DoubleTree
by Hilton and Hilton
Worldwide today announced the opening of DoubleTree
by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, located adjacent to the Philadelphia
International Airport, just off Interstate 95 and only six miles from
the heart of historic Philadelphia. Formerly a Hilton hotel, the
nine-story, 331-room property remains within the Hilton Worldwide
portfolio of hotels as it joins the DoubleTree by Hilton brand following
a dramatic $3 million property-wide renovation that includes modern
updates throughout the hotel’s lobby, guest rooms, restaurant and bar
areas, and banquet and meetings areas. The hotel is owned by Sotherly
Hotels and managed by Chesapeake
Hospitality.
“With the beautiful renovation of this property, and its ideal location
by the airport, we are proud to expand our hotel offering in the market
with DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport,” said John Greenleaf,
global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “Business, leisure and event guests
will benefit from a full range of features that prove the ‘little
things’ mean everything at DoubleTree by Hilton – starting with our
signature warm chocolate chip cookie greeting and continuing with the
modern amenities and services offered at this hotel.”
Guests visiting DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport will
experience the hotel’s revamped, modern style marked by welcoming earth
tones and elegant wooden design touches. Each spacious guest room or
suite features a variety of convenient amenities including a flat screen
HDTV, ergonomic desk, coffee maker and DoubleTree’s signature Sweet
Dreams bedding.
Three diverse restaurants present a wide variety of culinary and
beverage choices to suit any taste. The Landing Restaurant offers guest
a tantalizing menu of fresh seafoods, savory steaks and buffet options
in an upscale dining environment. Food and drink specials are always
offered at Players Sports Bar, with 10 beers on tap, 13 HDTV screens
capturing the day’s sporting events, and game machines and pool tables
available for the competitive minded. And, at Café Express, guests can
enjoy light grab-and-go fare, Starbucks® coffee and sweet treats.
In-room dining is an option for anyone seeking the comfort of a guest
room retreat.
Offering 12,000 square feet of meeting and banquet facilities,
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport is also a popular
destination for business meetings, wedding receptions and other special
events. Two luxurious ballrooms – Independence and Liberty – can
accommodate up to 500 guests and 16 versatile meeting rooms provide
ample options for hospitality events or small gatherings. The latest
audio visual technology and modern sound systems are featured
throughout. The hotel offers the Meetings
Simplified by DoubleTree by Hilton package from $30.00 per person,
which includes the meeting room, basic meeting WiFi, meeting room
supplies including a flipchart, markers, extension and power cord, and
all day non-alcoholic beverage service.
Guests will also enjoy numerous complimentary services and amenities,
including a 24-hour Fitness by Precor workout facility, an indoor heated
swimming pool, a 24-hour business center, parking and complimentary WiFi
access throughout the hotel’s public spaces and guest rooms.
“Joining the DoubleTree by Hilton family enables us to welcome new and
existing guests with the award-winning service experience for which the
brand is recognized around the world, while continuing to deliver the
benefits of the Hilton HHonors rewards program that so many travelers
already know and love,” said Paul Gibson, general manager, DoubleTree by
Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport.
A visit starts with a warm chocolate chip cookie, a simple touch that
sets the tone to create a rewarding experience for a guest's entire
stay. Guests will also enjoy DoubleTree by Hilton brand exclusives,
including an assortment of gourmet in-room tea and coffee choices from
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, a refreshing array of CITRON
body care products by Crabtree & Evelyn 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.
As a participant in the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, Hilton
HHonors members visiting DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport will
be able to earn and redeem points with their stay. Based on
availability, Gold and Diamond members will enjoy upgrades to the
exclusive Hilton HHonors floor. Additionally, Diamond Hilton HHonors
guests will enjoy complimentary continental breakfasts during stays and
Gold Hilton HHonors guests will have the option of complimentary
breakfast or bonus Hilton HHonors points.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport is located at 4509
Island Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19153. For more information,
or to make a reservation, travelers may visit www.philadelphiaairport.doubletree.com.
Media can access additional information on DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
Philadelphia Airport at news.doubletree.com/philadelphiaairport.
For more news on DoubleTree by Hilton hotel openings, visit www.news.doubletree.com.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 400 upscale hotels
in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across
six continents, 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 more than 45,000 team members to provide
the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveler feel
human again. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel,
travelers may visit our brand website at www.doubletree.com.
Social media users may connect with us at www.facebook.com/doubletree,
www.twitter.com/doubletree
and www.youtube.com/doubletreehotels.
For the latest news, story starters and fact sheets about our brand,
reporters and bloggers may visit our DoubleTree by Hilton Global Media
Centre at news.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 95
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 4,200
managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties,
with more than 690,000 rooms in 93 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 Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels,
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand
Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty
program, Hilton HHonors®. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com
more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide,
www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide,
www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide,
www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide
and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.
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