DoubleTree
by Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree
by Hilton Galveston Beach, a contemporary five-story, 97-room hotel
located in the heart of the island’s teeming dining and entertainment
districts and overlooking the sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.
Formerly the Galveston Beach Hotel, the property has concluded a
multi-million dollar renovation that includes a total redesign of the
lobby, food and beverage outlets, public spaces, meeting and event areas
and guest rooms, as well as new furniture and décor throughout the
hotel. Marking DoubleTree by Hilton’s first hotel in Galveston, the
hotel is owned by 17th
Street Properties, LLC and managed by Houston-based American
Liberty Hospitality.
“Galveston Beach is an idyllic destination, and a perfect location for
our newest DoubleTree by Hilton property in the Lone Star State,” said
John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “Guests at this
beautiful beachside hotel can expect the world-class service and ‘little
things’ that have helped build our global reputation, beginning with the
warm chocolate chip cookie welcome we offer to each guest at check-in.”
DoubleTree by Hilton Galveston Beach provides the quintessential setting
for guests seeking a beautiful beach retreat in an upscale, contemporary
full-service hotel setting. Newly-updated guest rooms all offer ocean
views, with most featuring private balconies overlooking the Gulf of
Mexico. Among the hotel’s ample complimentary amenities, guests will
enjoy a beachfront saltwater swimming pool with swim-up bar, 24-hour
fitness center, same day laundry service, on-site parking, 24-hour
business center and in-room safes. Free WiFi is also available
throughout the hotel’s public areas and guest rooms. Guests may also
rent private cabanas and chaise lounges at the hotel’s beautiful pool
overlooking the beach.
Among its renovation highlights, the hotel debuts two revamped food and
beverage venues. Foxtail Restaurant, featuring “beach-chic” décor and
floor-to-ceiling glass walls, offers a menu of local and regional
favorites, including fresh, locally-caught seafood daily. Restaurant
patrons will enjoy stunning views of tropical gardens, the outdoor pool
and the scenic Gulf of Mexico. For a more relaxed option, the Longboard
Pool Bar allows for indoor and outdoor dining for lunch and dinner, plus
a swim-up bar where guests can enjoy refreshing craft cocktails.
With more than 2,600 square feet of flexible meeting space, including a
boardroom, meeting room and beautiful outdoor lawn space, DoubleTree by
Hilton Galveston Beach can accommodate varying event needs from social
gatherings to corporate functions, weddings and more. Creative onsite
catering, modern A/V technology and a dedicated staff ensure that any
function is a success. For smaller group meetings, the hotel offers the
Meetings Simplified by DoubleTree by Hilton package from $35.00 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.
“We are thrilled to unveil our hotel’s stunning transformation and to be
able to deliver an unmatched hotel experience for travelers on Galveston
Island,” said Rick Galyean, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton
Galveston Beach. “We are proud to join the DoubleTree by Hilton
portfolio, and delight guests with the brand’s world-renowned service
culture.”
Optimally-located on Seawall Boulevard, the hotel is just a short walk
from the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and near the area’s
most popular attractions and businesses, including: Schlitterbahn Water
Park, Moody Gardens, Galveston Country Club, Moody Gardens Golf Course
and more. Guests can also access 32 miles of beautiful beaches and
explore Galveston’s historic downtown district, home to beautiful
Victorian-era buildings, antique stores, specialty shops, galleries,
museums and restaurants. For business travelers, companies including
UTMB – University of Texas Medical Branch, American National Insurance
and many government agencies are nearby. The hotel is located one mile
from the Galveston Island Convention Center, 43 miles from William P.
Hobby Airport and 72 miles from Houston Intercontinental Airport.
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 new 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.
As a participant in the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, Hilton
HHonors members will be able to earn and redeem points with their stay
at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach. To mark the opening, the
hotel will offer a Hilton HHonors double points promotion on the best
available rate for bookings through June 30, 2015 that include a Sunday
through Thursday night stay. Based on availability, Gold and Diamond
members will enjoy upgrades to the hotel’s designated Hilton HHonors
guestrooms. Additionally, Diamond Hilton HHonors guests will enjoy
complimentary continental breakfast and bonus Hilton HHonors points
during stays and Gold Hilton HHonors guests will have the option of
complimentary breakfast or bonus points.
DoubleTree by Hilton Galveston Beach is located at 1702 Seawall
Boulevard, Galveston, Texas 77550. For more information, or to make a
reservation, travelers may visit www.galvestonbeach.doubletree.com.
Media can access additional information on DoubleTree by Hilton
Galveston Beach at http://news.doubletree.com/galvestonbeach.
For more news on DoubleTree by Hilton hotel openings, 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
Center 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 4,300
managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties,
with more than 715,000 rooms in 94 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
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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