MCLEAN, Virginia—DoubleTree by Hilton celebrated the opening of its 700th lodge and its growth into 60 nations and territories. Over the previous 12 months, the model welcomed greater than 40 new properties to its portfolio, marking main firsts—Hilton’s debut within the metropolis of Good, the nation of Laos, and the Azores Islands area, in addition to DoubleTree by Hilton’s debut in Malta. These latest additions carry DoubleTree’s international footprint to 60 nations and territories, representing greater than a tenfold enhance in international presence since 2008, when the model first expanded past the Americas into worldwide markets.
“Reaching our 700th property opening and increasing into 60 nations and territories highlights the energy of the DoubleTree by Hilton model, reflecting our unwavering dedication to delivering caring hospitality and remaining a trusted selection for contemporary enterprise and leisure vacationers worldwide,” stated Shawn McAteer, model chief, DoubleTree by Hilton. “Our continued progress in new and thrilling locations underscores our dedication to prioritizing the areas and human connections that make vacationers really feel at house irrespective of the place their journey takes them.”
DoubleTree by Hilton’s momentum will proceed with a pipeline of greater than 240 accommodations in improvement and 9 upcoming first-in-country and territory debuts in various markets. In Europe, the Center East, and Africa, the place DoubleTree has greater than 150 working accommodations at present, the model is anticipated to open its second resort property in Egypt with the DoubleTree by Hilton Mangroovy El Gouna Resort. Moreover, DoubleTree by Hilton Derry-Londonderry will bolster Hilton’s presence in Northern Eire, and in North Africa, DoubleTree by Hilton Casablanca Metropolis Centre will debut in Casablanca. With 115 properties throughout Asia Pacific, growth will proceed in China with new properties set to open in quickly rising city hubs resembling Zhengzhou and Yanji.
DoubleTree by Hilton additionally drives Hilton’s momentum by changing present properties into the DoubleTree portfolio. Within the first quarter of 2025, conversions accounted for about 40 p.c of Hilton’s practically 200 new openings, pushed largely by DoubleTree and the brand new premium economic system model Spark by Hilton.
“DoubleTree makes for an excellent conversion model because it presents the perfect of each worlds – bespoke design, robust international recognition, and confirmed capability to adapt to a variety of market wants,” stated McAteer. “The model is a brilliant selection for homeowners seeking to elevate their visitor choices with the facility of the Hilton engine behind them.”