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Hilton Hotels & Resorts Enters Peru with
Signing of New Build Lima Hotel
230-Room Hilton Lima Miraflores Scheduled to Open in 2012 LIMA, Peru & MCLEAN, Va.- September 21, 2010 -Hilton Worldwide has entered into a Franchise Agreement with J.G.J. Proyectistas S.A.C., a Real Estate Developer based in Lima, Peru, to introduce the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand to the Peruvian market with the 230-room new build Hilton Lima Miraflores. The hotel is scheduled to open in Q1 2012. �Now is a period of tremendous global growth for the Hilton brand and this partnership will create an exceptional property in Peru�s capital city,� said Dave Horton, global head, Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand. �With a population exceeding nine million people, Lima is a major market for international travel and key to our strong presence in South America.� Already under construction, Hilton Lima Miraflores is located in Miraflores, an upscale area of Lima known for its shopping areas, gardens, flower-filled parks, beaches and fine dining. The hotel�s close proximity to the MiraCorp Business Corporate Center and a thriving culinary scene makes it ideal for business and leisure travelers. As both the capital and largest city in Peru, rich in history and culture, Lima is an attractive destination. �We are delighted to work in partnership with Hilton Worldwide to bring the first Hilton hotel to Peru. With the city of Lima�s ever-increasing demand for upscale accommodations, we are positioned to be the number-one choice for travelers,� said Ursula Vargas, commercial chief, J.G.J. Proyectistas S.A.C. The hotel will reflect a sophisticated, modern Peruvian esthetic. Guests will have a choice of accommodations with 173 king or double queen rooms, 39 executive rooms, 17 suites, one Presidential suite, and executive floors with concierge service. The hotel will provide a great base for events and business travelers, with ten meeting rooms, a business center and a grand ballroom that accommodates 450 people. On premises there will also be a restaurant, lobby bar and Pisco bar, as well as a sky terrace with a pool, spa and fitness center. Hilton Hotels & Resorts is the global leader of hospitality and offers more than 530 hotels and resorts across six continents. The Hilton brand footprint includes 76 countries, more than any other full-service hotel brand. About Hilton Hotels & Resorts
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Also See: | Orient-Express Reopens the Miraflores Park Hotel in Lima, Peru, Following a $4.6 million Renovation and Expansion / April 2005 |