Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the opening of Hampton by Hilton Quito La Carolina Park. Located high in the Andean foothills, the new hotel in the heart of Ecuador's historic capital city features a rooftop garden overlooking Quito with views of the iconic El Panecillo monument and Guagua Pichincha volcano.
As part of hotel's extensive remodeling plan, the main hall increases capacity by 60% to accommodate greater events and conventions in Quito.
Tourism Minister Niels Olsen, among those attending the inaugural event. With 125 rooms, event rooms, swimming pool and spa, it is a new full-service offer, north of Quito.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced plans to introduce Hampton by Hilton, the global, upper-midscale brand, to Quito, the capital and largest city in Ecuador, as part of a franchise agreement signed with Hotel Colón Internacional C.A. With construction planned to begin this year and opening scheduled for 2021, Hampton by Hilton Carolina Park Quito represents the brand's first property in Ecuador.
Park Inn® by Radisson, the upper midscale hotel brand that delivers stress-free experiences, good food and upbeat environments, is proud to announce the opening of Park Inn by Radisson Quito, Ecuador following an extensive $4.5 million renovation, which included upgrades and a fresh new design throughout the entire hotel. Guests can enjoy the hotel's excellent location near the popular Zona Rosa section of the city at Reina Victoria Avenue and Calama. This places guests within walking distance of the upscale shopping, restaurants and nightlife at Foch Square, in addition to the city's fast-growing financial and business districts.
In a recent analysis released on hotel activity in Ecuador, The South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (SAHIC) reports that Ecuador's economy is the 8th largest in Latin America, after Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Peru and Chile.
During 2 days, more than 350 delegates from 20 countries have gathered at the South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (SAHIC). Recognized as the leading venue for the hospitality industry in the region, SAHIC is known throughout the hotel investment world as the place where deals get done. This is the must-attend event for anyone with interest in hospitality in the region and where companies choose to break their latest announcements.
Casa Gangotena, a boutique hotel in the historical center of Ecuador's capital, Quito, has signed a strategic partnership with ReviewPro, a leading provider of online reputation and social media analytics for the hotel industry. Situated in a restored mansion with 31 rooms, Casa Gangotena boasts the title of world's sixth best hotel, best hotel in Ecuador and best hotel in South America and will leverage ReviewPro's market-leading solution to maintain its already excellent online reputation, further refine guest experience and increase revenue.
From the South American Hotel Investment Conference in Quito, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced that it is continuing its aggressive growth strategy in Latin America with significant gains across its Specialty Select Brands' (SSB), Four Points by Sheraton and Aloft. Currently, Starwood operates 80 hotels in the region, with 17 additional properties under development. The company also announced the appointment of Victor Vazquez to the role of Vice President, Development and Acquisitions for Latin America.
QUITO, Ecuador – Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,540 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced the signing of a franchise agreement for the Wyndham Quito Airport Gran Condor, the first Wyndham Hotels and Resorts® property in Ecuador's capital city.
A host of industry leaders are celebrating this evening after the winners were revealed at the World Travel Awards South & Central America Gala Ceremony 2014. In front of an elite industry audience at the Centro Cultural Itchimbía, in Ecuadorian capital Quito, LAN Airlines walked away with the title of South America's Leading Airline, while South America's Leading Business Travel Destination went to Bogota, Colombia.
Arturo Garcia Rosa, president of the South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (SAHIC) proudly announces the impressive line-up of CEOs who will be sharing the stage during the Conference's featured CEO panel discussion.
June 10, 2014 - The 2014 edition of SAHIC -- South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference- will be hosted at the JW Marriott Hotel in Quito, Ecuador, September 15-16, 2014. This annual event brings together more than 450 industry decision makers from 30 countries, and has established itself as the venue to uncover new development and investment opportunities in the region and establish new business relationships.
SAHIC 2014, The 7th annual South American Hotel Investment & Tourism Conference 2014 (www.sahic.com) to be held at the JW Marriott Hotel in Quito, Ecuador September 15-16, 2014, has confirmed that Eric Danziger will be featured as the Conference's first "Inspirational Industry Icon" keynote speaker.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)], one of the world's leading global hotel companies, announces today the signing of a new Holiday Inn hotel in Quito, Ecuador. This property brings three IHG®-branded hotels to Ecuador including the current Holiday Inn Express® Quito hotel, and the upcoming Holiday Inn®Guayaquil Airport hotel slated to open next month.