THE WOODLANDS, Texas and MCLEAN, Va – Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide's (NYSE: HLT) global brand of upscale, all-suite hotels, and The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC), announced today the opening of Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing. The 205-suite, full-service hotel is conveniently located in Hughes Landing® in The Woodlands®, a 66-acre mixed-use development located on the vibrant Lake Woodlands® waterfront destination, where people live, work and play. Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing is ideally situated as the sole hotel in Hughes Landing to meet both business and leisure traveler's needs.
"With its contemporary design and the brand's award-winning focus on guest service, this beautiful new hotel is a fantastic addition to the vibrant Hughes Landing development," said Bill Duncan, Global Head, Embassy Suites by Hilton. "This hotel will also help meet the growing demand for upscale, full-service hotels in The Woodlands – which has experienced tremendous growth in recent years."
Guests will enjoy a range of signature Embassy Suites by Hilton brand amenities at the new hotel, including a free made-to-order breakfast, a two-hour complimentary evening reception with snacks and drinks* and all-suite accommodations with two flat-screen high-definition televisions and wet bar fitted with a microwave, mini-fridge and a selection of gourmet coffee and teas from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®. Additionally, the hotel will feature a new restaurant concept, E'terie, created exclusively for Embassy Suites by Hilton. E'terie features a 24-hour grab-and-go gourmet market as well as a full menu of fresh, simple dishes for dinner, such as grilled salmon with lemon basil risotto, braised short rib with rosemary balsamic jus and a selection of salads, flatbreads and sandwiches.
The hotel features complimentary Wi-Fi throughout all guest rooms and public areas. Guests will also enjoy a 24-hour fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment from Precor and a 24-hour business center. Guests can unwind on the 4,000 square foot rooftop pool deck or take a dip in the infinity heated pool overlooking the beautiful Lake Woodlands.
"We are pleased to celebrate the opening of Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing," said Greg Parsons, Vice President of Hospitality for The Howard Hughes Corporation. "The addition of an Embassy Suites to Hughes Landing cements the development as one of the premier business destinations in the region."
Hughes Landing offers guests a blend of popular retailers, dining, entertainment, multifamily residences and Class A office space, all within walking distance. With three office buildings currently occupied and up to 11 commercial office buildings planned for construction in the future, the area is poised for tremendous growth.
Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing features more than 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, including the Lake Woodlands Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 220 guests. For smaller group meetings, the hotel offers the Meetings Simplified by Embassy Suites by Hilton, which includes the meeting room, basic meeting Wi-Fi, meeting room supplies including a flipchart, markers, extension and power cord and all-day non-alcoholic beverage service. Catering services and a dedicated events staff are available to ensure every event is truly special.
The new Hughes Landing hotel participates in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty program, which is open to all guests and free to join – visit here for enrollment information. HHonors members always receive the lowest price with Hilton's Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, free standard Wi-Fi access, digital check-in, Digital Key and no hidden fees, only when they book directly through Hilton.
Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing is located 22 miles from George Bush Intercontinental Airport and approximately 30 miles from downtown Houston. It is within easy walking distance to Restaurant Row in the heart of Hughes Landing, which features California Pizza Kitchen, Del Frisco's Grille, Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila, Fogo de Chão and Local Pour. The Blue Fish and Truluck's will open in Restaurant Row in the first quarter of 2016. Whole Foods Market®, Starbucks®, boutiques and specialty retailers are also situated in Hughes Landing.
For more information about the Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing or to make a reservation, visit embassysuites.com or call +1 281 298 2900.
