DoubleTree Suites Tucson Airport Opens

Tucson, Ariz. (USA) – 22 May 2012 – DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of an upscale full-service, all-suite hotel, situated near Tucson International Airport (TUS) and just minutes from downtown Tucson and the University of Arizona.

The 204-room DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport, is located in one of the largest business corridors of the Valley of the Sun, near many Fortune 500 companies, including Raytheon, Intuit and IBM. The hotel is easily accessible to the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, the Arizona Air National Guard, University Medical Center, Diamond’s Children Medical Center and the Tucson Electric Park/Kino Sports Complex.

The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport is also a gateway to tourist attractions in Southeast Arizona, best known for Tombstone, Arizona, affectionately called “the town too tough to die”, the Historic San Xavier del Bac Mission, the scenic Arizona-Sonora Desert and Museum, Old Tucson Studios and the Pima Air & Space Museum.

Formerly a Radisson Hotel, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport is celebrating its new affiliation with a variety of new product and service enhancements both inside and outside the property, including a newly redesigned lobby.

Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, said, “DoubleTree by Hilton now invites our loyal business and leisure customers to stay with us in Arizona, with the opening of the new DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport hotel that embodies an upscale, completely renovated full-service hotel with exceptional service. This newest DoubleTree by Hilton hotel location extends our commitment to welcoming the world’s travelers in key destinations and providing a comfortable, amenity-rich hotel experience for visitors alike to work and play.”

The hotel is owned by Tucson Suites, LLC and operated under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide.

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport guests will benefit from the characteristic qualities found at the brand’s more than 295 DoubleTree by Hilton locations in 23 countries, including the signature welcome with the legendary warm chocolate chip cookie presented to every guest at check-in, an array of upscale amenities and guest services, the rewards of the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, and a unique and caring team member commitment to the local community.

The tastefully appointed and spacious suites at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport feature modern comforts and conveniences including a private bedroom with separate living room, suited to today’s business and leisure travelers. In-room amenities include complimentary wireless high-speed internet access in guest suites as well as in public areas throughout the hotel; spacious work desks with ergonomic chairs; 40-inch, high-definition, LCD TVs; MP3-compatible alarm clocks; plush bedding and combed cotton linens; Wolfgang Puck in-room gourmet coffee and tea service; and refreshing Crabtree & Evelyn Citron bath and body products. The hotel also offers complimentary airport transfers.

The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport features 12,000 square feet of flexible conference space for conventions, business meetings, training seminar banquets and elegant weddings and social events, including the two ballrooms, the largest at 4,788 square feet, which can accommodate up to 225 guests. The hotel offers a 24-hour self-service business center and complimentary printing service that includes print-from-your room convenience. For guests who wish to keep up with their workout program while traveling at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport, a 24-hour fitness facility and an outdoor swimming pool are available.

Finnegan’s Restaurant offers a variety of delicious menu items in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Keep up with the latest news or watch a variety of sports on the big screen televisions while having lunch or dinner. The hotel also serves the brand’s signature Wake Up DoubleTree Breakfast, which includes hot entrees and healthy options to start the day right. At the end of a busy day, guests can unwind with a fine selection of refreshing cocktails at the hotel’s bar. Room service also is available during peak dining hours.

Just minutes from downtown Tucson by taxi and area airports by hotel shuttle or taxi, the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport is located at 7051 South Tucson Blvd., Tucson, Arizona, United States 85756. For more information about the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Tucson Airport, please visit the hotel’s website at www.tucsonairportsuites.doubletree.com , contact your preferred travel professional or call the hotel directly at +1 520 225 0800.

About DoubleTree by Hilton Hotels
With a fast-growing global collection of contemporary, upscale hotels in more than 280 gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across five 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 65,000 team members to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveller feel human again.

About Hilton Worldwide
Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,800 hotels and timeshare properties, with 630,000 rooms in 88 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, 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 the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®.

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