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Situated within walking distance to Hobart’s
Central Business District (CBD), the waterfront, and the vibrant Salamanca
Place, the new hotel promises to be a standout addition to the city’s
hospitality landscape.
The new DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart will offer
guests a blend of modern comfort and convenience. The hotel will feature 206
well-appointed rooms, a restaurant and bar, two versatile meeting rooms, an
indoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Guests will have
easy access to Hobart’s famous markets, galleries and cafes, making it an ideal
location for both business and leisure travelers.
Paul Hutton, area vice president and head of
Australasia, Hilton, said, "We are thrilled to bring the DoubleTree by
Hilton experience to Hobart. This hotel is not only a testament to our
commitment to expanding our footprint in Australasia, but also our dedication
to providing exceptional hospitality in prime locations. With the property
situated closely to the CBD and the waterfront, our guests will have the best
of Hobart right at their doorstep."
Fragrance Group Chairman, James Koh, said, “We are
excited to bring yet another new brand offering to Tasmania with the very first
Hilton branded hotel and to deliver DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart, which will be
a unique addition to Hobart’s tourism offering. We can’t wait to unveil this
exquisite hotel to Tasmanians and those visiting the Hobart.”
“We are delighted to partner with Fragrance Group
to bring our award-winning brand DoubleTree by Hilton to Hobart, Tasmania,”
said Tushar Raniga, regional director, development, Australasia, Hilton. “This
signing highlights our strategy of positioning the right brands in the right
locations, with the right partner and DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart is set to
become a landmark in the city offering our guests a unique and immersive
experience of Hobart’s rich culture and history.”
The signing of DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart comes as
the award-winning brand surpasses 100 properties in Asia Pacific. With nearly
80 additional properties in the Asia Pacific pipeline, DoubleTree by Hilton
will contribute to Hilton's target to surpass 1,000 trading hotels in this
region by 2025.
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