Hilton Hand-Picks Southern Gem to Join Global Collection of Distinctive Hotels
MCLEAN, Va. - Tuesday, December 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]
(BUSINESS
WIRE) - Hilton Worldwide today welcomed The Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill
to its growing global brand, Curio – A Collection by Hilton. Selected
for its strong connection to the community and tradition of excellence
among guests, The Franklin Hotel Chapel Hill offers travelers the local
discovery and authentic travel experiences at the core of the Curio
brand.
“The local charm and intimate feel of The Franklin is exactly
what we’re seeking when hand-picking new members of our Curio
collection,” said Dianna Vaughan, global head, Curio – A Collection by
Hilton. “The hotel is already a favorite among travelers to the area.
Through the Curio brand partnership, we intend to preserve what makes
The Franklin so unique while also offering new opportunities for both
the hotel owners and guests through the assurance of the Hilton name,
and the benefits of our invaluable HHonors loyalty program.”
On
historic Franklin Street, right in the heart of downtown, The Franklin
Hotel Chapel Hill marries classic European-inspired architecture and
modern furnishings with personalized hospitality. Exceptional guest
rooms feature furnished terraces overlooking downtown, while inside an
extensive pillow menu and Egyptian cotton linens ensure a restful
night’s sleep. In addition to 60 standard guest rooms, the hotel has two
presidential suites and five executive suites for those seeking even
more space and luxury. Taking the extra step to anticipate and fulfill
guests’ needs, a stay at The Franklin includes complimentary parking,
breakfast and Wi-Fi. Future guests can also expect exciting updates to
the hotel’s public spaces, which are slated to take place throughout
2015.
“Our guests love the uncommonly personalized attention that we
deliver upon each visit,” said Jay Patel, co-owner, Wintergreen
Hospitality and The Franklin Hotel. “Joining Curio—which by definition
maintains the independent feel of each of its hotels—allows us to bring
this unique and proactive form of hospitality to an even wider audience
thanks to reach of the Hilton name.”
Just 25-minutes from the airport
by car, The Franklin is adjacent to the University of North Carolina at
Chapel Hill and is walking distance to many top restaurants, businesses
and attractions, including Ackland Museum, Morehead Planetarium, Dean
Smith Center, Research Triangle Park and Cat’s Cradle.
The hotel is
home to two dining options. For complimentary breakfast, guests
congregate on the second floor at Windows, which serves cooked-to-order
favorites in addition to a hot and cold buffet. Roberts, a bistro-lounge
with the only covered outdoor seating on Franklin Street, offers a
savory selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads, flatbread pizzas and
desserts. Diners enjoy weekly live music performances and Wi-Fi
throughout the restaurant. For private events, 3,000 square feet of
flexible banquet and meeting space is available including a Grand
Terrace ballroom with floor-to-ceiling windows.
Existing reservations
are intact at The Franklin Chapel Hill, and current and future guests
may immediately begin using and redeeming Hilton HHonors® points.
Customers may book new reservations by visiting www.hhonors.com,
www.franklinhotelnc.com or calling 1-800-HILTONS. The property will be
bookable on www.curiocollection.com as of December 2, 2014.
As
members of the Hilton Worldwide portfolio, Curio hotels will offer
guests the benefits of Hilton HHonors, the award-winning guest-loyalty
program serving more than 40 million members. Hilton HHonors offers more
ways to redeem points than any other guest-loyalty program.
More
information about Curio may be found at curiocollection.com. Media may
access high resolution images and more information by visiting
news.curiocollection.com.
Read more about Hilton Worldwide and its brand news at www.hiltonworldwide.com.
About Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Curio
– A Collection by Hilton (curiocollection.com) is a global collection
of distinctive hotels that are woven into the fabric of their
destinations. While each one is unique, they are united in their
individuality. Curio guests are passionate travelers seeking local
discovery and authentic experiences, while resting easier knowing the
Hilton name is behind every stay.
Curio joins a portfolio of
market-leading brands from Hilton Worldwide, a leading global
hospitality company. Access the latest news at news.curiocollection.com
or inquire about development opportunities at
hiltonworldwide.com/development.
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 4,200 managed,
franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more
than 690,000 rooms in 93 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®. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com more
information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at
www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide,
www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and
www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.
Contacts
MEDIA:
Hilton Worldwide
Jacqueline Toppings
+1-703-883-5381
jacqueline.toppings@hilton.com
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