MCLEAN, Virginia—DoubleTree by Hilton celebrated the opening of its 700th lodge and its enlargement into 60 international locations 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 current additions carry DoubleTree’s world footprint to 60 international locations and territories, representing greater than a tenfold improve in world presence since 2008, when the model first expanded past the Americas into worldwide markets.
“Reaching our 700th property opening and increasing into 60 international locations 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,” mentioned Shawn McAteer, model chief, DoubleTree by Hilton. “Our continued development in new and thrilling locations underscores our dedication to prioritizing the areas and human connections that make vacationers really feel at dwelling irrespective of the place their journey takes them.”
DoubleTree by Hilton’s momentum will proceed with a pipeline of greater than 240 motels in growth and 9 upcoming first-in-country and territory debuts in numerous markets. In Europe, the Center East, and Africa, the place DoubleTree has greater than 150 working motels presently, 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, enlargement will proceed in China with new properties set to open in quickly rising city hubs equivalent to Zhengzhou and Yanji.
DoubleTree by Hilton additionally drives Hilton’s momentum by changing current properties into the DoubleTree portfolio. Within the first quarter of 2025, conversions accounted for roughly 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 very best of each worlds – bespoke design, robust world recognition, and confirmed capability to adapt to a variety of market wants,” mentioned McAteer. “The model is a brilliant selection for house owners seeking to elevate their visitor choices with the facility of the Hilton engine behind them.”