Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Hotelaria Brasil today announced the signing of a strategic development agreement for Hotelaria Brasil to initially develop five franchised Hampton by Hilton hotels in the country - which represents the debut of the brand in the country. The announcement highlights Hilton's commitment to expand throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as reinforcing the momentum of the medium-high brand with 139 openings worldwide in 2017, including Hampton hotels in the Dominican Republic, Colombia, Mexico and Uruguay. As part of this agreement, the companies have confirmed that the first hotel is scheduled to open in 2019 at the Guarulhos airport in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
"While we continue to look for growth opportunities in the Caribbean and Latin America, Brazil has remained a very relevant market since it has the largest economy in South America," said Shruti Gandhi Buckley, global director of Hampton by Hilton. . "We are very pleased to partner with Hotelaria Brasil in the launch of Hampton by Hilton in Brazil and add Guarulhos airport to our more than 45 Hampton hotels currently open and that already receive guests throughout the region."
With 160 rooms and an estimated opening date of early 2019, the Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport is less than 3.5 kilometers from the airport. In addition to Hampton's global commitment to offering unparalleled service to guests in its category, the hotel will feature a restaurant serving three meals a day with a local and international menu; bar / lounge; fitness center; Event space for up to 300 guests and complimentary transportation to the airport. The contemporary design of local inspiration and the functional rooms combined with activated public areas, will differentiate Hampton from other hotel brands.
"We recognize the value of working with a respected hotel company such as Hilton, particularly because our vision of providing intuitive service and quality accommodations to travelers is aligned with our standards," said Marcio Lacerda, CEO of Hotelaria Brasil. "With plans to offer five Hampton by Hilton properties in Brazil, we are honored to grow our portfolio in partnership with Hilton and we are confident that it will be the beginning of a great relationship."
"With Hampton by Hilton, our hotel in Guarulhos, we will provide business and leisure travelers alike with quality accommodation and the exceptional experience they expect to receive. We will offer an attentive and efficient service for those who visit Sao Paulo, "said Sami Moussalli, president of the Board of Directors of Hotelaria Brasil.
As part of Hilton, Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport will participate in Hilton Honors, the award-winning loyalty program for guests of the 14 different Hilton brands. Members who book directly have access to instant benefits, including a flexible sliding payment system that allows members to choose almost any combination of Points and money to reserve a stay with a member-exclusive discount.
Hilton currently has a portfolio of more than 130 hotels and resorts open to receive travelers in the Caribbean and Latin America. The company is actively seeking additional growth opportunities in the Caribbean and Latin America and currently has a strong portfolio of approximately 80 projects throughout the region.