Dipo Olowookere
By Dipo Olowookere
The Executive Floors and Lounge of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, managed by Transcorp Hotels Plc, has finally been unveiled.
The redesign, conceptualized by Swedish interior designer, Living Designs, is inspired by the Nigerian spirit of resilience and evokes strength and boldness while exuding freshness, harmony and maximum comfort.
The all-new rooms and suites have been fitted with world-class amenities and latest technology to ensure the ultimate comfort of the Guests.
It was gathered that the reopening marks a milestone in the on-going $100 million renovation project of the historic and award winning 5-star hotel, leading up to its 30th anniversary commemoration this year.
The newly unveiled Executive Floors, 186 rooms and suites in total, is only the first milestone in the ambitious upgrade. All 667 rooms and suites of the hotel, the largest Hilton in sub-Saharan Africa, will be overhauled.
Guests also have more to look forward to with extensive renovations planned for the lobby areas, banqueting and conferencing facilities, restaurants, bars and the business centre.
An all-new spa and fully upgraded fitness centre will also enhance the hotel’s offerings to both lifestyle travellers and business clientele.
Chairman of Transcorp Plc, Mr Tony Elumelu, while sharing his first impressions of the new Executive Floors, said, “I have stayed at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja as a guest for decades and I am extremely impressed by the transformation of the Executive Floors.
“I have no doubt that our guests will be thrilled. I am very proud of the commitment of the team in getting the job done, ensuring that Transcorp Hilton Abuja continues to deliver quality that rivals any 5-star hotel experience in the world.”
The newly unveiled Executive Floors, 186 rooms and suites in total, is only the first milestone in the ambitious upgrade. All 667 rooms and suites of the hotel, the largest Hilton in sub-Saharan Africa, will be overhauled. Guests also have more to look forward to with extensive renovations planned for the lobby areas, banqueting and conferencing facilities, restaurants, bars and the business center. An all-new spa and fully upgraded fitness center will also enhance the hotel’s offerings to both lifestyle travelers and business clientele.
Also, Managing Director/CEO of Transcorp Hotels Plc, Valentine Ozigbo, stated that, “Our guests have grown to expect nothing less than the very best from us. That includes the pinnacle of customer service, overall comfort, and a level of aesthetic appeal rivalled by no other hotel in Nigeria.
“The complete overhaul of the Executive Floor and Lounge is a testament to our commitment to delivering extraordinary experience to our guests.”
Also commenting on the new Executive rooms and suites, the General Manager of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Etienne Gailliez said: “We are excited to attain this milestone of our renovation project. Our Guests are really going to love the truly impressive transformation of the Executive Floor Guest rooms and Lounge.
“We are proud to work with owners who have a deep understanding of our industry and embrace our brand culture of creating a rewarding experience for our Guests,” he concluded.
