Winwood Hospitality Group Opens 149-key Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley in North Carolina
Under the leadership of General Manager Chris Cramarossa
RALEIGH, N.C. and MCLEAN, VA. August 4, 2015 - Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Worldwide's (NYSE: HLT) award-winning brand of peaceful and energizing hotels, announced today the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley, representing an addition to the brand's growing portfolio of more than 635 hotels worldwide.
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley is owned and managed by Winwood Hospitality Group.
"With close proximity to local points of interest, our new hotel is ideal for guests, offering access to centuries of history in downtown Raleigh and more than 200 shops, restaurants and entertainment options," said Chris Cramarossa, general manager. "Guests can take a trolley tour of the historic sites of the city, or treat the family to one of the museums within just five miles of the Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley. We are excited to join the Raleigh community and welcome travelers to the area."
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley is conveniently accessible to Raleigh-Durham International Airport and North Carolina State University. Other area attractions include PNC Arena, Carter-Finley Stadium and Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts. Guests will enjoy the warm appreciative Hilton Garden Inn Team Members for additional area recommendations.
The new hotel offers the high-end amenities and welcoming services for travelers to sleep deep, stay fit, eat well and work smart while on the road. All Hilton Garden Inn guests will see why Life's Better at the GardenTM through amenities offered at each peaceful and energizing Hilton Garden Inn location, including complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a 24-hour business center with Print SpotsTM remote printing, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an indoor pool. The front desk also provides Stay Fit KitsTM for guests to exercise in the privacy of their own room.
The hotel features over 6,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space that can accommodate dining for 300 people. Executive Chef Fred Leach brings over 22 years of experience working with notable culinarians including Master Chef Pierre Franey, Julia Childs and several fine dining establishments across the country. His authentic culinary creations can be catered for any banquet or meeting event.
The Garden Grille and Bar® offers a full cooked-to-order breakfast and dinner, cocktails*, and evening room service. The Pavilion Pantry® is open 24 hours and features a complete selection of salty snacks, sweet treats, cold beverages, and frozen, microwaveable packaged items.
All 149 guest rooms boast the brand's signature bedding featuring fresh, white duvets and crisp linens; a spacious and clutter-free work desk with an ergonomic desk chair; and an in-room "hospitality center" with a mini fridge, microwave oven and Keurig coffee maker.
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel loyalty program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® on the same stay and No Blackout Dates on reward stays. HHonors members always get our lowest price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, digital check-in and no booking fees only when they book directly through Hilton.
For more information or to make reservations, please visit Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley, or call +1 919 703 2525.
Read more about Hilton Garden Inn at www.hgi.com and news.hgi.com.
*Service of alcohol subject to state and local laws. Must be of legal drinking age.
About Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Garden Inn is the award-recognized, peaceful and energizing hotel brand that continually strives to ensure today's busy travelers are appreciated and have everything they need to be most productive on the road. Hilton Garden Inn offers the amenities and services for travelers to sleep deep, stay fit, eat well and work smart during their stay. Approachable and professional team members operating at nearly 640 hotels around the world are committed to providing a welcoming and dependable hotel experience for every guest, every time which is reflected in the satisfaction promise to do whatever it takes to ensure every guest is satisfied, or they don't pay. You can count on us. Guaranteed™. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their exact room from a digital floor plan and customize their room prior to arrival with amenity requests. Visit www.hgi.com or news.hgi.com for more information about our locations.
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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 96 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of twelve world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,440 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 730,000 rooms in 97 countries and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information.
Contact:
Chris Cramarossa - General Manager
Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh/Crabtree Valley
[email protected]
919 703 2525
Jennifer Hughes - Director, Brand Public Relations
Hilton Worldwide
[email protected]
901 374 6518
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