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As
Lisbon continues to grow in popularity for international travel and
tourism, Hilton (NYSE:
HLT) has announced plans to open three new properties across three of
its award-winning brands. This announcement follows a management agreement with
Feuring Asset Management GmbH to develop Canopy by Hilton Lisbon Praça Sao
Paulo, Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton
Lisbon Baixa.
Commenting
on the three new signings, Carlos Miró, managing director, development, Spain
& Portugal, Hilton, said, “Lisbon is an incredibly exciting destination,
with ample opportunity for development, and our increased presence in the
capital is key to our wider Portuguese growth. In recent years we’ve made great
strides to diversify our portfolio, introducing new brands including Hilton
Garden Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Curio Collection by Hilton to the
Portuguese market. Now, as we plan to further develop Curio Collection by
Hilton in the Iberian Peninsula and introduce Portugal’s first Hampton by
Hilton and Canopy by Hilton hotels, we’re excited to serve an even greater
range of traveller needs.”
Matthias
Lowin, Feuring Asset
Management GmbH, commented, ¨We are delighted to join forces with Hilton to
bring three new properties to Lisbon. These modern, upscale hotels will serve
some of the many visitors to the bustling capital, either those taking in the
sights of the beautiful city and surrounding areas or in town on a business
trip, and we look forward to welcoming guests with our world-class service and
amenities.¨
Canopy
by Hilton Lisbon Praça Sao Paulo
Canopy
by Hilton Lisbon Praça Sao Paulo will be located in the heart of central
Lisbon, within walking distance from the famous Time Out Market, which boasts
4.1 million visitors annually, as well as Lisbon´s many charming boutiques and
luxury retail stores. The property will offer 84 spacious guest rooms, as well
as the hotel’s hub, complete with a café and bar for guests to work, relax and
socialize with friends, 120 square metres of meeting space, a fully-equipped
fitness centre and parking facilities. The hotel will open to guests in 2026
and will be the first Canopy by Hilton branded property in Portugal.
Canopy
by Hilton hotels encourage guests to connect with their local area, with team
members at Canopy by Hilton Lisbon Praça Sao Paulo on hand to connect guests to
the best of the neighbourhood. After exploring the city, guests can retire to
sophisticated guest rooms, complete with Canopy by Hilton’s signature canopy
bed frame and amenities including Canopy socks and Nespresso machines. Recent
Canopy by Hilton openings include Canopy
by Hilton Cannes, Canopy by Hilton Madrid Castellana and Canopy by Hilton London City.
Duo
Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton
Set
to open in Spring 2024, Duo Hotel Lisbon, Curio Collection by Hilton,will join
Hilton´s portfolio of one-of-a-kind hotels handpicked for their unique
character under the Curio Collection by Hilton brand. The property will couple
a traditional 19th century building with a secondary new development,
linked together by a beautifully landscaped interior courtyard. It will feature
75 stylish guest rooms, an all-day dining outlet, café, bar, meeting space and
a Portuguese pasteleria, offering guests tempting local cakes and
pastries. In the evening, the hotel’s restaurant will spill out into the
courtyard, allowing guests to enjoy delicious meals al fresco. The hotel will
be located in the bustling west-downtown area of the city, close to many of the
key tourist attractions, restaurants and shopping areas including Time Out
Lisbon.
Curio
Collection by Hilton is a global portfolio of more than 140 unique hotels and
resorts selected for their distinctive character. Curio Collection properties
allow guests to enjoy independent hotels that offer authentic and selected
experiences while providing the benefits of Hilton and its award-winning Hilton
Honors guest loyalty programme. Recent additions to Curio Collection by Hilton
include Hotel Montera Madrid, Curio Collection by Hilton, Domes Aulus Elounda, Curio Collection by Hilton and Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton.
Hampton
by Hilton Lisbon Baixa
Also
marking the brand debut in Lisbon, Hampton by Hilton Lisbon Baixa is set to
open its doors in 2025. Encapsulating Hampton by Hilton´s modern and sleek
design, the 157-key property will feature a rooftop space with outdoor pool, a
fully-equipped fitness centre, parking facilities and 250 square metres of
vibrant, dynamic open-concept social spaces where guests can come together to
mingle and relax any time of the day. The property will also be ideally located
in the centre of the Lisbon, just minutes away from the key sights.
Hampton by Hilton serves
travellers at more than 2,900 properties in 37 countries and territories around
the globe. The brand continues to lead its segment by providing guests with
high quality, thoughtfully designed accommodations and amenities, such as
modern and spacious rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and free hot breakfast. Recent
Hampton by Hilton openings include Hampton by Hilton London City and Hampton by Hilton Budapest City Centre.
Hilton
currently has nine trading hotels and 11 pipeline hotels in Portugal. Of
the trading properties, two are located in Lisbon. Hilton has opened
approximately 20 hotels in Europe this year, with around 200 new hotels planned
in the next three – five years.
Image
Credit: © Hilton Hotels
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