Hilton expands hotel portfolio in Kingdom
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) opened the Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel. With majestic views overlooking Al- Masjid Al- Haram, the hotel is an addition to Hilton’s growing Middle Eastern portfolio.
“The opening of Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel marks Hilton’s 12th hotel in Saudi Arabia,” said Andreas Lackner, regional head, brand management, Hilton. “With more than 30 hotels under development, Saudi Arabia features our largest development pipeline in the Middle East and we look forward to extending our renowned hospitality across the country.”
Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel caters to meetings and events of all sizes, with the largest pillarless ballroom in Makkah, and the ability to accommodate up to 1,600 people. The hotel boasts the first and largest convention center in the city, and is joined by an additional eight multi-purpose meeting and boardrooms.
Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel boasts three restaurants and a cafe where guests can indulge in various eclec- tic cuisines. The all- day Al Mustafa restaurant offers guests an international buffet and an elegant ambience.
Azure serves Indian and Malaysian cuisines, and Sahtein serves Lebanese food. In addition, guests can enjoy a casual setting at Al Multaqa Café, offering light snacks.
“We are delighted to be welcoming guests looking to stay in the heart of Makkah,” said Mark Allaf, general manager, Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel. “Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel offers contemporary accommodations in one of the world’s most monumental cities. With its spacious ballroom and convention center, the hotel is ideal for meetings and events of all sizes.”
The hotel offers 764 contemporary guest rooms with large modern walk-in showers, including 90 executive rooms, 25 executive suites and 16 suites with views of the Grand Mosque. Guests will also have access to the 24- hour fitness center featuring the latest state- of- theart equipment.