SIGHISOARA, Romania and MCLEAN, Va. – Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler. This opening marks the company's debut in Sighisoara and the sixth property in its portfolio in Romania.

DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler joins 70 other DoubleTree by Hilton properties open across Europe.The refurbished, upscale hotel features 74 modern guest rooms including suites and loft rooms. It is located in Sighisoara, a sixteenth century medieval town in Transylvania, Romania. Sighisoara's historic centre is a World Heritage site and the town is a popular tourist destination due to its well-preserved medieval architecture, particularly its beautiful citadel. Visitors can explore the citadel's nine towers including the landmark Sighisoara Clock Tower, ornate churches and Vlad Dracula's house. DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler is within walking distance of the town's major attractions and is also easily accessible from Romania's international airports.

Guests can dine at Terasa Domnitei restaurant which offers stunning views of the Citadel, have snacks and cocktails at the Lobby Bar, or taste traditional Romanian cuisine and international dishes at Don Quijote restaurant. In addition, the hotel's mulitfunctional meeting space can host up to 300 people. Natural light streams into the meeting space, which can also be made into a pillarless ballroom.

"We are delighted to have opened this hotel which joins two other DoubleTree by Hilton properties in Romania," said Dianna Vaughan, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton and Curio – A Collection by Hilton. "DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler will offer the welcoming comforts and hospitality common to all DoubleTree by Hilton hotels, starting with a warm chocolate chip cookie welcome upon arrival and continuing with excellent service throughout a guest's stay."

The hotel offers extensive leisure and business facilities. At the spa, guests can select from a range of treatments including Turkish Hammam massage. The spa features a relaxation area, luxurious changing rooms and a dry and wet sauna. Guests can also take a dip in the indoor pool overlooking the citadel, or exercise at the modern, 24-hour fitness center.

"DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler is ideal for travellers to Sighisoara seeking a trusted international hotel brand," said Marius Tatar, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler. "With its range of facilties, the hotel is perfectly placed to cater to both leisure and business travellers. We look forward to welcoming guests to the property."

DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler participates in Hilton HHonors®, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton Worldwide. The program is open to all guests and free to join. 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.

DoubleTree by Hilton Sighisoara – Cavaler is located at 6, Consiliul Europei St., Sighisoara, 545400, Romania. For more information, or to make a reservation,

Telephone: +40-365-085555 or visit here to book.