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DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont, a full-service hotel conveniently located just off Interstate 880 in the bustling East Bay / Silicon Valley area in between Oakland and San Jose. The 315-room hotel is located 13 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport, 21 miles from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport and 36 miles from San Francisco International Airport, and offers centralized access to numerous corporate headquarters, leisure destinations including Levi's Stadium and Livermore Wine Country, as well as Stanford University and the University of California at Berkley. The property is owned by SM Broadway Corporation and managed by Hotel Managers Group.

"As one of the fastest growing hotel brands in the upscale, full service hotel category,

DoubleTree by Hilton is committed to being not only where travelers are going, but where they will be going in the future. With the continued growth of the East Bay / Silicon Valley area, DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont is the ideal addition to our portfolio," said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "We look forward to providing our signature services, special comforts and hospitality to business and leisure guests at this property."

DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont features a fresh, contemporary design and

modern amenities to meet guests' varying needs, including a 24-hour business center, fully-equipped 24-hour fitness center complete with the latest cardio and strength machines, outdoor pool, whirlpool spa and spacious sundeck.Guests will enjoy delectable fare at Ginger Bar & Grill, the hotel's restaurant that serves a fusion of Italian and Mediterranean cuisine inspired by recipes from the Tuscan coast. The restaurant offers Happy Hour specials every Tuesday through Friday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., live jazz on Wednesday nights and live music and dancing Friday and Saturday nights.

Well-suited to accommodate business meetings, wedding receptions and other special

events, the hotel offers 14,600 square feet of flexible meeting and event space including a 5,000-square-foot premier ballroom, 15 meeting rooms and a luxurious Hospitality Suite. A variety of services are offered by a professional staff, including creative catering and a full-time certified wedding consultant to guarantee a successful event for anywhere from 12 to 600 guests.

"DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont is committed to creating a truly unique and

rewarding experience for all of our guests," said Jerry Gruber, vice president of operations, Hotel Managers Group. "We are proud to be a part of DoubleTree by Hilton, and to be offering guests the services, amenities and comfort they expect from this renowned brand."

A visit starts with the presentation of a warm chocolate chip cookie at check-in, a simple

touch that sets the tone for a guest's entire stay. Other DoubleTree by Hilton brand exclusives guests will enjoy include an assortment of gourmet in-room tea and coffee choices from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, a refreshing array of CITRON body care products by Crabtree & Evelyn and an industry-recognized service culture built around the idea of CARE, which stands for Create a Rewarding Experience, for guests, team members and the community. Each guest room and suite features the signature DoubleTree by Hilton SweetDreamsTM bed, a flat screen HDTV and a patio or balcony with garden or pool views. Complimentary shuttle service is offered to and from Mineta San Jose International Airport from 5 AM – 11 PM.

Hilton HHonors members will be able to earn and redeem points with their stay. To

mark the opening, the hotel will offer double Hilton HHonors points on the best available rate for stays completed through August 19, 2014.

DoubleTree by Hilton Newark-Fremont is located at 39900 Balentine Drive, Newark, CA

94560. For more information, or to make a reservation, travelers can visit www.doubletree.com or call 1- 510-490-8390.

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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising more than 6,800 properties and more than 1 million rooms, in 122 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on the 2021 World's Best Workplaces list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for five consecutive years. In 2021, in addition to opening more than one hotel a day, Hilton introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the nearly 128 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.