BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil and MCLEAN, Va. – March 17, 2016 – Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton Worldwide’s (NYSE: HLT) award-winning global brand of hotels, announced today the opening of the brand’s first hotel in Brazil – Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte in the city’s upscale neighborhood of Cidade Jardim, representing an addition to the brand’s growing portfolio of more than 665 hotels worldwide. The 272-room hotel is managed by Atlantica Hotels.

“We are proud to continue our growth throughout Latin America with the opening of our first Hilton Garden Inn in Brazil, the largest economy in South America,” said John Greenleaf, global head, Hilton Garden Inn. “With Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte, we are excited to introduce the brand's signature service, style and Satisfaction Promise™ to this booming market.”

Located in the capital of the state of Minas Gerais, Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte offers a central location with easy access to Expominas Convention Center, the downtown area, and the sophisticated Lourdes neighborhood. Major nearby attractions include Palácio das Artes, Praça da Liberdade, and the Classic Hall, and the Pampulha Airport is just 14 kilometers away.

“Our location in the heart of Belo Horizonte backed by Hilton Garden Inn’s brand attributes will set us apart in the Brazilian market,” said Paul Sistare, founder and CEO of Atlantica Hotels. “It is also Atlantica’s savvy model of hotel management and our passion for making each guest visit a rewarding one.”

The hotel also features three meeting rooms offering more than 3,200 square feet of flexible meeting space for up to 320 guests. Hilton Garden Inn guests will see why Life’s Better at the Garden™ through amenities and services offered at each location, including complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; 32″ LCD high-definition flat-screen television; state-of-the-art fitness center, and outdoor pool.

All 272 well-appointed guest rooms feature the brand’s signature bedding with white duvets and crisp linens; a spacious and clutter-free work desk with an ergonomic desk chair; and an in-room "hospitality center" with mini refrigerator and complimentary coffee.

Dining options include the Olegário Jardins, a full-service restaurant offering complimentary freshly prepared breakfast buffet, an international lunch and dinner menu as well as an extensive wine list.

Hilton Garden Inn Belo Horizonte participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel loyalty program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® on the same stay and No Blackout Dates on reward stays. HHonors members always get the lowest price with the Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, free standard Wi-Fi, digital check-in and no booking fees only when they book directly through Hilton.

For more information or to make reservations, please visit www.atlanticahotels.com or call +55 31 3656-7720

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