ROME and McLEAN, Va. – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced plans to expand its presence in Italy, with the signing of DoubleTree by Hilton Naples Oriente and Hampton by Hilton Rome St Peter´s, set to open next year.
Alan Mantin, vice president, development Southern Europe, Hilton, said, “We continue to experience significant growth across Italy – with more than 2,000 rooms in our pipeline – and are pleased to announce two additional signings across our full and focused service brands. With nearly 60 million visitors to Italy in 2023, we are excited to offer travellers further accommodation options in the vibrant cities of Rome and Naples with DoubleTree by Hilton Naples Oriente and Hampton by Hilton Rome St Peter’s.”
Following a franchise agreement with Italyhotelmanagement Srl, 124-room Hampton by Hilton Rome St Peter’s will be the brand’s first hotel in central Rome and is due to open in March 2025. Situated just a short distance from Via Gregorio VII and close to the Vatican City, the hotel offers a convenient location for both business and leisure travellers exploring Rome’s many landmarks. Guests will have access to on-site amenities including a gym and two meeting rooms, and will be close the famous St Peter’s Square, a marvel of Renaissance architecture and home to works of art including Michelangelo’s Pietà. The hotel is also within close proximity to numerous local restaurants, offering guests the chance to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine during their stay.
Following a franchise agreement with F.G.N Horn Srl, Hilton will expand its full-service property portfolio with the debut of Naples’ first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, which is set to open in the spring of 2025. This 112-room property, centrally located in Naples, is within walking distance of key popular tourist attractions such as The Royal Palace of Naples, the Sansevero Chapel Museum, and is a short drive from Castel dell’Ovo and the renowned Ruins of Pompeii. Guests will have access to a gym, an all-day dining restaurant, and a rooftop bar offering city views. For business travellers, the hotel provides a range of versatile meeting rooms. Conveniently situated just 6.5 km from Naples International Airport, the hotel serves as an ideal base for visitors exploring the city or beginning their Italian journey to destinations like the Amalfi Coast, Capri, or the Ischia Islands.
Guests of both hotels will benefit from the award-winning Hilton Honors guest loyalty programme, allowing more than 200 million members who book directly with Hilton to earn Points for hotel stays and experiences. Hilton Honors members can also unlock access to instant rewards and benefits, such as contactless check-in with room selection and exclusive member discounts.
Hampton by Hilton Rome St Peter’s and Doubletree by Hilton Naples Oriente will join the 99 strong portfolio of hotels trading and pipeline within Hilton’s portfolio in Italy, including the recently opened Anglo American Hotel Florence, Curio Collection by Hilton; Mangia’s Santa Teresa Sardinia, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Milan Malpensa properties.
