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Hilton Phoenix Airport Completes Multi-Million Dollar Renovations With Sophisticated Remodel and Modern
New Suites and Amenities

“We have reimagined every aspect of the guest experience, and transformed the Hilton Phoenix Airport with this extensive redesign and renovation project,” said Mark Gallagher, general manager of the property.  “By blending a striking new design scheme and new technologies with the service standards that have made our property a longtime favorite of business and leisure travelers alike, we have significantly enhanced a unique hotel that features airport convenience with a resort-style guest experience.”

Sweet Rooms and Suite Dreams
The Hilton Phoenix Airport has completely transformed each of its 259 guestrooms, including 10 suites. The comprehensive refurbishments include Hilton’s latest Suite Dreams bedding, contemporary furnishings, mini-refrigerators, custom lighting, flat-panel LCD TVs, artwork and all-new bathrooms with modern fixtures and Peter Thomas Roth bath amenities.  Utilizing a color palette of whites, beiges and warm desert tones, the rooms offer a tranquil environment and refreshing guest experience.

The renovation also encompasses the all-new Executive Lounge, serving complimentary continental breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres to HHonors Gold and Diamond members as well as guests seeking a concierge level experience.

Warm, Welcoming & Modern
With a contemporary perspective on the needs of the modern traveler, the lobby of the Hilton Phoenix Airport has been reconfigured and redesigned. Guest-friendly registration pods ensure speedy check-ins with personalized service.  With high-speed Internet and latest generation computers, the Connectivity Lounge is equipped to accommodate guests’ technological needs whether they are finalizing an important presentation or uploading vacation photos.

Designed to embrace the beauty of the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape, the lobby utilizes glass, stone and cool warm tones to effectively blend natural beauty with contemporary design elements.

Providing guests an extensive array of amenities for a resort-style experience, the Hilton Phoenix Airport offers complimentary valet, 24-hour airport shuttle, same-day laundry services and a variety of dining options. On-the-go guests may purchase premium Starbucks coffee and pastries from the new Brewed Awakenings. Other dining options include Rennick’s Restaurant for all day dining with a Southwestern flair, or the recently renovated Rimrock Bar & Grille featuring handcrafted cocktails and a full dinner menu.

Meet in Sonoran Style
A redesign of all 10,000 square feet of versatile meeting and function space continue the hotel’s new style and connection to the Arizona natural environment.  With new carpeting, wall coverings and fixtures, all function space – including the Grand Ballroom and tiered Amphitheatre – now feature a palette of warm earth tones, gold and greys.  In addition to striking new aesthetics, the function space features state-of-the-art presentation technology and connectivity.

A longtime favorite for business and leisure travelers, the Hilton Phoenix Airport is located just 1.5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor, with close proximity to downtown Phoenix, the Mill Avenue District in downtown Tempe and Arizona State University. Other nearby attractions include professional and collegiate sports complexes, museums, galleries, shopping, casinos and championship golf.  For more information on the Hilton Phoenix Airport or to make a reservation, visit www.phoenixairport.hilton.com or call 480-894-1600.

Designing the property transformation was BCDG Studios, a Virginia-based firm that specializes in hospitality interior design projects.

The property is owned by Waramaug Hospitality, Interstate Hotels & Resorts and an institutional alternate asset manager.

About Waramaug Hospitality
Waramaug Hospitality is a privately held investment group focused on acquiring legacy branded assets throughout the United States. Specializing in hotels with a unique turnaround story, Waramaug has utilized its wealth of resources to create a track record in successfully rebranding, repositioning and renovating assets to reach their full potential and become market leaders.

About Interstate Hotels & Resorts
The Hilton Phoenix Airport is managed by Interstate Hotels & Resorts.  Interstate Hotels & Resorts, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of a 50/50 joint venture between subsidiaries of Thayer Lodging Group and Jin Jiang Hotels, is the leading U.S.-based global hotel management company, operating branded full and select-service hotels and resorts, convention centers and independent hotels worldwide. Interstate and its affiliates manage 440 hotels with more than 81,000 rooms in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, with ownership interest in 31 hotels. In addition, Interstate has executed agreements to manage 39 hotels with over 6,400 rooms under construction or development throughout the world. For more information about Interstate Hotels & Resorts worldwide, please visit www.interstatehotels.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 95 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company’s portfolio of eleven world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,100 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 685,000 rooms in 92 countries and territories, including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Curio – A Collection by Hilton, 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 an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®.

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