Hilton Worldwide Opens Its First Hotel in Yantai, Shandong Province

YANTAI, China and MCLEAN, Va., May 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) and Hilton Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Hilton Yantai Golden Coast, marking Hilton's debut in Yantai. Hilton Yantai Golden Coast is owned by Yantai Dongyin Golden Coast Hospitality Co. Ltd and managed by Hilton Worldwide.

"Hilton Worldwide is proud to add Yantai to the growing list of key destinations where we have established at presence. Hilton Yantai Golden Coast is a great flagship hotel in an important economic zone with strong fundamentals and a positive outlook," said Bruce McKenzie, senior vice president, operations, Greater China & Mongolia, Hilton Worldwide.

Hilton Yantai Golden Coast is a 409-room hotel, located in the Yantai Economic and Technological Development Area. Besides being in close proximity to Fortune 500 companies, Hilton Yantai Golden Coast also overlooks Golden Beach. In addition, the hotel is near the city's shopping district and only 25 kilometers from Yantai Penglai International Airport. Guests of Hilton Yantai Golden Coast will also enjoy easy access to popular attractions including 37 Degree Dream Sea Water Park, Changyu Castle Winery, Cishan Hot Spring and Penglai Pavilion.

"Hilton Hotels & Resorts is ready to set the standard for hospitality in Yantai. Hilton Yantai Golden Coast combines world-class service with meticulous design and thoughtful amenities and services, ensuring that it is well positioned to deliver memorable travel experiences and become the top choice for international and domestic travelers," said Sean Wooden, vice president, brand management, APAC, Hilton Worldwide.

The spacious and stylish guest rooms of Hilton Yantai Golden Coast offer modern amenities including 43-inch LED TVs and all rooms have panoramic sea views or views of the hotel's manicured courtyard. Guests who stay in Executive rooms will enjoy exclusive access to the Executive Lounge, which serves complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and Happy Hour canapes in the evening.

With 12 multi-function meeting rooms, as well as two ballrooms with sea views, Hilton Yantai Golden Coast offers over 3,900 square meters of flexible meeting and banqueting space that can be configured to suit various kinds of events, from gala dinners and plenary sessions to board meetings. All of these spaces are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and the latest in audio-visual technology. A business center provides secretarial and business services, while a dedicated hotel team offers on-site support. Recreational facilities at Hilton Yantai Golden Coast include an indoor swimming pool, a 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop tennis court and activity rooms where guests can play mahjong.

Hilton Yantai Golden Coast also has three innovative restaurants and a bar. All-day dining restaurant OPEN features impressive buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a delectable à la carte menu. Guests can indulge in Western and Asian favorites, while watching the chefs showcase their skills at interactive cooking stations. Yuxi Chinese restaurant takes inspiration from its name, which means 'Emperor's imperial seal', offering authentic Chinese cuisine including traditional Huaiyang and Jiaodong dishes. With 13 lavish private dining rooms, Yuxi provides the ideal setting for both business events and family gatherings. Nodu specialty restaurant serves affordable local specialties, including tempting 'one-bowl options', in a five-star environment. And at the Lobby Lounge, guests can watch sports, enjoy music or conduct casual business meetings while enjoying a selection of coffees, fruit-based drinks and beers, as well as salads and snacks.

Hilton Yantai Golden Coast participates in Hilton HHonors^®, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide. The program is open to all guests and free to join. To mark the hotel's opening, Hilton HHonors members who stay at the hotel between May 31, 2016 and November 30, 2016 will earn 1,000 bonus points per night. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including an exclusive member rate that can't be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi, digital check-in and HHonors Points.

Hilton Yantai Golden Coast is located at No.1 Ningbo Road, Yantai Economic and Technological Development Area, 264006, China. For more information or to make a reservation, please call +86 535 610 7777 or visit www.yantaigoldencoast.hilton.com.

Media may learn more about the hotel and download high-resolution images at news.hilton.com/yantaigoldencoast. More information on recent and upcoming Hilton Hotels & Resorts openings is available at news.hilton.com/openings. To view an interactive map featuring the Hilton Hotels & Resorts development pipeline, visit news.hilton.com/map.

About Hilton Hotels & Resorts

For nearly a century, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has been proudly welcoming the world's travelers. With more than 570 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts provides the foundation for memorable travel experiences and values every guest who walks through its doors. As the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide, Hilton Hotels & Resorts continues to set the standard for hospitality, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests' evolving needs. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is a part of the award-winning Hilton HHonors program. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels receive instant benefits, including an exclusive discount that can't be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi and digital amenities like digital check-in with room selection and Digital Key available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app. Access the latest at news.hilton.com and begin your journey at www.hilton.com or www.hilton.com/offers for the latest hotel specials.

About Hilton Worldwide

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprising more than 4,660 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties with nearly 765,000 rooms in 102 countries and territories. For 96 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including preferred pricing, free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn and Instagram. 

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