Hampton by Hilton Quito — Photo by Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced plans to introduce Hampton by Hilton, the global, upper-midscale brand, to Quito, the capital and largest city in Ecuador, as part of a franchise agreement signed with Hotel Colón Internacional C.A. With construction planned to begin this year and opening scheduled for 2021, Hampton by Hilton Carolina Park Quito represents the brand's first property in Ecuador.

Ideally situated in the heart of Quito, the 135-room hotel will welcome business and leisure travelers alike to all the culturally rich city offers. As a part of Hampton by Hilton, the hotel will offer warm surroundings, a friendly service culture and Team Members that guarantee guests are 100 percent happy. The contemporary hotel will also feature the brand's reliable amenities including free hot breakfast, complimentary WiFi, a 24-hour business center and fitness center, while each guestroom will include HDTV, complimentary in-room movie channels and coffeemaker.

A mix of old colonial architecture with up-and-coming modern complexes, Quito is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the most populated city in Ecuador. Officially known as San Francisco de Quito, the city is home to historic churches, convents and monasteries, many museums, upscale dining, high-end shops, outdoor markets and a rich cultural heritage. Boasting a mild climate, Quito is encircled by Andes volcanoes and nestled in the Guayllabamba river basin.

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