Hilton Worldwide adds to its impressive Saudi Arabia pipeline

The signing also marks the third Hilton Garden Inn in Saudi Arabia following the signing of Hilton Garden Inn Tabuk in September 2012.

The new 130-room Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Andalusia is currently under design to incorporate the same standards of comfort, style and service as Hilton Garden Inn guests and discerning travellers around the world now expect from a brand which has become an award winning leader in the mid-market hospitality sector.

Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Andalusia is superbly located close to the bustling commercial, diplomatic and residential districts and with excellent access to the capital's main highways as well as Riyadh's international airport. The new property will offer guests attractive amenities including a health club and outdoor swimming pool and a charming all-day dining restaurant and lobby lounge. To support the active and growing business community, Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Andalusia will also feature four boardrooms and a business centre.

Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide Middle East & Africa said: "Riyadh continues to attract large numbers of international companies seeking a Middle East base which, in turn, is fuelling demand across a number of sectors, including hospitality. The capital is buoyant and I am delighted to sign this great new hotel, which becomes our 16th pipeline property in KSA."

The Hilton Garden Inn brand has enjoyed consistent award winning success in recent times receiving more than eight international honours in the past three years alone. Hilton Garden Inn hotels are designed to be highly functional and provide guests with a number of signature brand features including the Garden Sleep System bed, ergonomic desk chair and complimentary high-speed internet access. Guests also have the opportunity to earn and redeem Hilton HHonors points and to take advantage of benefits enjoyed by over 30 million members worldwide.

Adrian Kurre, global head, Hilton Garden Inn said: "We are delighted to expand our presence further in Saudi Arabia, a market which is proving particularly welcoming for the Hilton Garden Inn brand. International and domestic travellers to Riyadh have embraced the brand's winning combination of affordability with superior service and style and Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Andalusia will add further value to our growing reputation in the capital."

Sami Abdulmohsen Al Hokair, Executive Vice President of Abdulmohsen Al-Hokair for Tourism said: "We place tremendous value and appreciation on the very special business relationship we have with Hilton Worldwide. I am pleased we have the opportunity to continue with the association to bring a second Hilton Garden Inn to Riyadh."