Hilton Re-flagging the Claridge Hotel Rome

Rome (Italy) – 26 April 2012 – Hilton Garden Inn today announced the opening of its latest hotel in Rome’s elegant Parioli district. The former Claridge Hotel has been converted to Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge and is ideally located within easy reach of famous attractions such as Villa Borghese with its surrounding parklands, and Via Veneto. The hotel becomes the fourth hotel in Hilton Worldwide’s Rome portfolio, joining luxury Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, upscale Hilton Rome Airport and mid-market Hilton Garden Inn Rome Airport.

Adrian Kurre, Global Head, Hilton Garden Inn, said, “I am delighted to welcome our second Hilton Garden Inn to Rome, joining our growing portfolio of hotels across Italy and Europe. Business and leisure guests can now enjoy award-winning Hilton Garden Inn hospitality whilst staying in a second location in the city, as well as in superb destinations across the country.”

Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge features 93 bedrooms & suites, many with private balconies. In addition, guests can enjoy the hotel’s restaurant and bar, which features Italian and international cuisine. The 24-hour Pavilion Pantry is offered for light snacks and refreshments and leisure facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre, guests can also make use of on-site laundry facilities. For corporate and social events, the hotel provides 242 square metres of meeting space across four separate rooms.

Hilton Garden Inn is a popular choice with guests across the world, thanks to features such as complimentary Wi-Fi access, the Garden Sleep System bed, ergonomic chair, as well as a 24-hour business centre with remote printing capabilities. Guests at Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge will also have the opportunity to earn and redeem Hilton HHonors points and take advantage of benefits enjoyed by over 30 million members worldwide.

Fabrizio Roscioli, general manager, Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge, said, “We are now proudly trading as part of the Hilton Garden Inn global portfolio and look forward to offering guests the brand’s world renowned service and amenities. Guests staying at our hotel will enjoy a prime location during their visit to Rome, with easy access to the city’s most famous attractions.”

Hilton Garden Inn recently received JD Power & Associates’ highest honour in Europe, taking first place in the 2011 European Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study for first time in the brand’s five-year history in Europe. This year marked the first time the brand has had a sufficient sample size to rank in the European study, coming in 57 points higher than the segment average.

Hilton Worldwide currently features 20 hotels in Italy that are either open or under development. In addition to the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Rome Claridge, the company is also looking forward to the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Resort Siena-Chianti and the Hilton Garden Inn in Pistoia which are expected to join the portfolio in 2013.

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 travelers 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®. Visit www.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.

About Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Garden Inn is an award-winning, mid-priced brand which continuously strives to offer today’s frequently travelling busy people with everything they might need during their trip, including complimentary cable and WiFi internet access in all guest rooms, PrintSpot(tm) mobile printing, complimentary round-the-clock business center services, innovative and stress relieving Garden Sleep SystemTM and ergonomic Mirra® chairs designed by Herman Miller. Such that, whether you are on a business trip or a personal trip, Hilton Garden Inn provides you a deep sleep away from home, comfortable working environment, delicious food and comfort and services to help you stay fresh. For further information on Hilton Garden Inn’s North American or European hotels or to plan your next escape, please visit www.HGI.com.

Media Contact:

Jules Kerby
+44 (0)7966 893 697
jules.kerby@hilton.com