Hilton agreement with Douzoglou – Which brands make their debut in the Greek market

Hilton and Theodoros Douzoglou’s real estate investment group SCD LTD today confirmed plans to open two hotels in Athens, as part of a management agreement with SCD Group LTD subsidiaries.

The historic Pentelikon, of the Curio collection from Hilton, an 117-room hotel in the luxurious northern suburb of Kifissia, will be the first hotel of the Curio Collection by Hilton in mainland Greece when it opens in 2024. The Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano, 83-room hotel which opens in the popular port of Piraeus, will be the first Greek property of Hampton by Hilton.

Patrick Fitzgibbon, Senior Vice President of Development, Europe, Middle East and Africa, at Hilton, said: “Over the last 12 months we have been expanding our portfolio to major luxury destinations in Greece with four new hotels. This latest agreement will allow us to take advantage of our long-standing heritage in Athens, introducing two exciting hotel brands to the market. The Hilton Curio collection and the Hampton by Hilton are two of our fastest growing brands in Europe, representing almost half of all our hotels. The prosperous port of Piraeus and the lively neighborhood of Kifissia, which is full of shops of famous designers, gourmet restaurants and headquarters of international companies are the ideal locations to welcome these brands in the Athenian market “.

Theodoros Douzoglou, director and shareholder of SCD Group LTD. He said, “We are very excited to expand our footprint in Greece in collaboration with a leading international company such as Hilton. The recovery of tourism in Greece is very promising and, with such a great and unfulfilled desire for travel, now is the right time to develop high quality hotels in Athens. We look forward to welcoming visitors to the Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano and the Pentelikon Athens, Curio Collection by Hilton “.

Pentelikon Athens, Curio Collection by Hilton

At the well-known Pentelikon Hotel, the SCD group will invest 18 million euros in the renovation of its facilities in view of the rebranding under the Hilton Curio collection, upgrading the hotel services and restoring its unique shine. In the global portfolio of more than 100 unique hotels and resorts under the name Curio, the 117 rooms of Pentelikon will be added which will include 13 elegant suites, and guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the luxurious facilities and services of the hotel. With a fully equipped gym, four spa treatments and an indoor and outdoor pool, guests can relax and unwind all year round.

A short distance from the center of Athens, but also from important sights such as the Goulandris Museum of Natural History and the Syggrou Forest, Pentelikon is expected to be an attraction for international and domestic visitors. One of the advantages of the area is also the fact that it hosts many international headquarters, making it a hotspot for business trips. With 1,300 square meters of facilities for conferences and events, which will include three meeting rooms, Pentelikon will be well equipped to host from small meetings to larger conferences for professionals abroad and employees in Kifissia.

Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Microlimano

Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano will be located in Kastella, the jewel of Piraeus famous for its neoclassical architecture, near the marina of Mikrolimano with stunning views of the port. Following a € 5.5 million renovation by the SCD Group, Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano will offer the internationally recognized and high quality hospitality of Hampton by Hilton hotels. With four meeting rooms of a total area of ​​120 square meters and an enviable outdoor pool with stunning views of Piraeus and the Athenian Riviera, travelers will enjoy their stay. The hotel’s modern and “fresh” interior renovations will give life to a 24-hour business center with a fitness center and comfortable rooms, and guests will also benefit from Hampton’s award-winning Hampton service, which includes a free hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Fi.

Hilton Pentelikon Athens, Hilton Curio Collection and Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano will participate in the prestigious Hilton Honors Guest Rewards Program, allowing the nearly 123 million members booking directly with Hilton to earn points for hotel stays and experiences, as well as immediate benefits, such as contactless check-in.

The Pentelikon Athens, Hilton Curio Collection, will be located at 66 Diligianni, Kifissia 145 62, Greece, while Hampton by Hilton Piraeus Mikrolimano will be located at 105 Papanastasiou Avenue, Piraeus 185 33. There are currently two Hilton hotels in Greece, the Hilton Athens and the Royal Senses Resort & Spa Crete, Curio Collection by Hilton.