DoubleTree by Hilton Woking Opens in the UK Following Multi-Million Pound Renovation
WOKING, UK and MCLEAN, VA. September 2, 2015 - Today, DoubleTree by Hilton opened the doors at its newest UK location, DoubleTree by Hilton Woking, welcoming business travelers and tourists to explore the cultural highlights and stunning greenery close to London.
The hotel is under a franchise agreement with Crimson Hotels who already have two DoubleTree by Hilton properties in their portfolio, the DoubleTree by Hilton West End and the DoubleTree by Hilton Victoria Station. DoubleTree by Hilton Woking opens following a multi-million pound renovation, and houses 170 guestrooms and suites, including standard, superior and deluxe options, as well as a dedicated Hilton HHonors floor, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and USB-port wall sockets found at the spacious work stations and next to the Sweet Dreams® bed in every guestroom, providing tech-savvy guests with up-to-date digital amenities.
Located just a short train ride from central London, and a convenient drive from Heathrow Airport, Woking is easily accessible for business travelers and tourists. As well as being a corporate hub, the city features an array of cultural offerings, including The New Victoria Theatre, which often stages West End Musicals, a number of museums, and is in close proximity to Chessington World of Adventures and Thorpe Park. For guests wanting to escape the big city, the surrounding countryside offers scenic walks, cycle trails and a number of popular racecourses including Ascot, Epsom and Sandown.
"With nearly 30 DoubleTree by Hilton properties in the UK and Ireland, and six more in the pipeline, DoubleTree by Hilton is providing a warm welcome to guests throughout the region, starting with our signature chocolate chip cookie at check in," said John Greenleaf, Global Head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "We are thrilled to bring our care-focused culture to guests in Woking, whether they're traveling for business or leisure, providing them exceptional service in an area rich with local cultural attractions and outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside."
DoubleTree by Hilton welcomes guests with an industry-recognized service culture which endeavors to CARE; Create a Rewarding Experience for guests, Team Members and the community. DoubleTree by Hilton Woking guests will enjoy the stylishly renovated lobby with the offer of the brand's signature warm chocolate chip cookie, and continues to make guests feel at home with the little touches, from the warm colour schemes to the complimentary fruit bowls situated on each floor of the hotel.
Peadar McFadden, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Woking, said, "We look forward to welcoming businesses choosing to use the fantastic conference and events facilities we offer, as we make their teams and clients feel at home at our hotel. We are excited to support local food producers and our local community at our fantastic Wocca Grill restaurant and stylish new Bar 92."
DoubleTree by Hilton Woking participates 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 Woking can be found at Victoria Way, Woking, Surrey GU21 8EW. For more information, or to book a room, visit DoubleTree by Hilton Woking, or phone +44 (0) 1483 221 000.
About DoubleTree By Hilton
With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 425 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.
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