Hilton Debuts as the First International Hotel Brand in the Heart of Taizhou City Center

TAIZHOU,China and MCLEAN,Va.,Feb. 1,2019 -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Hilton Hotels and Resorts today announced the opening ofHilton Taizhou,the latest addition to the market-leading flagship brand's portfolio in China. This 21-storey,336-room hotel makes its debut as the first international hotel brand in the heart of Taizhou's Central Business District (CBD),offering the largest grand ballroom in the CBD and diverse event spaces,along with easy access to commercial and entertainment complexes.

Hilton Debuts as the First International Hotel Brand in the Heart of Taizhou City Center

"We are excited to bring our first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property to this key city in Eastern China with the opening of Hilton Taizhou," said Qian Jin,area president,Greater China and Mongolia,Hilton. "We are entering the city at an opportune time when we see increasing demand for reliable and quality accommodations,with the economic development of the city rapidly fueled by local private enterprises. We look forward to playing an integral role in defining the hospitality landscape here in Taizhou."

As the birthplace of China's private economy,Taizhou is now booming with private enterprises and industrial centers,attracting millions of business travelers each year. Catering to growing business needs,Hilton Taizhou is centrally located within the CBD of Jiao Jiang district,in close proximity to major commercial buildings,shopping centers,high-end residences and local cuisines. The hotel is also within 15 to 30 kilometers of key industrial zones,and approximately 15 kilometers from the Taizhou Railway Station as well as Taizhou Luqiao Airport.

"Hilton Hotels & Resorts continues to be the leading hotel brand aimed to provide guests memorable and sustainable travel experiences for guests," said Vera Manoukian,senior vice president and global head,Hilton Hotels & Resorts. "From its ideal location to the state-of-the-art meetings and events facilities,we are ready to bring the brand's award-winning hospitality to Taizhou."

Additional hotel features and amenities include:

DINING

The hotel's three dining outlets are designed with guests' preferences in mind. All-day restaurant HUAN isthe perfect venue to enjoy a selection of international classics prepared fresh with,locally sourced ingredients. ARCH Chinese Restaurant offers guests a chance to explore the distinct local flavors of Zhejiang province. The restaurant also offers a seafood zone where guests can take their pick of the freshest catch from the market and choose their preferred style of cooking. HE Lobby Lounge provides a stylish and interactive environment where guests can catch up with friends or business partners over a casual drink.

AMENITIES

Guests seeking exercise or relaxation have a variety of options,including a 24-hour fitness center with Precor® equipment,indoor swimming pool and whirlpool. Through floor-to-ceiling windows,guests can also enjoy scenic views of the sky garden as they relax by the pool.

MEETINGS & EVENTS

With over 2,500 square meters of meeting space,Hilton Taizhou is the perfect venue for weddings,business meetings and social gatherings. The stunning 1,030-square-meter pillar-less Grand Ballroom can accommodate up to 1,000guests,making it the largest ballroom in Taizhou CBD. The sophisticated facilities and professional catering teams ensure flawless event execution,with ready customization for any event need. The hotel also offers a rooftop garden and an outdoor lawn,ideal for intimate social gatherings or weddings.

Hilton Taizhou is part of Hilton Honors,the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 16distinct hotel brands. Members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits,including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay,an exclusive member discount that can't be found anywhere else,and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital toolsavailableexclusively through the industry-leadingHilton Honors mobile app,where Hilton Honors members can check-in,choose their room,and access their roomusing a Digital Key.

To celebrate the hotel's opening,Hilton Honorsmembers will earn an additional 1,000 Points per night – up to a maximum of 3,000 Hilton Honors Points– for bookings through April30th,2019,when booking directly with Hilton.

Hilton Taizhou is located at No. 88 Wenxue Road,Jiaojiang District,Taizhou City (Postal Code 318000).

For more information,or to make a reservation,travelers may visit hiltontaizhou.com or call +86 576 8806 8888.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For nearly 100 years,Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world,providing new product innovations and services to meet guests' evolving needs. With more than 575 hotels across six continents,Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world's most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Hilton Honorsmembers who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Begin your journey at www.hilton.com,and learn more by visiting newsroom.hilton.com/hhror following Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook,Twitter,and Instagram.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 16 world-class brands comprising more than 5,500 properties with nearly 895,000 rooms,in 109 countries and territories.Dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world's most hospitable company,Hilton earned a spot on the 2018 world's best workplaces list,and has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its nearly 100 year history. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program,Hilton Honors,nearly 82 million members who book directly with Hilton have access to instant benefits,including digital check-in with room selection,Digital Key,and Connected Room.Visitnewsroom.hilton.comfor more information,and connect with Hilton onFacebook,LinkedIn,InstagramandYouTube.

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