Dora Hotel Company Begins Construction on New DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette East Hotel in Indiana
LAFAYETTE, IN. and MCLEAN, VA. August 10, 2016 - Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) and Dora Hotel Company, LLC today announced that construction has started on the new DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette East hotel in Lafayette, IN. The newly renovated six-story, 128-room hotel and conference center will be located on the site of the former Best Western Lafayette Executive Plaza & Conference Center and will feature a full-service restaurant, indoor pool, and almost 4,300 square feet of flexible meeting space. Dora Hotel Company (based in Fishers, IN) will operate the hotel, which is expected to open in late 2017.
"We are thrilled to introduce the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to the Lafayette community and offer visitors a new, upscale full-service hotel," said Tim Dora, president of Dora Hotel Company. "With Interstate 65 access next door and Purdue University down the street, this is an ideal location for business and leisure guests and we look forward to 'wowing' them with our award-winning service, positive and inviting culture, and the phenomenal sleek design of our new hotel."
The hotel's exterior design aesthetic will be sleek and modern, complementing the surrounding area. The interior's overall color palette and materials pay homage to Lafayette's Purdue University with hints of black and gold. Guests will see these elements blended into the spaces with clean lines expressed in organic materials like wood, stone, and metal, which evoke a modern mid-century feel. The natural light combines with the warm, neutral color scheme to create a welcoming atmosphere, at once elegant and comfortable.
"With this renovation, we expect DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette East to be a premier destination for business and leisure travelers visiting the area," said Dianna Vaughan, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton and Curio - A Collection by Hilton. "DoubleTree by Hilton takes pride in being a 'champion of everyday niceness' - starting with our warm chocolate chip cookies. We look forward to welcoming guests with our globally-renowned service from the moment they enter the hotel and continuing throughout their stay."
Guests will feel at home in the hotel's inviting spaces and guest rooms with an array of amenities, including Wi-Fi throughout the hotel's public areas and guest rooms, a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour fitness center and indoor pool. Almost 4,300 square feet of flexible meeting space, which includes a ballroom with three breakout meeting rooms, pre-function space and a board room, is available for social and business events. The hotel will also feature a restaurant on the first floor called Made Market offering a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu as well as a bar open to hotel guests and the general public. Made Market sets itself apart from Lafayette's restaurants with a range of made-to-order specialties, homemade favorites and locally inspired dishes.
In addition to the warm chocolate chip cookie welcome, guests will enjoy other DoubleTree by Hilton brand amenities, including an assortment of gourmet in-room tea and coffee choices from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, the refreshing London-based Aroma Actives natural skin and body care line, and an industry-recognized service culture built around the idea of CARE, which stands for Create a Rewarding Experience for guests, team members and the community.
"This project couldn't have happened without the support of the Mayor, Tony Roswarski and the encouragement from the Director of Economic Development, Dennis Carson," said Tim Dora. "With the support and willingness of Centier Bank and Purdue Federal Credit Union to provide financing for the project, we have been able to create a product that will provide a first class entrance to the city of Lafayette."
DoubleTree by Hilton Lafayette East will participate in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty program, 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 Lafayette East is located at 4343 South St, Lafayette, IN 47905.
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For additional information about Dora Hotel Company, please visit www.dorahotelco.com.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global collection of more than 465 upscale hotels with more than 112,000 rooms in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across six continents. Everything about DoubleTree by Hilton aims to return the human touch to travel, starting with the presentation of a warm chocolate chip cookie upon arrival and continuing throughout with Team Members dedicated to Creating a Rewarding Experience (CARE) for hotel guests, other Team Members and the communities the brand proudly serves. DoubleTree by Hilton properties offer unique, contemporary accommodations and full-service facilities including restaurants and lounges, room service, health clubs, business centers and meeting and banquet space. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels receive instant benefits, including an exclusive member discount that can't be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi and digital amenities like digital check-in with room selection and Digital Key (selected locations) available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may visit our brand website at http://www.doubletree.com.
About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprising more than 4,700 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties with over 775,000 rooms in 104 countries and territories. For 97 years, Hilton has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes 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, Tru 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 an exclusive member discount, free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where Hilton 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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