Hilton signs landmark deal for six Hotels in Sri Lanka | Sunday Observer

Hilton signs landmark deal for six Hotels in Sri Lanka

23 April, 2017

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) last week signed six management agreements with Melwa Hotels and Resorts Private Limited to manage three Hilton Hotels & Resorts and three DoubleTree by Hilton properties in Sri Lanka.

This latest milestone also marks the debut of the award-winning DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Sri Lanka and significantly expands Hilton’s presence in some of the most sought-after destinations in the country. The deal also bears testament to the global hospitality company’s growing footprint in the Asia Pacific.

The six new-build properties, including three resorts are scheduled to open between 2020 and 2021: Hilton Kandy Resort, Hilton Yala Resort and Spa, Hilton Kosgoda Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Nuwara-Eliya, DoubleTree by Hilton Colombo International Airport and DoubleTree by Hilton Negombo. “Our hotels are strategically located in the heart of key tourist destinations of Kandy, Yala, Kosgoda, Nuwara-Eliya, Colombo and Negombo, allowing them to reap the full benefits of the burgeoning growth in tourism in Sri Lanka,” said Guy Phillips, senior vice president, Development–Asia & Australasia, Hilton.

“We are pleased to be working with a partner of the experience and standing of Melwa Hotels & Resorts to advance our footprint within this dynamic country.” Given Sri Lanka’s rich natural and cultural heritage, tourism is a chief propellant of economic growth.

Sri Lanka’s tourism appeal is widely recognized, with the country ranked among the “Top 10 Coolest Countries” in the world to visit in 2015, by Forbes magazine.“We are delighted to add to our existing portfolio in Sri Lanka with our world class Hilton Hotels and Resorts and Double Treeby Hilton brands in highly attractive destinations within the country, and we look forward to welcoming guests with our renowned Hilton hospitality,” said Sean Wooden , vice president, brand management, Asia Pacific, Hilton.

“With few international hotel brands having a widespread presence throughout the country, Hilton will enjoy the first mover advantage in riding on Sri Lanka’s growth trajectory.”

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