground service to all of Greater London. Major attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Soho, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace are all within walking distance...

Latest Hotel Addition Creates Dual Strategic Milestones for Hilton Worldwide as the Tenth DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and the First Hilton Worldwide Franchised Property in China
SHANGHAI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton, Shanghai-Pudong – the tenth hotel to open in China as part of the fast-growing, upscale hotel brand within the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of hotels. The 850-room, two-tower, iconic hotel complex soars majestically 47 storeys over the Shanghai’s Pudong New Area and offers convenient access to Shanghai New International Exposition Center (SNIEC), Shanghai Central Business District and the Shanghai High-Speed Maglev Train to Pudong International Airport...

Completion of Multi-Million-Dollar Hotelwide Refurbishment Project Creates Premier Lodging and Conference Venue in Popular Northwest Philadelphia Suburb
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of its sixth Philadelphia area hotel – the DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia–Valley Forge. Situated amid nine acres of lush landscaping and within minutes of many Fortune 500 companies, the 327-room hotel is centrally situated across the street from the King of Prussia Mall – the East Coast’s largest shopping destination – and within easy reach of Greater Philadelphia’s business, historic and cultural destinations, including nearby legendary Valley Forge National Historical Park...

DoubleTree by Hilton Portland Maine Celebrates New Name and New Look With Completion of $3.7 Million Hotelwide Renovation
PORTLAND, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of a newly renovated, upscale full-service hotel in Portland, Maine. The 219-room DoubleTree by Hilton Portland Maine, is situated directly off the Maine Turnpike, just two miles from the Portland International Jetport (PWM) and directly across from The Maine Mall, one of northern New England’s largest shopping malls. An architectural landmark in the region, known for its dual iconic circular towers, is within minutes of downtown Portland’s business and leisure attractions including the city’s Art District, historic Portland Head Light Lighthouse, the Victoria Mansion, and Old Orchard Beach with its legendary 500-foot pier stretching over the Atlantic Ocean...

DoubleTree by Hilton Panama City Welcome World’s Travelers to Latin America Gateway City and Upscale Hotel Brand’s Fast-Growing Global Hotel Collection
PANAMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton announces one of its newest Latin American hotel destinations -- the DoubleTree by Hilton Panama City. Located just steps from historic El Carmen Church between modern Panama City and The Old City, the newly transformed, 213-room hotel is situated along the Via España, just 20 minutes from Tocumen International Airport and 10 miles from the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal, within walking distance of the city’s premier dining, shopping, casinos and business centers.
Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, said, “DoubleTree by Hilton is delighted to continue expansion of our Latin American presence by introducing another rewarding hotel experience with the DoubleTree by Hilton Panama City...

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Saltillo Represents One of Several DoubleTree by Hilton Hotels and Resorts Opening Soon Across Latin America.
SALTILLO, Mexico--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of its second Mexican hotel in the historic city of Saltillo, Coahuila, Mexico. The 125-suite DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Saltillo is centrally situated just five minutes from Plan de Guadalupe International Airport and ten minutes from the city center of Saltillo – within easy reach of Saltillo’s business and leisure destinations. Formerly an American Suites hotel, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Saltillo is celebrating its new affiliation with an array of new product, service and design enhancements throughout the property to welcome the world’s travelers to a city affectionately referred to as the “Athens of Mexico...

DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC-Silver Spring Celebrates New Name, Look and Feel Inspired by One of Montgomery County’s Revitalized City Centers.
SILVER SPRING, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the addition of its tenth hotel location in Washington DC-Baltimore area – the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC-Silver Spring in Silver Spring, Maryland. Situated inside the Capital Beltway in the heart of a revitalized and thriving downtown Silver Spring shopping and entertainment district, the 248-room hotel is within walking distance of the AFI Silver Theater & Cultural Center, Live Nation’s new Fillmore Silver Spring, and the Silver Spring Metro Red Line station, which whisks travelers quickly and efficiently to downtown Washington, DC where the sights, sounds and wonders of the nation’s capital for business and leisure travelers await...

DoubleTree by Hilton Boston-North Shore to open in Q3 2012 following more than $10 million in renovations
Boston, MA (PRWEB) January 20, 2012 - Sage Hospitality and The Lightstone Group are pleased to announce the signing of a franchise license agreement with Hilton Worldwide for a new DoubleTree by Hilton hotel location in Danvers, Mass. Currently the CoCo Key Hotel & Water Resort – Boston, the property will become the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston-North Shore in late summer 2012, following more than $10 million in renovations.
The hotelwide renovation will include design and service upgrades throughout the hotel’s 366 guest rooms and suites, as well as extensive improvements to the 30,000 square feet of meeting space and public spaces...

Hotel Celebrates New Name with Multi-Million-Dollar Hotelwide Renovation
SANTA FE, N.M.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the addition of its latest hotel location in the Southwest U.S. – the DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Fe in New Mexico. Nestled along the base of the scenic Sangre de Cristo mountains in a UNESCO-designated City of Crafts, Folk Art and Design, the full-service, 130-room hotel is located within a fifteen-minute drive of New Mexico State University, the State Capitol, Ski Santa Fe, and historic Santa Fe Plaza which is surrounded by more than 200 galleries, restaurants and museums. Formerly a Holiday Inn, the DoubleTree by Hilton Santa Fe is celebrating its new affiliation with a stylish, multi-million-dollar hotel redesign project that will lead to an array of new product, service and design enhancements throughout the property in the coming months...

DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University Offers Outstanding Downtown Raleigh Location for Leisure and Business Travelers in the State Capital
RALEIGH, N.C.--December 14, 2011- (BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University in Raleigh, N.C. Located two blocks from both North Carolina State University and the Cameron Village Shopping Center with more than 100 shops and restaurants, the 190-room, full-service hotel is located less than one mile from the State Capitol, the Raleigh Convention Center, Glenwood South Entertainment District, Marbles Kids Museum, Museum of Natural Sciences, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts and numerous downtown Raleigh businesses...

Owners Unveil Plans For $16 Million Hotelwide Transformation
PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the conversion and official opening of the 465-room DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh-Green Tree in Pittsburgh, Pa., now the largest Pittsburgh-area hotel currently available to travelers within the Hilton Worldwide portfolio. The property team, designers, builders, owners and investors celebrated the hotel’s new name and new direction during a brand dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony this week; while showcasing the features of an upcoming $16 million renovation, design and renderings with local civic and business leaders and invited guests. Located minutes from downtown Pittsburgh and area attractions, renovation is expected to be complete by the end of 2012...

Extensive Hotelwide Renovation of Former Great Divide Lodge Brings First Worldwide, Full-Service Hotel Brand to Breckenridge
BRECKENRIDGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--One of the Rocky Mountains’ most popular hotel destinations begins their 2011-2012 winter season with new amenities, new upgrades and a new name. The former Great Divide Lodge has completed extensive refurbishments and upgrades to become the newly opened DoubleTree by Hilton Breckenridge -- the tenth DoubleTree by Hilton property in Colorado and the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel to be located adjacent to one of the world’s most renowned ski resorts. Situated directly across the street from Peak 9 of Breckenridge ski resort, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the 208-room, full-service hotel offers spectacular mountain views within a short walk of the Beaver Run SuperChair as well as historic Main Street Breckenridge, and the Arts District...

DoubleTree by Hilton Baton Rouge Offers Ideal Location for Business or Leisure within Minutes of Louisiana State University and All Area Attractions
BATON ROUGE, La.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the conversion of the Aspen Suites Hotel to the DoubleTree by Hilton Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge, La. Located just five miles from both downtown Baton Rouge and Louisiana State University’s legendary Tiger Stadium, the 127-room, 100% smoke-free hotel is located near the Shaw Center for the Arts, the Baton Rouge River Center, the Hollywood Casino Baton Rouge as well as access to regional airports and Gulf Coast attractions.
“From Baton Rouge to Beijing, this latest hotel opening continues to reinforce a steady pace of hotel developments and expansion for our brand and the world’s travelers – a wide-ranging portfolio of more than 260 hotels and resorts that now spans across five continents and 21 countries...

DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Cary Offers Convenient Location Within Minutes of Downtown Raleigh and North Carolina State University
CARY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the conversion of the Four Points by Sheraton Raleigh-Cary to the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Cary in Cary, N.C. Located midway between downtown Raleigh and Research Triangle Park, the 129-room, 100% smoke-free hotel is located in suburban Cary’s Crossroads Shopping Plaza within walking distance of retail stores, restaurants and entertainment and a short drive to North Carolina State University.
“Whether for business or pleasure, the primary mission at our wide-ranging worldwide collection of more than 260 DoubleTree by Hilton hotels and resorts is to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the today’s traveler feel human again”
“Whether for business or pleasure, the primary mission at our wide-ranging worldwide collection of more than 260 DoubleTree by Hilton hotels and resorts is to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the today’s traveler feel human again,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton...

Multi-Million-Dollar Hotel Renovation Project Underway to Create Rewarding Hotel Experience in the Heart of the City of Angels
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DoubleTree by Hilton has officially announced the signing of a franchise license agreement with 120 South Los Angeles Street Hotel Operator LLC for a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Currently the Kyoto Grand Hotel and Gardens, an extensive, multi-phase hotel renovation program is expected to begin in the coming weeks, with the 430-room property becoming the DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown in spring 2012. The hotel will be managed by Southern California-based Rim Hospitality and will be the largest hotel in the Hilton Worldwide portfolio serving the city’s downtown district...

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hilton Worldwide and Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) are pleased to announce the signing of a franchise license agreement for a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Breckenridge, Colorado. Currently the Great Divide Lodge, the hotel conversion project will proudly open as the DoubleTree by Hilton Breckenridge in late 2011 following refurbishment and upgrades. It will be the first DoubleTree by Hilton mountain resort hotel located just steps away from the ski lifts in the United States and the 14th DoubleTree by Hilton property in Colorado.

"DoubleTree by Hilton is excited to introduce another outstanding hotel project in Colorado, this time in Breckenridge – one of the world's most renowned Rocky Mountain destinations filled with four outstanding seasons of recreational fun," said Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton...

DoubleTree by Hilton Querétaro Expected to Open as Brand's First Hotel in Mexico in Q2 2011 MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Worldwide has signed a franchise development deal with GS Consorcio Hotelero S.A. de C.V. for the DoubleTree by Hilton Querétaro. The four-story, new-build property, scheduled to open in Q2 2011, is anticipated to be the first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel to open in Mexico, followed by additional locations opening later this year in Merida and Mexico City.

"The DoubleTree by Hilton Querétaro is another fine example of our efforts to expand the Hilton Worldwide portfolio of brands throughout Mexico," commented George Massa, vice president and managing director, development – Mexico, Hilton Worldwide...

Hilton Worldwide Continues Growth In Eastern Europe With Seven Hotels Now Operating or Under Development PLOIESTI, Romania--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hilton Worldwide is delighted to announce the signing of a franchise development agreement with SC Valdor SRL for a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Ploiesti, Romania. The hotel conversion project is located in a prominent position in the city and will proudly open as the DoubleTree by Hilton Ploiesti in 2011 following refurbishment and extensive upgrades.

DoubleTree by Hilton is planning to open three hotels in Romania within the coming year in Oradea, Bucharest and Ploiesti. The Ploiesti deal also represents the seventh Hilton Worldwide hotel across its portfolio of brands, either operating or under development in the country, under the Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton brands...