Doubletree Expands Dallas Portfolio with Hotel Opening in Richardson, Texas

Newest Texas Doubletree Location Perfectly Situated Along North Dallas Telecom
Corridor
RICHARDSON, Texas--(Business Wire)--
Doubletree Hotels has announced the opening of the 296-room Doubletree Hotel
Dallas/Richardson. Situated along the Richardson Telecom Corridor approximately
15 miles north of downtown Dallas, this newest Texas Doubletree location is just
minutes from the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) and more than 500 high-tech
and telecom companies.

The Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson is operated by Taraz Kooh, LLC, under a
franchise agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide.

"The opening of the Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson is another ideal addition
to our current collection of four hotels across the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex,"
said Rob Palleschi, global head for Doubletree Hotels. "With operations centers
and offices for such well-known companies as Nortel, Texas Instruments, Samsung,
Fujitsu, AT&T and Verizon nearby, as well as easy highway access along the North
Central Expressway, the Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson will be a rewarding
place to stay for corporate travelers and a great gathering place for the
Richardson community."

The hotel`s guest rooms, suites and executive floor accommodations have been
tastefully updated for comfort and convenience with an array of preferred
guestroom amenities. Along with complimentary wireless high-speed Internet
access, other residential style guestroom features include the Sweet Dreams by
Doubletree bedding package, complimentary wireless and wired high-speed internet
access, 32" flat screen TVs, MP3 compatible stereo clock radios, and Wolfgang
Puck gourmet coffee service and Neutrogena® bath and body products.

With more than 11,700 square feet of expanded event space, the Doubletree Hotel
Dallas/Richardson offers the spacious, 6,900 sq. ft. Texas Star Ballroom, which
can accommodate social receptions of more than 700 guests with ease. An array of
additional small-to-medium-sized meeting rooms also is equipped with exceptional
presentation and communications technology for corporate training sessions and
business meetings. Combined with a professional conference services team and a
24-hour self-service Business Center, the Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson can
customize many events and meetings with superior service and value.

There is no shortage of world class dining in the North Dallas and Richardson
communities, but guests can enjoy the convenience of hotel dining at the
Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson without giving up quality and ambiance. The
Doubletree Breakfast buffet helps guests start the day right with an extensive
array of hot, cold and cooked-to-order selections. The lively Connected Cactus
bistro serves up the finest in Southwest regional cuisine using fresh, local
ingredients for lunch and dinner daily. Friends or associates may decide to
reconnect at the end of the day at The Cyber Lounge, featuring complimentary
wireless HSIA, nightly Happy Hour specials and broadcast sporting events on the
Lounge`s multiple TVs.

For guests who want to keep their workout program on track while traveling, a
state-of-the-art fitness facility equipped with the latest in cardio and weight
training equipment by Precor® Fitness is available. An outdoor swimming pool and
patio are also a refreshing way to relax at the Doubletree Hotel
Dallas/Richardson.

Members of the Hilton HHonors ® guest rewards program can Double Dip® and earn
both airline miles and hotel points for every qualifying stay at the Doubletree
Hotel Dallas/Richardson. Hilton HHonors is the only guest rewards program that
allows members to earn Points & Miles® for the same stay and redeem hotels
points for free nights with No Blackout Dates. With No Blackout Dates, members
can redeem their Hilton HHonors points, as long as a standard room is
available*.

"Our proud hotel team welcomes business and leisure travelers to stay with us
when visiting North Dallas` dynamic suburbs. At our Doubletree hotel, guests can
enjoy our true Texas hospitality, state-of-the-art conference facilities and
contemporary accommodations - all of which begins every time with the Doubletree
brand`s legendary warm chocolate chip cookie welcome," remarked Hamid Mori,
hotel general manager.

Located just 30 minutes from both DFW International and Dallas Love Field
Airports, the Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson is located at 1981 North
Central Expressway, Richardson, Texas 75080. For more information on the
Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson, visit the hotel`s website at
www.dallasrichardson.doubletree.com, call l-800-222-TREE in the U.S. and Canada
or contact the hotel directly at 972-644-4000.

About Doubletree Hotels

With a growing collection of contemporary, upscale accommodations in more than
200 gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations worldwide,
Doubletree hotels and resorts are distinctively designed properties that provide
true comfort to today`s business and leisure travelers. From the millions of
delighted hotel guests who are welcomed with the brand`s legendary, warm
chocolate chip cookies at check-in to the advantages of the award-winning Hilton
HHonors guest reward program, each Doubletree guest receives a satisfying stay
wherever their travels take them.

Doubletree is part of Hilton Worldwide, a leading global hospitality company,
spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to
extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 90 years, Hilton Worldwide has
been offering business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations,
service, amenities and value. The company is dedicated to continuing its
tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.
Our brands are comprised of more than 3,300 hotels in 79 countries and include
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton, Doubletree,
Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Homewood Suites
by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also
manages the world-class guest reward program, Hilton HHonors. To find out more
information or make reservations at any Doubletree hotel, travelers may visit
our website at www.doubletree.com, contact their preferred travel professional
or call 1-800-222-TREE in the U.S. and Canada.

* - Hilton HHonors membership, earning of Points & Miles, and redemption of
points are subject to HHonors Terms and conditions.

Doubletree Hotels Media Relations
Thomas Wingham, 703-883-5315
thomas.wingham@hilton.com
or
Doubletree Hotel Dallas/Richardson
Hamid Mori, 972-644-4000
hamid.mori@hilton.com

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