OKLAHOMA CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Locals and tourists alike can enjoy three summer afternoons of Skirvin High Tea at the #1 hotel in Oklahoma City. Generations have enjoyed this elegant tradition at the historic Skirvin Hilton Hotel.
Tea and eclectic culinary creations can be relished at the AAA-Four Diamond hotel’s Park Avenue Grill on June 4, July 9 and August 6 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Socialize with friends, colleagues or family members with the elegant sound of classic harp and indulge in the flavors of our featured tea purveyor, Royal Leaf.
Afternoon tea originated in the 1800’s and was often served in the drawing room between four and five o’clock. Women would wear their long gowns and men their finest suits while they socialized over delicacies and delights.
Today, the tradition continues at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel with an upscale, modern and convenient style. People of all ages interested in experiencing this ornate opportunity are invited and encouraged to reserve early for this popular summer series. Required reservations are $25 for adults and only $19.95 for children. Reservations can be made by calling 405-272-3040.
The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is owned and operated by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, in partnership with Skirvin Partners in Development.
About The Skirvin Hilton Hotel
The Skirvin Hilton originally opened in 1911 and has been synonymous with elegance and innovation for the past five generations, hosting oil barons, dignitaries, movie stars, political leaders and presidents ever since. Guests from around the globe have traveled through the downtown Skirvin Hilton to experience its unique sophistication and timelessness. In 2007, Skirvin Partners in Development, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and the Hilton partnered on renovating the hotel to its original glory. The reopening event was designated as an official Oklahoma Centennial event and since the renovation, the hotel has earned a AAA Four Diamond rating every year and received the Mayor’s Development Award for best downtown development.
The hotel features 225 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, including 20 one-bedroom suites, one presidential suite and 18,500 square feet of premier meeting and pre-function space. It is home to the upscale Park Avenue Grill restaurant and Red Piano lounge.
The Skirvin was named one of the best hotel meeting destinations in 2013 and received a prestigious Pinnacle Award from Successful Meetings. The hotel was also once again recognized as one of the 2014 Best Hotels in the USA by U.S. News & World Report, finishing as the #1 Hotel in Oklahoma City and the State of Oklahoma. The hotel remains on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Skirvin Hilton Hotel is located at One Park Avenue in Oklahoma City. For more information, please visit www.skirvinhilton.com and follow the company on Facebook (www.facebook.com/TheSkirvinHilton) and Twitter (@SkirvinHiltonOK).
About Marcus Hotels & Resorts
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in the U.S. A leader in the hospitality industry since 1962, Marcus Hotels & Resorts creates asset value for hotel owners through its expertise in management, development and product repositioning, including hotel food and beverage concepts developed by its Marcus Restaurant Group. The company’s distinctive portfolio includes city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts, historic properties, and premium branded and independent first-class hotels. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an approved operator for all major lodging brands. For more information, please visit: http://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).
