Seattle, Washington, May 27, 2015— The Hotel Group (THG), a nationally recognized Top 40 hotel company, has been named management company for the new Hilton Garden Inn scheduled to open this summer in downtown Seattle. This agreement will mark THG’s fifth hotel in the Greater Seattle area, and the first in partnership with Touchstone Corporation. The property is within walking distance of the convention center and features 222 guest rooms and six suites.

As part of the Hilton Worldwide Portfolio of Brands, the hotel impresses visitors at first glance with a glamorous two-story atrium lobby, a unique saltwater swimming pool, the latest equipment in the 24-hour fitness center and tastefully decorated rooms that will be ideally lit with natural light. The Hilton Garden Inn is set to offer both the business and leisure traveler everything they could desire while staying at the property so they can relax as well as stay productive. Guests can unwind in the bar and enjoy all American comfort cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the onsite restaurant or pick up a snack in the 24-hour Pavilion Pantry®. The property also features three meeting rooms totaling over 2,000 square feet, a board room and a 24-hour business center.

“We are extremely pleased to be a part of this hotel launch and to be managing a highly desirable property in the Seattle market. The hotel is backed by the Hilton Garden Inn Promise which states they are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure guests are satisfied,” stated Lara Latture, Chief Operating Officer of The Hotel Group. “That promise aligns perfectly with our philosophy of Hospitality Greatness and reflects our focus on integrity with our partners and customers. We are fully committed to the success of this hotel and to providing an outstanding experience for guests as soon as they walk through the door.”

The hotel’s central location to downtown Seattle provides guests with a convenient way to enjoy a vast array of shopping opportunities, bars and restaurants. Travelers will also be able to visit attractions like the Seattle Space Needle, Pike Place Market, the Olympic Sculpture Park, EMP Museum and Chihuly Garden and Glass, all easily accessible from the property.

The Hotel Group celebrated a momentous 30th anniversary in 2014 and is extremely proud to deliver the best in quality, value and service while respecting client partners and encouraging associate growth. Over the many years serving the industry, The Hotel Group has grown into the clear leader of both hotel ownership and management.