DoubleTree by Hilton Set to Double its Presence in the UAE

MCLEAN, Va. & DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hilton Worldwide has signed a management agreement with Mohammed Abdullah Juma Humaidan Al Falasi and Delta Emirates Contracting Co. for the DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Barsha Hotel and Residence. The 344-room property, scheduled to open in Q4 2011, will be the first DoubleTree by Hilton property in Dubai and the second in the UAE, following the recently opened DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah.

“Signing our second hotel in the UAE is a significant milestone for the DoubleTree by Hilton brand and underscores our continued commitment to expanding in the Middle East. As a leading business and tourism destination, Dubai always has been a sought-after location in our long-term global growth plan and with the emirate attracting tourists in growing numbers every year, we look forward to bringing the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to this world-class city,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton.

With more than 250 hotels and resorts in 17 countries, DoubleTree by Hilton introduces travellers to the brand’s longstanding tradition of distinctively designed hotels that reflect their destination. 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. The DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Al Barsha Hotel and Residence will feature 180 hotel rooms and 164 serviced apartments with four meeting rooms, a business centre, health club and outdoor swimming pool.

This latest hotel development reinforces the brand’s debut in the region. The DoubleTree by Hilton Ras al Khaimah, UAE and DoubleTree by Hilton Aqaba, Jordan opened at the beginning of April and now welcome the world’s travellers with DoubleTree by Hilton’s distinctive hospitality experience.

“We’re extremely pleased to partner with Mohammed Abdullah Juma Humaidan Al Falasi and Delta Emirates Contracting Co. to bring the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Dubai. Bringing a new brand to the emirate will certainly benefit the industry and the brand’s emphasis on high standards of service and modern facilities as well as its unique character is sure to strike a chord with Dubai’s residents and visitors alike,” said Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide, Middle East & Africa.

Hilton Worldwide currently operates 45 hotels and one convention centre in the Middle East & Africa, totalling to 14,454 rooms across 15 countries. There are nine Hilton Worldwide properties currently operating in the UAE across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah. The DoubleTree by Hilton, Dubai Al Barsha Hotel and Residence joins seven other properties in the company’s pipeline in the UAE: DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah; Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah; Hilton Mina Al Arab Resort, Ras Al Khaimah; Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach Residence; Conrad Dubai; Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah and Hilton Sharjah. Hilton Worldwide has a signed development pipeline of an additional 33 properties across the Middle East & Africa in the U.A.E, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Equatorial Guinea, Uganda, Namibia, Nigeria and Cape Verde.

About DoubleTree by Hilton Hotels

With a fast-growing global collection of contemporary, upscale hotels in more than 250 gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across five 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 programme, an array of fine services and amenities and our longstanding CARE Culture tradition that empowers more than 60,000 team members to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveller feel human again.

To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travellers may visit our brand website at www.doubletree.com. Social media users may connect with us at www.facebook.com/doubletree, www.twitter.com/doubletree and www.youtube.com/doubletreehotels.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 92 years, Hilton Worldwide has been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,700 hotels and 610,000 rooms in 82 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, 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 the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. For more information about the company, visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.

For more information about the company, please visit www.hiltonworldwide.com. The Hilton Worldwide Reservations and Customer Care telephone numbers in the Middle East are as follows:

UAE	- 8000 20000 11	Qatar	- 800 20 222
KSA	- 800 82000 10	Egypt	- 19009
Bahrain	- 8000 4058	Jordan	- 00202 25805927
Kuwait	- 222 56 200	Lebanon	- 00202 25805928
Oman	- 800 78 788	Syria	- 00202 25805926