Newly Built 96-room DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center Opens in Russia
Mikhail Gitman is at the helm as General Manager
MOSCOW, RUSSIA / MCLEAN, VA - December 23, 2015 - Hilton Worldwide (NYSE : HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center, expanding the brand's growing Russian portfolio in one of the key locations for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Designed by Russian architect Aleksandr Dorokhov, the 96 guest room hotel is located in the heart of Kazan and takes inspiration from European architectural traditions, with traditional Tatar design and decor, creating the warmth and cosiness of home.
"We are proud to open DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center, bringing all the special comforts that we call the 'little things' to guests in Kazan," said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "Kazan is an important destination for business and trade but is also rich in history, sports and culture. We look forward to welcoming guests to our newest hotel in Russia with a warm chocolate chip cookie, a signature part of our unique culture that provides a relaxed and friendly experience for our guests throughout their stay."
DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center's restaurant, KEDR, serves a delicious mixture of international and local cuisine, and offers a tempting wine list. The hotel's terrace is open all year, providing the perfect place to escape the buzz of Kazan city and relax. State-of-the-art meeting space can accommodate up to 60 guests, which features a modern style while retaining the hotel's classic lighting and design characteristics.
Kazan is one of Russia's largest and most populous cities, celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and located on the Volga, the longest river in Europe. Renowned for its sporting associations, Kazan will be a key game city for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Benefiting from a central city location, guests are in close proximity to the historical Chernyshevskogo Street and vibrant energy of Baumana and Bulak streets. Kazan International Airport is a 26 kilometres from the hotel, while Kazan Railway Station and Kremlevskaya Metro are a short walk from the hotel.
Mikhail Gitman, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center, said, "It is a privilege to bring DoubleTree by Hilton's hospitality and warmly welcome business and leisure guests to the DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center. The hotel reflects Kazan's unique and vibrant character and our team look forward to sharing this energy with guests."
DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center is the third DoubleTree by Hilton and the 15th Hilton Worldwide property in Russia.
DoubleTree by Hilton is defined by its unique Culture of CARE, which stands for 'Create A Rewarding Experience' for guests, team members and the community. Every guest at a DoubleTree by Hilton is welcomed with a warm chocolate chip cookie on check-in and the relaxed, friendly service continues throughout their stay.
DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center participates in the DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center participates in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty program, which is open to all guests and free to join - visit here for enrollment information. HHonors members always get our lowest price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, access to digital check-in and Digital Key (at participating hotels) and no hidden fees, only when they book directly through Hilton.
DoubleTree by Hilton Kazan City Center is located at 21 Chernyshevskogo Street, Kazan, 420111. For more information or to make a reservation, visit Kazancitycenter.doubletree.com or telephone: +7 843 210 00 21.
Media can access additional information about the brand and other recent openings at the DoubleTree by Hilton Global Media Center at news.doubletree.com.
About DoubleTree By Hilton
With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 440 upscale hotels in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across six continents and nearly 40,000 rooms in the pipeline, 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. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in and choose their room. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may visit our brand website at http://www.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 96 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 4,500 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 745,000 rooms in 97 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 by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information.
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