Hilton Worldwide unveiled a new modular Hilton Garden Inn hotel-build solution for coming African projects.
Constructed in China by CIMC Modular Building Systems, modular guest rooms and hallways are built entirely in manufacturing-plant conditions. The technology has already established itself in the United Kingdom, with various mid-market brands growing via modular build.
“As we gain further momentum in developing Hilton Garden Inn across the region, we believe that by offering this fast-paced construction solution, owners and investors will see returns more quickly whilst guests will continue to experience the quality and service of Hilton Garden Inn,” said Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president of development, Europe and Africa, for Hilton Worldwide.
Hilton Worldwide also announced the signing of agreements to open two additional Hilton Garden Inn hotels in Nigeria. The 220-room Hilton Garden Inn Abuja Airport, expected to open in the second quarter of 2017, will be operated under a management agreement with Oneplus Holdings Nigeria Ltd. The 150-room Hilton Garden Inn Owerri, expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2017, will be operated under a management agreement with a private investor.