Doubletree by Hilton Arrives in Qingdao/Chengyang, China

Hilton Hotels Corporation (Hilton) is proud to announce the opening of the 320-room Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang in the Shandong Province of China.

This opening brings the number of Doubletree by Hilton hotels in China to three, illustrating the growth strategy Hilton is targeting for the Doubletree brand across the Asia Pacific region. The hotel is operated by Qingdao Sunkin Real Estate Group Co., Ltd and managed by Hilton Hotels Corporation.

Strategically located in the heart of the Chengyang District and only nine kilometres from Qingdao International Airport, the hotel is convenient for attractions such as the famous German influenced architecture of Qingdao, the Tsingtao international beer museum, local hot springs and an Olympic Sailing Centre, all making for a leisure or business stay with a difference. This newly redeveloped hotel features 24 suites and extensive meetings and events facilities designed to cater for up to 750 people. The hotel will offer business, leisure and MICE travellers the chance to experience the Doubletree approach to professional, relaxed and refreshing hospitality.

Speaking about the new hotel, Martin Rinck, President Asia Pacific – Hilton Hotels Corporation, commented: "We are delighted to announce the opening of Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang. The contemporary style, quality and versatility of the Doubletree by Hilton brand are proving to be popular features among travellers in China and this latest addition will enhance our portfolio of Hilton hotels in the country while symbolising our commitment to further expanding our presence across the Hilton Family of Hotels in Asia.”

The Doubletree by Hilton Experience

As one of the keystones to the Hilton Family of Hotels, Doubletree holds a longstanding tradition of providing distinctively designed properties that reflect the destination and surrounding area. Doubletree by Hilton believes in a set of business values, known as the Doubletree CARE culture, which makes their hotels a desirable place for employees to work and a satisfying place for travellers to stay, with the ultimate goal of creating positive, long-lasting memories for guests so that they will develop a strong emotional bond and loyalty for future travel. Other Doubletree by Hilton characteristic qualities include the warm worldwide welcome of the brand’s legendary chocolate chip cookie to every guest at check-in, the rewards of the prestigious Hilton HHonors® loyalty programme and a unique caring commitment to the communities in which they operate.

"We are truly proud to welcome the world’s travellers to the Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang. The hotel is an outstanding complement to our current Chinese collection of hotels in Beijing and Kunshan, as well as our two upcoming openings in Wuxi province and Shenyang within the coming year. This opening truly highlights the unique opportunity for owners and developers across China and the Asia Pacific region that may be interested in joining Doubletree and the Hilton Family of Hotels,” commented Rob Palleschi, global head of Doubletree Hotels.

Contemporary Design

All guest rooms are distinctively designed with a contemporary touch, together with an extensive range of modern conveniences and amenities for an exceptional experience. The 35-square-metre suites feature high-speed Internet access, a large LCD television and electric-powered shower curtains for guest comfort. Guests staying on the Executive Floor can further enjoy complimentary access to the executive lounge.

Superior Recreation and Delicious Dining Facilities

Sports and health enthusiasts will be delighted with the hotel’s spa facilities, indoor heated swimming pool, well equipped gymnasium and squash court. Unique to Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang is a 260 by 110 metre wide golf driving range where keen golfers can work on their swing before heading to some of the championship courses in the Shandong Province.

And as you would expect with a member of the Hilton Family, gourmands at the hotel will be spoilt for choice with the culinary offerings including the Riverside Cafe serving an international buffet daily or the Garden View Lounge providing a quiet space for guests who would like to retreat to a cosy corner for a drink. Guests can also experience top-quality seafood cooked in typical Shandong and Guangdong style at the Harbour Seafood Restaurant, and the HanJiang Korean Restaurant offers a taste of traditional Korea with its exquisite Korean dishes.

MICE facilities

Whether hosting a meeting or event for 2 to 750, the hotel’s meetings and events facilities can cater for every eventuality with a dedicated conference space situated on the second floor including a spectacular Grand Ballroom, multi-function hall and meeting rooms of various sizes. Guests can also make use of the private rooms adjacent to the Harbour Seafood Restaurant for more intimate meetings.

As with all Doubletree by Hilton hotels wireless Internet access and advanced audio and visual equipment are available in all public spaces.

Hotel Owners Look Forward to Long-Term Doubletree by Hilton Success

"We expect that the hotel’s convenient geographic location will enable it to quickly penetrate into both the local and foreign markets, invigorating the tourism industry in Shandong,” said Mr. Stefan Schmid, General Manager of the hotel.

Mr. Ma Jianping, Vice General Manager of Sunkin Group, the owners of the Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang, said: "Hilton’s strong reputation in the international hotel industry played a significant role in the decision to choose the group for this strategic alliance. We hope this co-operation will place Doubletree by Hilton as one of the leading hotels in Qingdao and raise the location’s popularity internationally by taking full advantage of Hilton’s global online reservation system and advanced management model.”

About Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang

Doubletree by Hilton, Qingdao/Chengyang is located at No. 220, 308 State Highway, Chengyang District, Qingdao, Shandong, China, 266107. The hotel’s phone number is +86 (0)532 8098 8888. For more information or to make a booking visit our website in Mandarin www.hilton.com.cn/doubletreeqingdao or website in English www.qingdaochengyang.doubletreebyhilton.com Reservations can also be made through your local travel professional or by phone on 800 820 0600 (China Toll free).

About Doubletree by Hilton Hotels

With a growing collection of contemporary, upscale accommodations in more than 200 gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations worldwide, Doubletree by Hilton hotels and resorts are distinctively designed properties that provide true comfort to today’s business and leisure travelers. From the millions of delighted hotel guests who are welcomed with the brand’s legendary, warm chocolate chip cookies at check-in to the advantages of the award-winning Hilton HHonors^® guest reward programme, each Doubletree guest receives a satisfying stay wherever their travels take them.

Doubletree is part of Hilton Hotels Corporation, a leading global hospitality company, with more than 3,300 hotels and 550,000 rooms in 77 countries and more than 130,000 team members worldwide. The company owns, manages or franchises some of the best known and highly regarded hotel brands including Hilton, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Doubletree, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Grand Vacations, Homewood Suites by Hilton, the Waldorf Astoria and the Waldorf Astoria Collection, as well as the recently launched Home2 Suites by Hilton. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors.

Hilton Hotels Corporation is an Official Sponsor of the U.S. Olympic Team, which will extend through the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Vancouver, the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in London, the 2010/2012 U.S. Paralympic Team and the 2011 U.S. Pan American Team.

The Hilton Family of Hotels adheres to founder Conrad Hilton’s philosophy that, "It has been, and continues to be, our responsibility to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.” The company put a name to its unique brand of service that has made it the best known and most highly regarded hotel company: be hospitable®. The philosophy is shared by all brands in the Hilton Family of Hotels, and is the inspiration for its overarching message of kindness and generosity.

For more information on the Hilton Family of Hotels, please visit www.hiltonfamily.com. For more information on Doubletree by Hilton, please visit www.doubletree.com.

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