DoubleTree by Hilton Brings Signature Welcome and Warm Hospitality to Phuket, Thailand

Located in the heart of Patong, the 290-room DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort, offers holidaymakers convenient access to all Phuket has to offer

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PHUKET, THAILAND AND MCLEAN, VA. - Media OutReach - 5
September 2019 - DoubleTree
by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort opens its doors today, welcoming travelers looking for an idyllic
getaway in Phuket, a destination known for its spectacular beaches and glorious
tropical weather. The opening marks the brand’s second hotel in the country
after DoubleTree by Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok.

“As the DoubleTree brand celebrates its 50^th
anniversary this year, we are thrilled to welcome DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket
Banthai Resort into our fast-growing portfolio of more than 560 hotels across
45 countries,” said Shawn McAteer, senior vice president and global brand head,
DoubleTree by Hilton. “Of the more than 200 DoubleTree hotels in our pipeline,
nearly half are located in the Asia-Pacific region, providing an ideal
destination for business and leisure travelers in key economic centers and
tourist spots across the region. Guests at this perfectly-situated hotel will
enjoy a wide range of leisure and adventure options, while experiencing our
thoughtful and personalised service, beginning with our famous, warm DoubleTree
Cookie welcome.”

DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort enjoys
one of the best locations in the heart of Patong, directly opposite a white
sandy beach facing the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. It is also close to
all of Phuket’s major attractions: located within close walking distance are
Soi Bangla, the heart of Phuket’s nightlife; Central Patong Shopping Center;
Jungceylon Shopping Center and Baan Zaan night market. The resort is a 30-minute
and 60-minute drive to Phuket town and Phuket International Airport
respectively.

“Thailand is enjoying healthy year-on-year tourism
growth and we’re seeing key resort locations receiving increasing interest from
both business and leisure travelers. We are delighted to be expanding our
presence in Phuket, one of the country’s most visited resort destinations, with
the entry of our DoubleTree by Hilton brand which underscores our commitment to
this travel market,” said Paul Hutton, vice president, operations,
South East Asia, Hilton. “As we continue to grow our portfolio of brands across
Thailand, we look forward to welcoming guests with the outstanding levels of
hospitality Hilton is known for.”  

Offering 290 spacious guest rooms and suites which
range from 35 to 350 square meters, every guest room at DoubleTree by Hilton
Phuket Banthai Resort features a private balcony or terrace area overlooking
the tranquil resort gardens and one of the three main swimming pools. The hotel
is also the first Hilton hotel in Phuket to introduce the propriety Digital Key
technology. Digital Key, in conjunction with digital check-in with room
selection, is available exclusively through the award-winning Hilton Honors app
and offers the hospitality industry’s first-and-only opportunity for travelers
to select the exact room they want based on both the hotel layout and its
outside surroundings.

Guests can relax at one of the three large
free-form swimming pools, work out at the 24/7 fitness center or soak in the
sun at the popular Patong beach across the resort. DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket
Banthai Resort also offers five restaurant and bar options:

• The Port, an
  all-day dining restaurant, serves an eclectic mix of international and Thai
  cuisine with locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can select between indoor or
  alfresco seating for lunch or dinner. 
• Guests can start their
  day with a hearty DoubleTree breakfast served daily at The Shore. Buffet; a-la-carte options are also available.
• For guests looking
  to sip on handcrafted cocktails, savour some light snacks or a well-brewed
  coffee, choose from either the Lobby
  Bar, Blah Blah Bar with outdoor seating overlooking the Patong Beach or three swim-up pool bars with submerged
  seats while enjoying the pleasant tropical weather.

The resort is ideal for small-and-medium sized meetings,
events or celebrations with the renovated Andaman function venue that can
accommodate up to 396 guests. Offering a generous space of 400-square meters, an
eight-meter ceiling height and a dedicated foyer, it is equipped with the
latest audiovisual equipment and can be divided into two venues by an operable
wall.

DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort is part
of Hilton
Honors, the award-winning
guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 17 distinct hotel brands. Members who book
directly on the resort’s website will have access to instant benefits,
including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any
combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount
and free standard Wi-Fi.

To celebrate the resort’s opening, Hilton Honors
members will earn an additional 5,000 Honors points[i]
for bookings of 3 nights or more until December 15, 2019, when booking directly
with Hilton. For more information, or to make a reservation, guests may visit DoubleTree by
Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort or call +66-76-340850.

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About DoubleTree by Hilton

DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of more than 565 upscale
hotels with more than 130,000 rooms across six continents. Over the past 50
years, DoubleTree by Hilton has maintained its philosophy that it’s the little
things that make a big difference, from welcoming guests with its
signature, warm DoubleTree Cookie, to serving the local community. Thanks
to the dedication of its Team Members, DoubleTree by Hilton ensures the absolute
best experiences for guests and continues to be a symbol of comfort through
contemporary accommodations and amenities, including unique food and beverage
experiences, state-of-the-art fitness offerings, and meetings and event spaces.
Hilton
Honors members who book directly through
preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. To make
reservations, travelers may visit doubletree.com. Connect with DoubleTree by Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Learn about the latest brand news at newsroom.hilton.com/doubletree.

About
Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality
company with a portfolio of 17 world-class brands comprising nearly 5,900 properties with more
than 939,000 rooms, in 114 countries and territories. Dedicated to
fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company, Hilton earned
a spot on the 2018 world’s best workplaces list, and has welcomed more than 3
billion guests in its 100-year history. Through the award-winning guest loyalty
program Hilton Honors, more than 94 million members who book directly with
Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy, plus
enjoy instant benefits, including digital check-in with room selection, Digital
Key, and Connected Room. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton
on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.