Shiva Hotels Opens 260-Room DoubleTree by Hilton in London's Growing Financial Hub

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. January 19, 2016

LONDON, EN. and MCLEAN, VA. - January 19, 2016 - DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of its newest property in London, the 260-room DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel. Located in the heart of London's up-and-coming financial hub, the hotel is owned and managed by Shiva Hotels.

"We are excited to welcome this beautiful hotel to the brand's growing portfolio of more than 25 properties across the U.K." said Dianna Vaughan, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel offers guests the welcoming comforts and hospitality that travelers can expect from DoubleTree by Hilton, starting with the presentation of a warm, chocolate chip cookie at check-in, a symbol of the 'little things' that make a stay with us so memorable.

Featuring 31 deluxe rooms and 35 suites, the hotel offers stunning views of London's Royal Victoria Dock and is conveniently located near Canary Wharf, London ExCel, The O2, London City Airport and the Emirates Air Line Cable Car, making it a great choice for business and leisure travellers alike.

The 112 seat DoubleTree Restaurant, created by the award-winning interior architects at Design LSM, boasts Dock views and offers an all-day modern British and European influenced menu. The DoubleTree Lounge Bar is also open from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. and offers an impressive range of drinks from around the world, including expertly created cocktails.

For guests wanting to stay active, DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel offers a complimentary fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment. Furthermore, for guests wanting to work or catch up with colleagues, the hotel offers two contemporary meeting spaces that can hold over 90 guests. Both spaces feature complimentary Wi-Fi and LCD screens.

Ashley Cole, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel said, "Situated nearby two of London's largest international conference and entertainment centres, the hotel is a great base for visitors looking to explore London's key attractions. Our modern guest rooms offer stunning views of the Royal Victoria Dock and easy accessability to the city, via London's first cable car. Myself and the team look forward to welcoming our first guests."

DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel participates in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty programme, which is open to all guests and free to join; visit here for enrollment information. HHonors members always get our lowest price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, free standard Wi-Fi, access to digital check-in and digital key, and no hidden fees, only when they book directly through Hilton.

DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel is located at Excel, 2 Festoon Way Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1RH, United Kingdom For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.londonexcel.doubletree.com or telephone:+44 0207 540 4820.

Media can access additional information about DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel at the DoubleTree Global Media Centre at news.doubletree.com.

About DoubleTree by Hilton

With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 440 upscale hotels in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across six continents and nearly 40,000 rooms in the pipeline, 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 program, an array of fine services and amenities and our longstanding CARE Culture tradition that empowers Team Members to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveler feel human again. 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 and choose their room. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may visit our brand website at http://www.doubletree.com.

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 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 4,500 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 745,000 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.

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