Hampton Hotels, the global brand of nearly 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its latest property, the 119-room Hampton by Hilton York. Ideally located in the city centre opposite York Railway Station, the hotel is within walking distance from the busy shopping area and local attractions, perfect for both business and leisure guests.

Victoria Burnham, general manager, Hampton by Hilton York, said, “We are now proud to welcome guests to the new hotel in the great city of York, and look forward to offering guests the brand’s world renowned service and amenities.  Guests staying at our hotel will enjoy a prime location during their visit, with easy access to local attractions such as York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral in Northern Europe, Jorvik Viking Centre and the renowned Betty’s Tearooms. Hampton by Hilton York is also situated opposite York Railway Station from where guests can travel to London in under two hours.”

Hampton by Hilton York offers the brand’s quality service and amenities to meet the needs of every guest, including free high-speed internet access throughout, free hot breakfast, 24-hour snack area featuring light dishes, full bar, as well as Hampton’s 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.  Guestrooms are equipped with the Clean and Fresh Hampton BedTM, contemporary bathrooms, 32-inch TVs and laptop safes.  Hampton Hotels participates in Hilton HHonors, the only hotel rewards program that offers Points & Miles for the same stay and no Blackout Dates to redeem rewards.

Phil Cordell, global head of focused service and Hampton brand management for Hilton Worldwide, said, “Hampton combines quality, innovation, comfort and plenty of value-added extras, making it the brand of choice in the marketplace today.  Quality accommodations and amenities combined with proactive, friendly service from our team members - all backed by the 100% Hampton® Guarantee - make us highly competitive in this market.”

Hampton by Hilton now operates 12 hotels in the U.K. with an additional 70 Hampton hotels in the pipeline outside of the U.S., including Hampton by Hilton London Waterloo, due to open in 2014.  Hampton by Hilton York becomes the 12th hotel in Hilton Worldwide’s U.K. portfolio, joining the recently opened Hilton and Hampton by Hilton at St. George’s Park, Burton on Trent, the U.K.‘s first dual brand property situated at The Football Association’s (FA) new National Football Centre.