Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons, Virginia has unveiled the official opening of a 132 - room Motto by Hilton hotel in Recife, the vibrant capital of Brazil’s Pernambuco state, famed for its tropical coastline, dynamic Carnaval, and rich Dutch and Portuguese colonial history. Nicknamed the “Venice of Brazil”, the city features a unique blend of dense modern high - rises and deeply preserved historical landmarks.
Recife is built across peninsulas and three main islands such as Boa Vista, Recife, and Santo Anttônio, intricately linked by numerous bridges and intersected by the Capibaribe and Beberibe rivers, its name stems from the Portuguese word for “reef” for the presence of a stunning offshore reef calms the shoreline’s waters, while also creating fascinating shipwreck diving sites.
The opening of Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo marks the debut of the Motto by Hilton brand in Brazil and Hilton’s first hotel in Recife, part of a broader strategy of the company to expand its presence in Latin America’d key destinations.
The launch of the hotel is the result of a partnership with REVPAR INCORORAÇÕES MUV Emprendimentos, prominent Brazilian real estate and hospitality developers headquartered in Recife, noted for their links with global hotel brands to deliver modern, lifestyle, and compact hotel projects, and Atlantica Hospitality International (AHI) the largest multi - brand hotel operator in Brazil and South America, widely known as Atlantica Hotels & Resorts with Brazilian headquarters located in Barueri, São Paulo.
Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo is located at Rua Domingos José Martins, 33, two blocks from the historical downtown area called “Marco Zero” in the heart of Recife Antigo (Old Recife) situated near cultural attractions and waterfront areas, on an island surrounded b the Capibaribe River and the ocean, featuring 16th - century colonial architecture, street culture, museums, and a rich Jewish heritage dating back to the Dutch occupation.
The hotel features architecture and décor inspired by the landscapes and culture of Pernambuco State. The ground Floor is highlighted by a rustic design and earth tones, while the rooftop evokes the sea.Guest corridors display Cordel - Literature inspired illustrations, and artisanal carpets are used throughout the property.
The property provides 132 compact, tech -forward rooms equipped with multi - functional furniture, including bunk beds and sofa bed, and feature forest - inspired wallpapers. The hotel also offers 42 connecting rooms, with the option to link to four rooms at once using Hilton’s Confirmed Connecting Room Technology.
Dining options at the hotel include a rooftop restaurant serving daily breakfast with sea or river views and a ground 0 floor coffee shop opens to both guests and visitors to Recife Antigo and the hotel also offers a fully equipped gym/workout room.
The property joins the Motto by Hilton brand, characterised by the best elements of a lifestyle hotel with curated locations, modern design and a local vibe, establishments accurately designed to cater to today’s travellers looking for one - of - a - kind authentic, local experience.
Motto by Hilton Recife Antigo is part of Hilton’s potfolio of more than 25 hotels in Brazil, with plans to add nearly 30 additional hotels in the country. Across the Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton operates nearly 300 hotels and resorts, with more than 160 properties in various stages of design and construction.
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