Hilton Worldwide to open eight new Hampton by Hilton properties in Latin America

Latin America Expansion Announcement Follows Opening of Third Hampton by Hilton in Colombia

BOGOTA, Colombia and MCLEAN, Va., 2014-6-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of an agreement to open eight new Hampton by Hilton properties in Latin America, including four in Peru and four in Chile, making it the biggest development for the brand in the region in recent years. The agreement is a continuation of the partnership between Hilton Worldwide and Colombia-based Metro Hotels, which last week opened Hampton by Hilton Cali, Colombia.

“Peru and Chile have shown great potential in offering tourism and business opportunities,” said Ian Carter, president, global development, architecture and design, Hilton Worldwide. “This is a great time to expand Hilton Worldwide’s presence in these markets and we’re thrilled to continue our development efforts in Latin America with our partners at Metro Hotels.”

The first two hotels in the new agreement are expected to open in the early months of 2018 in Lima and Santiago and will join the brand’s recently opened hotels in Colombia – Hampton by Hilton Cartagena, Hampton by Hilton Barranquilla, and Hampton by Hilton Cali. Metro Hotels has three additional Hampton hotels in the pipeline throughout Colombia in: Valledupar, Yopal, & Bogota -Usaquen all slated to open in 2015. The company is actively working to add three more hotels to the pipeline in Bucaramanga, Medellin and another in Bogota,.

“Our intention is to continue our growth strategy in Latin American countries with stable and healthy economies, and position Hampton by Hilton as the most important brand for business travelers in the biggest and intermediate cities,” said Felipe Galeano, development manager, Metro Hotels.

Today’s announcement complements the recent opening of Hampton by Hilton Cali, showcasing the continuous interest in developing in the region. Located in Santa Teresita, in the West of Cali, the hotel overlooks the Rio Cali and is surrounded by several dining options. The 105 rooms feature free WiFi, 32-inch HDTV, a mini-refrigerator and modern amenities.

Currently, Hilton Worldwide has a portfolio of six hotels in Colombia, three in Peru and one in Chile and will continue to expand with 60 hotels in the pipeline throughout the region.

Read more about Hilton Worldwide and Hampton Hotels at http://news.hiltonworldwide.com and http://news.hampton.com/.

Contacts:
Dawn Ray
Hilton Worldwide
+1 901 374 5954
Dawn.Ray@hilton.com

Monica Hidalgo
Hilton Worldwide
+506 4032 3233
Monica.Hidalgo@hilton.com

About Hampton Hotels
The Hampton Hotels brand, including Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton, is Hilton Worldwide’s award-winning leader in the mid-priced hotel segment, serving value-conscious and quality-driven travelers. With over 1,900 properties totaling more than 188,000 rooms in 14 countries and territories, Hampton Hotels is part of Hilton Worldwide, a leading global hospitality company. All Hampton hotels offer comfortable surroundings and a friendly service culture, defined as “Hamptonality,” delivered by over 50,000 Team Members and supported by the 100% Hampton Guarantee®, reinforcing its commitment to providing excellent service to both business and leisure travelers alike. High-quality and consistent accommodations and amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and free hot breakfast, and the latest technology and innovations, such as multi-unit Power Cubes and the brand’s signature Clean and Fresh Hampton Bed®, combined with numerous locations globally have made Hampton a leader in its segment and one of the fastest growing hotel brands worldwide. Please visit www.hampton.comhttp://news.hampton.com or www.hamptonoffers.com for more information and connect with Hampton Hotels online atwww.faceboook.com/Hamptonhttp://twitter.com/Hampton or www.youtube.com/Hampton.

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 eleven world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,100 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 685,000 rooms in 92 countries and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Curio – A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®.<

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Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of an agreement to open eight new Hampton by Hilton properties in Latin America, including four in Peru and four in Chile, making it the biggest development for the brand in the region in recent years. Credit: Hampton Hotels.

Hilton Worldwide today announced the signing of an agreement to open eight new Hampton by Hilton properties in Latin America, including four in Peru and four in Chile, making it the biggest development for the brand in the region in recent years. Credit: Hampton Hotels.