MCLEAN, Va. – February 22, 2012 – Hampton Hotels announced the opening of the Hampton Inn by Hilton Ciudad del Carmen, featuring the brand’s Latin America prototype.  This latest addition, in the state of Campeche, will be managed by Hilton Worldwide and incorporates all the architectural and design elements of the brand’s model for Latin America, including “the hub,” a zoned environment that provides the ideal facilities for working, mingling, relaxing or enjoying a free hot breakfast.
 
Danny Hughes, senior vice president, Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America, Hilton Worldwide commented, “We are excited to debut the Hampton Inn by Hilton brand in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico, and continue growing our portfolio in this dynamic country.  Hilton Worldwide has a commitment to expand in Latin America by introducing our portfolio of brands to key markets.  Mexico continues to afford us the opportunity to do this successfully.”
 
Situated in the TAKIN Parque Corporativo 4 ½ complex, Hampton Inn by Hilton Ciudad del Carmen is just 10 minutes from the airport and located in the northern sector of the city, home to the newest housing developments, businesses and shopping.  The 120-room, six-story property is the city’s newest hotel and offers visitors comfortable and contemporary mid-priced accommodation, combined with the quality of the Hampton Inn by Hilton brand. 
 
“We are delighted to welcome the Hampton Inn by Hilton Ciudad del Carmen, an architecturally and design-focused hotel, to the brand’s growing portfolio,” said Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton brand management.  “We look forward to welcoming travelers to Ciudad del Carmen and satisfying every guest 100% of the time.”
 
The Ciudad del Carmen hotel offers a breakfast area, fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, bar and meeting space for guests to enjoy.  The TAKIN Parque Corporativo 4 ½ complex also features a seven-story office building, a restaurant and 300 parking spaces.  Both the Hampton Inn by Hilton Ciudad del Carmen and office building are on track to achieve “Core and Shell” LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environment Design) certification.
 
The Hampton Inn by Hilton Ciudad del Carmen participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only guest rewards program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® for the same stay and redeem points for free nights with No Blackout Dates at more than 3,800 hotels worldwide.
 
Hilton Worldwide currently has a portfolio of 25 hotels and resorts open and welcoming travelers in Mexico.   The company has eight hotels currently under development throughout the country and continues to actively pursue additional growth opportunities in Mexico.

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Hilton Worldwide is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For 93 years, Hilton Worldwide has offered 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. Its brands are comprised of more than 3,800 hotels and timeshare properties, with 630,000 rooms in 88 countries and include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages the world-class guest reward program Hilton HHonors®. Visit www.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide at www.facebook.com/hiltonworldwide, www.twitter.com/hiltonworldwide, www.youtube.com/hiltonworldwide, www.flickr.com/hiltonworldwide and www.linkedin.com/company/hilton-worldwide.