MCLEAN, Virginia & NEW DELHI, India, 10 December 2009 � Hilton Worldwide has opened the doors of the first Hilton Garden Inn in the Asia Pacific region, marking the latest addition to the brand�s portfolio of nearly 500 hotels worldwide.
 
�This hotel is expected to be the first of many Hilton Garden Inn hotels in the country, responding to the tremendous demand from the business and corporate travel segment for focused service hotel products in India, both from domestic and international travelers. The Hilton Garden Inn is already a market leader in the US and we are thrilled to be introducing its award-winning mix of business-driven accommodation, great food & beverage offering, convenience and comfort to our guests in India,� said Martin Rinck, President � Asia Pacific, Hilton Worldwide.

The Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi/Saket is owned by Saket Courtyard Hospitality Private Limited and is managed by Hilton Worldwide under the award-winning Hilton Garden Inn brand.

�We aim to complement India�s ever-expanding business travel industry with quality service and cost efficiency. The Hilton Garden Inn has been awarded numerous guest satisfaction awards, and the experience from other markets will give us an upper-hand in anticipating, understanding and catering to guests requirements while remaining flexible to the region�s needs�, commented Monisha Dewan, General Manager of Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi/Saket.

Team Members and the Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi/Saket in the background

Nestled amidst the bustle of DLF Place Mall in Saket, the heart of New Delhi�s shopping and recreation district, the hotel provides immediate access to an exciting retail and entertainment complex.

Just 30 minutes drive from New Delhi�s Indira Gandhi International Airport, the hotel is also in close proximity to business districts such as Nehru Place, Okhla and Jasola, where local and multinational companies are headquartered. For business travelers keen to take in some local culture, or leisure travelers exploring New Delhi�s wonders, the Hilton Garden Inn is proximate to the Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple and the Humanyun Tomb.
 
The Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi/Saket features 114 guest rooms equipped with a range of unique lifestyle amenities including:

• Self-adjusting, pressure-relieving Garden Sleep System� bed.
• In-room work space with a clutter-free desk and ergonomic Mirra® chair designed by Herman Miller.
• Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet access.
• Secure and remote printing to the hotel�s complimentary 24-hour business center.
• 24-hour Pavilion Pantry� convenience shop featuring a variety of snack options, microwaveable meals, a selection of beverage options and sundries. 

Recreational facilities comprise an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and whirlpool, state-of-the-art fitness centre by Precor® and Stay Fit Kits� for in-room work outs.  

Adrian Kurre, Global Head, Hilton Garden Inn, commented, �As Hilton Garden Inn continues its remarkable growth in countries around the world, we are delighted to debut our brand that embodies value and global consistency in New Delhi. We have conducted extensive research to ensure our brand will meet the needs of business and leisure travelers in India and we are confident the many benefits we offer will be well liked by our guests around the world�. 

The all-day dining restaurant and bar, the India Grill was conceptualized for India, offering a plethora of freshly prepared local and international dishes from interactive kitchens. Whether a guest is looking for local cuisine from the Tandoor or a selection of pizzas, this striking open concept kitchen offers something for all palates.  

About Hilton Garden Inn 
Hilton Garden Inn is an award-winning, upscale mid-market brand that continually strives to ensure today�s busy travelers have everything they need to be most productive on the road � from complimentary wired and Wi-Fi Internet access in all guestrooms and PrinterOn mobile printing to the hotel�s complimentary 24-hour business center to one of the most comfortable beds you will ever experience with the Garden Sleep System. So whether on the road for personal or business reasons, Hilton Garden Inn offers the amenities and services for travelers to sleep deep, stay fit, eat well and work smart while away from home.  To find out more about Hilton Garden Inn locations throughout Europe, North America, Central America, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa, visit HGI.com. When tomorrow is a big day, stay HGI tonight.

For more information about the company, please visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.