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News • North Carolina • United States • 2011-12-14

DoubleTree by Hilton Opens New Location Near North Carolina State University Along With Completion of $4 Million Hotelwide Renovation DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University Offers Outstanding Downtown Raleigh Location for Leisure and Business Travelers in the State Capitol

RALEIGH, N.C. (December 14, 2011) – DoubleTree by Hilton has announced the opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University in Raleigh, N.C. Located two blocks from both North Carolina State University and the Cameron Village Shopping Center with more than 100 shops and restaurants, the 190-room, full-service hotel is located less than one mile from the State Capitol, the Raleigh Convention Center, Glenwood South Entertainment District, Marbles Kids Museum, Museum of Natural Sciences, Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts and numerous downtown Raleigh businesses.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University is operated by MHI Hospitality Corporation under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide and is managed by Chesapeake Hospitality.

“DoubleTree by Hilton is delighted to introduce its tenth North Carolina hotel location for our loyal business and leisure customers in the heart of the state’s second largest city,” said Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “From Asheville to Charlotte and Raleigh to Rocky Mount, opening of the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University continues to reinforce potential for hotel developments and conversions throughout North Carolina and continued expansion for our brand, which now consists of a collection of more than 275 hotels and resorts globally.”

The conversion of the former Holiday Inn into the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University included a complete exterior and interior facelift of the existing hotel. Highlights of the $4.6 million renovation included redesign and upgrades of all guest rooms and suites, a newly designed open lobby concept that features a large atrium fireplace, comfortable new lounge seating and a multipurpose library with diverse audio/visual capabilities and complimentary wireless Internet service throughout the entire hotel.

Guestrooms are available in a variety of room types that include oversized deluxe and executive level rooms, as well as spacious two-room suites. Each newly designed guestroom features an array of in-room amenities, including complimentary high-speed internet access; MP3-compatible stereo clock radios; 37-inch, high-definition, LCD TVs; generous work desks with ergonomic chairs; Wolfgang Puck gourmet coffee service; and refreshing Crabtree & Evelyn Citron bath products.

For meetings, conferences and social gatherings, the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University provides more than 13,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, including a 7,700 sq.ft Presidential Ballroom capable of accommodating up to 700 guests, as well as a fully-equipped, self-service business center.

For guests who wish to keep up with their workout program while traveling at the DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University, a state-of-the-art fitness facility equipped with the latest in weight training and cardio equipment is available 24 hours a day. Freshly prepared snacks, salads, sandwiches and more are available at the hotel’s 24-hour Grab-n-Go shop and in-room dining also is available during peak hours.

The DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Brownstone University, located at 1707 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, N.C. 27605, is a fifteen-minute drive to Raleigh-Durham Airport and just moments from Research Triangle Park, RBC Center, Carter-Finley Stadium, Wake Med Soccer Park, Koka Booth Amphitheater, Triangle Aquatic Center, Time Warner Music Pavilion, NC State Fairgrounds and much more. For more information or to make reservations, please visit the hotel’s website at www.brownstoneuniversity.doubletree.com, or call 1-800-222-TREE in the U.S. and Canada, or contact the hotel directly at 919-828-0811.

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