Hilton and Vièiûnai Group Partner to Develop 175-Room DoubleTree in Vilnius, Lithuania Slated for 2019 Opening

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. August 16, 2016

VILNIUS, LT. & MCLEAN, VA. August 16, 2016 - Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) and Vièiûnai Group today announced the signing of a franchise agreement to bring the upscale DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Lithuania for the first time. Construction of DoubleTree by Hilton Vilnius City Center is to begin this year, in the heart of the Lithuanian capital.

Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, EMEA, Hilton Worldwide said: "Having announced our first Lithuanian property just last month, we are pleased to be reaffirming our commitment to the market through this agreement with Vièiûnai Group to develop our first full service hotel in the country. International upscale brands account for less than 6% of hotel rooms in Vilnius so introducing DoubleTree by Hilton to the city will help the city cater for the growing number of business and leisure travellers seeking higher quality accommodation."

The 175 guest room hotel forms part of a wider project, in to which Vièiûnai Group has invested over €20 million, which will also create new public spaces, designed to attract residents and visitors to the city. Alongside the hotel, a modern outdoor terrace will be built to connect the property to the Vilnius Energy and Technology Museum, which will also benefit from a modern new 1000 sqm exposition hall.

Mike Collini, VP, Development, Hilton Worldwide Eastern Europe, Russia and Turkey and Sarunas Matijoðaitis, CEO of Viciunai Group confirming the agreement.

"Vièiûnai Group is diversifying its portfolio with the construction of this development. The project's calling card is high quality accommodation at the very heart of Vilnius. Standard DoubleTree by Hilton guest rooms will be even more spacious than most of the business-class rooms currently offered in other leading hotels in the capital", - said Sarunas Matijoðaitis, CEO of Vièiûnai Group.

Set to open its doors in 2019, the hotel will also host a conference center and spa, swimming pool, a restaurant, and a rooftop Sky Bar overlooking Gediminas Castle, the Cathedral and the Old Town. Once the hotel is operational it will create approximately 100 new full time jobs in Vilnius. The new hotel, will be designed by architect Algirdas Kauðpëdas, and built by Vièiûnai Group-owned real estate development company, "Sunrise Kaunas"

Having joined Hilton in announcing its first project in Vilnius at a press conference last month, the capital's mayor Remigijus Ðimaðius Vilnius greeted the news. "I am very pleased that the negotiations with the Energy Museum on this project were successfully completed, and Vièiûnai Group has committed to invest in the new premises of the museum and a modern public space for residents, which we all are eagerly anticipating" - said R. Ðimaðius.

Dianna Vaughan, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, said: "This hotel will be a fantastic addition to our portfolio in Eastern Europe which already boasts properties in Moscow, Warsaw and will soon include Minsk. We look forward to providing travellers to Vilnius with the welcoming comforts and hospitality common to all DoubleTree by Hilton hotels, starting with a warm chocolate chip cookie at check-in."

DoubleTree by Hilton Vilnius City Center will be located at Rinktines Street 2, LT-09312, Vilnius.

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

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.

Contact:
Huw Harrow
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+44 (0) 207 856 8035

Mindaugas Snicorius, Vièiûnai Group
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+370 614 43431