CONTACT: Mark Ricci For DoubleTree by Hilton Boston — Downtown +1 212-261-5836 [email protected] DoubleTree by Hilton Boston – Downtown Announces Completion of $8.6 Million Dollar Hotel Transformation Find Us on Facebook for a Chance to Win an Overnight Stay to Experience the Renovations First-Hand or Reserve Our RoomzZz Renovation Package and Sleep in with Guaranteed Late Checkout, Valid Now Through April 30, 2015 BOSTON, MA (April 7, 2014) – The DoubleTree by Hilton Boston – Downtown and hotel owner Corcoran Jennison Hospitality, LLC (CJH) are pleased to announce the completion of a multi-year, $8.6 million dollar update to the hotel’s public spaces, guest rooms and suites. Centrally located in the heart of downtown Boston’s lively Theatre District, with easy access to Tufts Medical Center, the MBTA Orange Line and just blocks from popular dining and entertainment options, this renovation adds new vigor to the property with subtle influences from nearby Chinatown — a culturally-rich center of Asian-American life in New England. “Our focus for 2014 is improving the guest experience through three core pillars — Staff Hospitality, Being a Boston Enthusiast, and more notably, our Product Offering,” said Tony Franzone, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Boston—Downtown. “From our lobby entrance, to the details in each guest room, the redesign of our hotel brings an enhanced level of warmth and caring that guests have come to expect when staying with DoubleTree by Hilton.” The first phase of the renovation began in August 2012 with a complete transformation of the upper and lower lobbies as well as the hotel’s main restaurant and bar. With the strategic placement of furniture and styling, these public spaces were expanded to promote the lobby as a multi-functional center of activity — from dining to computing, guest services to casual conversations. Phase two continued in November 2013 and carried the same design vision to the guest rooms with a focus on simplicity, balance and connectivity. Each room features a black and white, multi- functional media wall with 37” HDTV, desk area and chair with task lighting and easy access electrical outlets, coffee/tea making station, dresser drawers and built-in in-room safe as well as an illuminated artwork panel highlighting an abstract representation of the historical architectural and cultural heritage of the neighborhood. Free-standing C-tables provide flexible surfaces for work or play while settling in the chaise lounge or oversized chair. Newly refreshed guest baths offer an illuminated mirror providing excellent vanity lighting, and include the brand’s signature CITRON Honey & Coriander by Crabtree & Evelyn® Bath Products. Linda Snyder, principal of Linda Snyder Associates, Inc. was contracted to bring the hotel’s design story to life during this multi-year project. Drawing inspiration from the local Asian community and the three core Feng Shui principles — Connectivity (Tao), Balance (Ying/Yang) and Vitality (Chi) — LSA transformed the hotel through light, pattern and color, creating a dynamic guest journey and convenient multi-functional spaces. “The redesign of the guest rooms provides the guest a contemporary respite, energized by this vibrant central Boston location,” said Snyder. “The architectural approach to the furniture styling streamlines the guest room interior, providing an uncluttered environment in which to decompress amidst artful suggestions of the city outside the door.” Experience the renovations first-hand by entering to win a “Downtown Boston Experience” on the hotel’s Facebook page (www.facebook.com/DoubletreeDowntown), which includes overnight accommodations, breakfast for two and two (2) two-day Go Boston cards for access to over 50 attractions in the city. Just complete the online entry form by April 30, 2014 for a chance to win. Also, from now until April 30, 2015, guests can reserve the RoomzZz Renovation package featuring overnight accommodations in a newly renovated guest room with our signature Sweet Dreams® by DoubleTree bedding collection as well as a guaranteed 3:00 pm late check-out and wireless highspeed Internet access. Rates are subject to availability and do not include taxes, gratuities or incidental charges. For reservations and to book the RoomzZz Renovation package at the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston—Downtown, call (617) 956-7900 or visit BostonDowntown.DoubleTree.com. The DoubleTree by Hilton Boston—Downtown has a unique history of its own. In 1925, the property was first built as Don Bosco Preparatory School, later changing its name to Don Bosco Technical High School in 1945 — making it the only school of its kind in the region at the time. An athletic facility and swimming pool was added in 1975 with a final building constructed in 1985. Known for its outstanding athletic program, the school was a destination for scouting basketball players, which included Patrick Ewing from the New York Knicks and the late Reggie Lewis of the Boston Celtics. In 1998, Corcoran Jennison converted this piece of history into the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston— Downtown and invited the local Wang YMCA of Boston to take over the athletic facility. Offering 267 well-appointed guest rooms, including 11 two-room suites, guests can relax in the comfort of their newly renovated room with 37” HDTV, coffee/tea maker, high-speed Internet access and in-room safe in addition to the Sweet Dreams by DoubleTree sleep experience. Hotel facilities include valet parking; a 24-hour Business Center; complimentary access to the adjoining Wang YMCA of Boston facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, basketball court and group classes; as well as over 4,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor meeting space, ideal for small to mid-sized groups. A variety of fare is served daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Wisteria Restaurant & Bar and a full-service Starbucks Café is located on the Lower Lobby level. ### About DoubleTree By Hilton With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 370 upscale hotels in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across six continents, every little thing we do at DoubleTree by Hilton inspires us to create a rewarding experience for our hotel guests, our team members and the communities we proudly serve. Our hospitality begins with a warm chocolate chip cookie welcome upon arrival and continues with the award-winning Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, an array of fine services and amenities and our longstanding CARE Culture tradition that empowers more than 65,000 team members to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveler feel human again. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may visit our brand website at www.doubletree.com. Social media users may connect with us at www.facebook.com/doubletree, www.twitter.com/doubletree and www.youtube.com/doubletreehotels. For the latest news, story starters and fact sheets about our brand, reporters and bloggers may visit our DoubleTree by Hilton Global Media Center at www.doubletreebyhiltonglobalmediacenter.com. About Hilton Worldwide Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxury and full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and focused-service hotels. For 94 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company’s portfolio of ten world-class global brands is comprised of more than 4,000 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties, with more than 678,000 rooms in 91 countries and territories, including Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Hotels, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. About Corcoran Jennison Hospitality, LLC The DoubleTree by Hilton Boston—Downtown is owned and was developed by Corcoran Jennison Hospitality, LLC. CJH owns and developed the DoubleTree Club by Hilton Boston Bayside, and the Hampton Inn and Suites Boston Crosstown Center, also in Boston. CJH also owns and manages Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Brewster, MA on Cape Cod.
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