Hilton
Worldwide today announced the opening of DoubleTree
by Hilton Agra in one of the leading tourist destinations in India,
renowned for its many Mughal-era buildings, most notably the Taj Mahal.
With this launch, Hilton Worldwide has a presence across the Golden
Triangle, the most popular tourist circuit in the country, with hotels
in Delhi NCR, Jaipur and Agra. The hotel is owned by Archer Hospitality
Private Limited and managed by Hilton Worldwide.
“The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Agra marks our entry into one of
the most important leisure markets in India for both DoubleTree by
Hilton and Hilton Worldwide,” said John Greenleaf, global head,
DoubleTree by Hilton. “We look forward to delighting guests with our
globally-recognized service culture, demonstrated from the moment a
guest walks through a hotel’s doors and is presented with our signature
warm chocolate chip cookie upon check-in, and continuing throughout
every aspect of the guest’s stay."
Set in the heart of the bustling city and minutes from the Taj Mahal,
the trendy DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is among very few hotels offering
views of the magnificent mausoleum. The hotel is also near popular
attractions and shopping districts including the Agra Fort, Akbar’s
Tomb, Jama Masjid and Kinari Bazaar. The hotel is located six miles from
the Agra Airport and four miles from the Agra Cantonment Railway
Station. Guests driving from Delhi can also easily access the hotel from
the Delhi - Agra Yamuna Expressway.
DoubleTree by Hilton Agra features 104 guestrooms, including four
suites, all equipped with modern amenities including the signature Sweet
Dreams™ by DoubleTree sleep experience bed, Wi-Fi, 42” HDTV with premium
channels, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar, electronic safe
and a three or four-fixture bathroom with a walk-in rain shower. Each
one-bedroom suite additionally includes a separate living room, dining
area and powder room. The luxurious Presidential Suite is equipped with
a pantry and a walk-in closet in addition to a bedroom and living room.
Guests will be able to choose from four dining venues at the hotel,
including: North 27, a trendy all-day global cuisine restaurant;
Kebab-E-Que, offering the best of Indian North-West Frontier cuisine;
Plush Bar, an uber cool lounge; and The Food Store, an all-day café and
deli that serves fresh pastries, sandwiches and beverages for dine-in or
takeaway. Recreational facilities at the hotel include an outdoor
infinity pool with views of the Taj Mahal, a complimentary 24-hour
fitness centre, Kids’ Activities Room, spa and a salon.
DoubleTree by Hilton Agra also features a range of flexible meeting and
event offerings ideally-suited to accommodate everything from business
gatherings to weddings and special social events. The 3,840-square foot
Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 425 people and is connected to an
open-air area. The 1,820-square foot Coronation Room can be separated
into three distinct spaces and accommodates up to 200. And Concourse is
the hotel’s multi-function hall which can accommodate up to 75 people.
Guests can also make use of two boardrooms and the 24-hour business
centre. State-of-the-art audio-visual facilities and inspired catering
services are available to create the perfect ambience at every meeting
or event hosted at the hotel.
“The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is a significant milestone as
it marks the entry of Hilton Worldwide into this prime leisure
destination,” said Daniel Welk, vice president, operations - India,
Hilton Worldwide. “We look forward to welcoming guests with the
award-winning service culture for which the DoubleTree by Hilton brand
is known around the world.”
In addition to the warm chocolate chip cookie welcome, guests will enjoy
other DoubleTree by Hilton brand exclusives 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.
The hotel also participates in the Hilton
HHonors guest loyalty programme, allowing Hilton HHonors members to
earn and redeem points with their stay. To mark the opening, the hotel
will offer double HHonors points per night on stays completed through
May 17, 2015. 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 breakfast
during stays and Gold Hilton HHonors guests will have the option of
complimentary breakfast or bonus Hilton HHonors points.
DoubleTree by Hilton Agra is located at B/H- 1 & 2, Taj Nagri Phase II,
Agra 282001, Uttar Pradesh, India. For more information or to make a
reservation, please call +91 - 562 - 710 2323 or visit www.agra.doubletree.com.
Media can access additional information about DoubleTree by Hilton Agra
at news.doubletree.com/agra.
For more news on DoubleTree by Hilton hotel openings, please visit http://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 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 www.doubletreebyhiltonglobalmediacenter.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 4,250
managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties,
with more than 700,000 rooms in 93 countries and territories, including
Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels
& Resorts, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, Canopy 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
for 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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