NCB Group Partners with Curio Collection By Hilton

NCB Group are pleased to introduce the first Hilton Hotel in the Cayman Islands.

Curio
Collection by Hilton Expands Presence in Caribbean with Signing of
Hilton’s

First
Hotel in the Cayman Islands

Set
to open in 2021, the hotel reinforces Hilton’s growth in the
Caribbean

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands and MCLEAN,
Va. – February 20, 2019 –
Hilton
(NYSE: HLT) announces the signing of an agreement for
a new Curio Collection by Hilton property in the Cayman Islands
with NCB Group. Scheduled to open in
2021, the new-build 80-room hotel will usher in a new era of upper
upscale accommodations focusing on sustainability and wellness,
incorporating renewable and energy-efficient technologies throughout
the property.

“As
tourist arrivals in the Caribbean continue to increase, we have
prioritized the region in our larger expansion efforts with Hilton’s
first property in Grand Cayman,” said Juan Corvinos, vice
president, development, Latin America and the Caribbean, Hilton. “In
partnership with NCB Group, we are working toward embodying a retreat
that caters to the needs of today’s discerning travelers that
prioritize wellness while at home and abroad.”

Situated
on the edge of George Town, the beachfront hotel boasts 80 suites
with spacious floorplans ranging from one to three bedrooms, which
will also be available for purchase. Each suite will feature
energy-efficient technologies, in-room yoga mats and fitness
equipment, and lighting that regulates circadian rhythm. Travelers
will also be able to opt for executive and penthouse suites with
premier private pools.

“We
are elated to be partnering with an industry leader like Hilton and
have the opportunity to introduce this internationally renowned,
global hospitality company to the Cayman Islands,” said Matthew
Wight, Managing Director of NCB Group. “It’s an honor that our
hotel was selected to be a part of this exclusive collection of
one-of-a-kind, independent hotels and resorts that are all celebrated
for their individuality. Through this alliance we will be delivering
an innovative wellness tourism product that also caters to the
discerning business traveler.”

Guests
will enjoy farm-to-table dining at two of the property’s
restaurants and poolside café, offering local seafood, fresh
produce, organic wines and craft cocktails. With a fully-equipped
gym, rejuvenating spa and conference facilities, the hotel will also
provide guests with a refreshing swimming pool complete with a
swim-up bar and a fresh juice bar. The hotel will also have electric
vehicle rentals and complimentary bicycles for eco-conscious guests
to ride along and enjoy Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach.

“On
the heels of our record-breaking arrivals in 2018, as a destination
we must continue to meet the demand for luxury accommodations such as
what the Hilton brand will now provide,” Hon. Minister of Tourism,
Mr. Moses Kirkconnell.  “The ministry is committed to
sustainably grow capacity and values the efforts of partners such as
NCB Group who have embraced the Caymankind approach to tourism
development. This property will brighten the tourism activity in the
heart of George Town and we welcome this new hotel brand to our
island.”  

Mrs.
Rosa Harris, Director of the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism
shared: “It’s important for the destination to welcome
accommodations that will provide exceptional experiences such as
those offered by the Curio Collection by Hilton. Having a
one-of-a-kind boutique property with wellness-focused offerings in
our capital aligns with key segments of our visitor demographic and
the strategic vision for tourism in the Cayman Islands. The property
will be a welcome addition to room inventory and will further enhance
our diverse product offerings and accommodations sector.”

As
a successful developer of sustainable residential communities,
beachfront condos and commercial buildings, NCB Group is continuing
its commitment in the design and operation of the hotel with
sustainability at the core of the project. Renewable energy,
environmental considerations and energy efficient mechanical,
electrical and plumbing elements are intelligently integrated. Solar
panels, geothermal cooling, water recycling, SMART building
management systems, LED lighting, and solar water heating will also
be introduced to significantly reduce operating costs, lower the
reliance on the electrical grid and reduce the carbon footprint.

The
hotel will be a part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning
guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 16 distinct hotel brands. Members
who book directly have access to instant benefits, including a
flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any
combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member
discount, free standard Wi-Fi and the Hilton Honors mobile app.

Hilton
currently has a portfolio of nearly 150 hotels and resorts open and
welcoming travelers in 25 countries across the Caribbean and Latin
America. The company is actively pursuing additional growth
opportunities and currently has a robust development pipeline of more
than 80 hotels throughout the region.

Units
are now available for sale and interested buyers can contact Tania
Knapik (tknapik@ncbgroup.ky,
345.946.9622) at NCB Group for detailed information on pricing and
availability. For more information about the Curio Collection by
Hilton brand, please visit newsroom.hilton.com/curio.

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About
NCB Group

NCB
is one of Cayman’s premier residential and commercial developers.
Established in 2001, by Naul Bodden, the company’s goal was focused
on not just building homes but on creating communities and commercial
spaces that thrive and remain self-sufficient long after the
developer has moved on. With nine distinct service lines including;
Design, Development, Construction, Project Management, Property
Services, Plumbing, Electrical and Geothermal Cooling, NCB provides a
comprehensive and vertically integrated solution to building. The
company’s most recent successful developments include Cypress
Pointe North, TIDES, SOLARA and its off-grid commercial development –
Cayman Technology Centre. With a commitment to sustainability and
renewable energy, NCB prides itself on building with Cayman’s
Future In Mind. For
more information on NCB Group visit: www.ncbgroup.ky
or visit them on LinkedIn,
Instagram
or Facebook.

About
Curio Collection by Hilton

Curio
Collection by Hilton is an upper-upscale, global portfolio of
more than 65 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts. Curio Collection
properties appeal to travelers seeking unexpected and authentic
experiences, and the benefits of Hilton’s award-winning guest
loyalty program Hilton
Honors. Read the latest brand and hotel stories at
newsroom.hilton.com/curio;
discover Curio Collection destinations through the eyes of locals
with 48-hour itineraries at citiesbycurio.com;
determine what kind of traveler you are by taking the
curiosity quiz; and connect with Curio Collection on Facebook,
Instagram,
and
Twitter.

About Hilton

Hilton
(NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio
of 16 world-class brands comprising more than 5,600 properties with
nearly 913,000 rooms, in 113 countries and territories. Dedicated
to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable
company, Hilton earned a spot on the 2018 world’s best workplaces
list, and has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its nearly 100
year history. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton
Honors, more than 85 million members who book directly with
Hilton have access to instant benefits, including digital check-in
with room selection, Digital Key, and Connected
Room. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for
more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook,
Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.