Hilton Garden Inn expands presence in China with new property opening in Lijiang City

LIJIANG, CHINA - Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Worldwide's award winning brand of upscale yet affordable hotels, announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang as the first Hilton Worldwide property in Yunnan Province, China. Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang features 172 contemporary guest rooms, including four suites and 10 family rooms offering the latest in technology and ergonomic comfort to guests. The hotel is operated by Hilton Worldwide and owned by Yunnan Shili Property Development Co., Ltd.

"The opening of Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang is yet another milestone for our brand and Hilton Worldwide as we bring Hilton Garden Inn's signature service style and Satisfaction Promise TM to travelers in Yunnan Province," said Adrian Kurre, global head, Hilton Garden Inn. "Leveraging the worldwide strength of our brand name, we are combining superior value as well as Hilton warmth and hospitality to better meet the needs of aspirational, value-conscious travelers."

Overlooking the sacred Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and situated near major tourist attractions and shopping districts like Dayan Old Town and Seven Star Street, the hotel is only 30 kilometers away from Lijiang Sanyi International Airport, making it the perfect choice for leisure travelers visiting this charming city.

"We are delighted to introduce Hilton Worldwide's first property into Yunnan Province," said Bruce McKenzie, senior vice president of operations, Greater China and Mongolia, Hilton Worldwide. "As a world-renowned tourism hub, Lijiang's rich heritage and culture draw millions of domestic and international visitors each year. We are proud to offer smart, value-conscious travelers the option to stay at an award-winning, upper mid-scale branded hotel and experience cultural richness of this beautiful destination."

Guests at Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang can indulge in delicious local and international cuisine options without leaving the hotel. The all-day dining restaurant Garden Grille offers delicious cook to order breakfast, authenticSichuan and Yunnan cuisine as well as international favorites. The Noodle Bar is the perfect venue for freshly prepared noodles for both dining-in and takeaways. Guests can enjoy a refreshing cocktail to unwind at the Garden Bar and the Lounge Bar. In addition, the 24-hour onsite Pavilion Pantry offers an array of snacks and refreshing beverages.

Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang features a broad range of modern amenities, including generous work surfaces, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 24-hour business center, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. The hotel's 230 square meters of meeting space includes one multi-functional room, two meeting rooms and a boardroom; fully equipped to handle conventions, private wedding ceremonies and banquet events.

Hilton HHonors members will be able to earn and redeem points for their stay. This hotel offers 1,000 Hilton HHonors® points per night from January 1 to March 31, 2015 with an additional 5,000 points offered for any two-night stay. Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang is located at No. 1271, Shangri-La Avenue, Gucheng District, Yunnan Province, China.

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