Company Press Release
June 2, 2000
SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- Hilton Hotels Corporation (NYSE:HLT) has announced the official conversion of the 495-room
Doubletree Hotel in Salt Lake City to the NEW Hilton Salt Lake City Center this morning, representing another addition
to Hilton's portfolio of owned and managed hotels.
``Hilton has enjoyed a longstanding history of superior service to the Salt Lake City community,'' said Dieter
Huckestein, president - hotel division of Hilton Hotels Corporation. ``As the countdown to the 2002 Winter Olympics
grows closer, we look forward to the Hilton Salt Lake City Center providing world-class service for residents,
visitors and travelers alike.''
The Hilton Salt Lake City Center is currently putting the finishing touches on several renovation projects, including
guestrooms, recreational facilities, and a new conference center with leading-edge technology. The first of several
grand opening events begins today and continues in the weeks ahead.
Today's events include a special VIP ribbon cutting and sign unveiling with members of the United States Speed
Skating Association. A community open house with guided tours also is scheduled in the afternoon, so guests may
see first-hand the hotel's many changes and additions.
``Becoming the new Hilton Salt Lake City Center is much more than a simple name change, as we are proud to offer
a new and expanded selection of programs, services and facilities to our current and future guests,'' said Steve
Lindburg, general manager of the new Hilton Salt Lake City Center. ``Each of our 380 team members is excited to
be part of a new Hilton team that is committed to making our hotel the premier place to stay in the state of Utah.''
A high-rise, 18-story structure, the Hilton Salt Lake City Center is located in the heart of the city's downtown
area. Standard guest room accommodations are oversized and feature a sitting area with an easy chair; a hairdryer;
complimentary in-room coffee; a minibar; and an iron and ironing board. In-room entertainment and information services,
including on-demand movies, cable television and interactive Hilton guest services also are provided.
Business-oriented features of the guest rooms include an executive work desk; two telephones equipped with two
lines, speakerphone, data ports, and voice mail. A full-service business center also is available from 7:00 a.m.
- 11:00 p.m. daily.
The hotel also features an executive floor with upgraded amenities, a personal concierge, complimentary continental
breakfast and an evening manager's reception.
To please the palate, the Hilton Salt Lake City Center is home to two restaurants. The new Canyon Ridge Cafe offers
guests a casual, western dining experience with a local, Wasatch front flair; and Spencer's for Steaks and Chops,
a private club for members, has been voted ``best steakhouse in Salt Lake City'' for the past two years by Salt
Lake Magazine.
Recreational facilities consist of a fitness room; an outdoor, heated swimming pool and a whirlpool. Hiking, tennis,
golf and some of the best skiing facilities in the world are located nearby.
The hotel features 19 meeting rooms with approximately 24,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and a capacity
for up to 1,080.
Members of the Hilton HHonors® guest reward program can earn Points & Miles(TM) for every qualifying stay
at the Hilton Salt Lake City Center. HHonors is the only hotel program that allows any of its members to reap Double
Dip® earnings by simultaneously accumulating both airline miles and hotel points with each qualifying stay.
The Hilton Salt Lake City Center is centrally located near the intersection of 200 East and West Temple, just 15
miles from Salt Lake City International Airport. The hotel is situated near all major business centers and leisure
attractions including the historic Temple Square, Capitol Theater, the Delta Center®, the Crossroads and ZCMI
Malls, and the State Capitol. The hotel's address is 255 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101; telephone:
801/328-2000; fax: 801/359-2938.
Hilton Hotels Corporation is recognized internationally as a preeminent hospitality company. The company develops,
owns, manages or franchises 1,800 hotels, resorts and vacation ownership properties. Its portfolio includes many
of the world's best known and most highly regarded hotel brands, including Hilton®, Doubletree®, Embassy
Suites®, Hampton Inn®, Hampton Inn & Suites®, Harrison Conference Centers®, Hilton Garden Inn®,
Homewood Suites® by Hilton, Red Lion Hotels & Inns® and Conrad International®.
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Contact:
Hilton Brand Communications
Jeanne Datz or Thomas Wingham, 310/205-4545
jeanne_datz@hilton.com or thomas_wingham@hilton.com
http://www.hilton.com
or
The Summit Group Communications
Paul Gadd, 801/595-1155