Following a franchise agreement with established partner Primestar Hospitality GmbH, Hilton is slated to open one of the world's largest Hampton by Hilton hotels in Vienna, Austria, in 2024.
Fuelled by customer demand for contemporary design and friendly and reliable service, Hampton by Hilton is Hilton's fastest-growing brand in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with over 200 properties trading or under development.
"In Europe, Hampton by Hilton has more than doubled its portfolio in the last five years, arriving in new markets including Belgium, Latvia and Austria, which welcomed 32 million international visitors in 2019," said Patrick Fitzgibbon, Senior Vice President, Development, EMEA. "Working with our trusted partner Primestar, we are excited to build on the brand's Viennese presence with a second Hampton by Hilton, the largest in Europe and a valuable addition to the brand's European portfolio."
As part of a EUR40 million development, Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West will feature 358 modern guestrooms with contemporary furnishings and signature bedding. The hotel will offer a fully-equipped fitness centre and a multi-functional open concept lobby space created to accommodate guests' travel needs. Hampton by Hilton's complimentary breakfast will also be available at Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West, preparing guests for a day of exploration and discovery.
Vienna consistently boasts the title of the most liveable city in the world with its abundance of greenery, museums, architectural marvels and cultural cornerstones, such as the city's famous coffee houses. In addition to many historical and cultural attractions, including the Rathaus, Belvedere Museum and the Hofburg, Vienna offers a vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene. From 15 Michelin-starred restaurants to local establishments serving anything from authentic Austrian cuisine like Wiener Schnitzel and Tafelspitz to international specialities. Just over 20 minutes' walk from Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West, guests can visit one of Europe's most magnificent Baroque palaces, Schönbrunn Palace.
Located in western Vienna, Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West joins four Hilton properties currently operating in the city. The upcoming hotel will provide easy access to Wien Westbahnhof, one of Vienna's major railway stations, just a 15-minute walk away. With a robust public transport system comprised of buses, trains, trams and underground lines, travelling around the city is simple and fast. Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West will be an ideal destination for international and domestic travellers, with its close vicinity to the airport and the hotel's 67 secure car parking spaces.
Vienna is not only a popular leisure destination but also one of the world's leading conference locations, ranking sixth according to the International Congress and Convention Association. In 2019, the city hosted over 5,000 congresses, corporate events and incentives. With Vienna home to many international company offices and one of the four global headquarters of the United Nations, Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West will also be well poised to take advantage of the Austrian capital's significant business travel market.
Hampton by Hilton Vienna City West
