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DoubleTree by Hilton Opens in Times Square West



Made in Manhattan: DoubleTree by Hilton Opens in Times Square West
Newly-built Times Square hotel with stunning rooftop bar opens in heart of New York City

NEW YORK and MCLEAN, Va. – Feb. 14, 2017 – Start spreading the news: DoubleTree by
Hilton, one of Hilton’s (NYSE: HLT) 14 market-leading brands, today announced the opening of
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West, located in the heart of bustling
Manhattan.

The newly-built high-rise hotel is just steps from the Broadway theater district, The Jacob Javits
Convention Center, dozens of shops and restaurants, the Empire State Building and many other
New York attractions. The 37-story property features 612 modern rooms, each with Theater
District-inspired artwork and many offering stunning views of the city or the Hudson River.

“Times Square is the heartbeat of New York City, offering travelers a convenient respite
between their business meetings and a thrilling destination to enjoy the theater district, shopping and diverse cuisine options,” said Dianna Vaughan, senior vice president and global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “We’re delighted to now open this amazing Times Square location, welcoming guests with our signature, warm DoubleTree Cookie and delivering award-winning service throughout their stay.” 

Breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline are on the menu at Lovage Rooftop & Indoor
Lounge, which offers unique cocktails, light fare and nightly live music until 2 a.m. Delectable
dining – for breakfast, lunch and dinner – is available at Magnolia Restaurant, an American


Bistro with menu items curated by Executive Chef Brian Pancir, a longtime chef for the New
York Yankees and New York Giants. A rarity for a Manhattan hotel, outdoor seating is also
available on the patio in front of and behind the hotel.

The hotel is managed by Crescent Hotels and Resorts, a nationally-recognized, top-3 hotel and
resorts operator, managing more than 20 U.S. properties in the Hilton portfolio. “We’re thrilled to
debut the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West as the newest addition to
Crescent’s NYC portfolio,” said Michael George, Chief Executive Office of Crescent Hotels &
Resorts. “Crescent’s extensive experience in New York City, along with our history of
exceptional service as a major Hilton manager will maximize the potential of this great hotel.”

Beginning with the brand’s warm DoubleTree Cookie welcome, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New
York Times Square West provides guests with stylish décor and thoughtful amenities to make
them feel at home. Each guest room features DoubleTree Sweet Dreams® Sleep Experience
beds, a work desk with WiFi access and an adjustable desk chair, coffeemaker and a large
window that opens.

Guests may also order room service; or pick up snacks, sandwiches, salads, beer and wine in
the convenient onsite 24-hour Made Market Pantry.

Business meetings and events accommodating up to 75 guests may be held in the hotel’s 1,000
square feet of meeting and banquet facilities. A state-of-the-art sound system and A/V
equipment are also available, as is a fully-equipped 24-hour business center.

The hotel also provides a full complement of services and DoubleTree by Hilton brand
amenities, including an assortment of gourmet in-room tea and coffee offerings by The Coffee
Bean & Tea Leaf®, and a refreshing array of the Crabtree & Evelyn natural skin and body care
line.

“This beautiful new hotel blends the finest, modern features with the caring service and
thoughtful touches that will make their stay in New York great,” said Richard Hotter, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West. “Our entire staff is excited to welcome our guests with the simple acts of kindness DoubleTree by Hilton is known for worldwide.” 

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West is part of Hilton Honors, the award-
winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton’s 14 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who
book directly through preferred Hilton channels save time and money and gain instant access to
the benefits they care about most, such as an exclusive member discount, free Wi-Fi and a
flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and
money to book a stay. Members can also redeem their Points for free nights, to gain access to
unique events through the Hilton Honors auction platform.

To celebrate the hotel's opening, Hilton Honors members will earn an additional 1,000 Hilton
Honors Points per night for stays from opening through April 30, 2017, when booking directly
with Hilton. Gold and Diamond members will also enjoy free premium Wi-Fi and space-available
upgrades to the hotel's exclusive Hilton Honors floor and complimentary Wake Up DoubleTree
Breakfast.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New York Times Square West is located at 350 West 40th Street,
New York, New York 10018.

For more information, or to make a reservation, travelers may visit
www.newyorktimessquarewest.doubletreebyhilton.com or call 845 732 6466. The property is
owned by McSam Hotel Group and managed by Crescent Hotel & Resorts.


About DoubleTree by Hilton 
DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of 475 upscale hotels with more than 114,000 rooms in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across six continents. DoubleTree by Hilton prides itself on paying attention to the little details that have a big impact, from presenting its beloved warm Chocolate Chip Cookie to guests upon arrival to Creating a Rewarding Experience (CARE) for hotel guests and the communities the brand proudly serves. DoubleTree by Hilton properties offer unique, contemporary accommodations and full-service facilities, including restaurants and lounges, room service, health clubs, business centers and meeting and banquet space. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels save time and money and gain instant access to the benefits they care about most, such as an exclusive member discount, free Wi-Fi and a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay. Members can also redeem their Points for free nights, to gain access to unique events through the Hilton Honors auction platform or to make purchases with Amazon Shop With Points. To make reservations at any DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, travelers may visit doubletree.com. Social media users may connect with the brand at facebook.com/doubletree, twitter.com/doubletree and instagram.com/doubletree. Journalists may visit news.doubletree.com for more information 

About Hilton 
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, with a portfolio of 14 world-class brands comprising more than 4,900 properties with over 800,000 rooms in 104 countries and territories. Hilton is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company by delivering exceptional experiences – every hotel, every guest, every time. The company's portfolio includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose exactly how many Points to combine with cash, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else and free standard Wi-Fi. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. 

About Crescent Hotels & Resorts 
Crescent Hotels & Resorts is a nationally recognized, top-3 operator of hotels and resorts. Crescent  currently operates over 100 hotels and resorts in 27 states in the US and 6 provinces in Canada. Crescent is one of the few elite management companies approved to operate upper-upscale and luxury hotels under the brand families of Marriott, Hilton, Starwood, Hyatt and IHG. Crescent also operates a collection of legendary independent hotels and resorts. Crescent’s clients are made up of hotel REITs, private equity firms and major developers. For more information, please visit www.chrco.com or connect with Crescent on LinkedIn. 




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