Deal signed to open Canopy by Hilton Johannesburg Rosebank in 2023Announcement follows recent signing of Hampton by Hilton Sandton GraystonCanopy by Hilton brand also recently announced first North African hotel in CasablancaHilton (NYSE:HLT) today announced the signing of a management agreement with Jellicoe Hotel Management, to bring a second Canopy by Hilton hotel to South Africa and surpassing 10,000 rooms in its African pipeline. The announcement of the 180 guest room Canopy by Hilton Johannesburg Rosebank follows confirmation earlier this month of the brand’s entry into North Africa with Canopy by Hilton Casablanca Les Arenes. As a result of these new projects, Hilton now has over 10,000 rooms in its pipeline across Africa while the company’s flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand leads the continent in terms of both number of hotels and guest rooms under development, according to figures released by consultants W Hospitality. Canopy by Hilton launched in 2014 to appeal to travelers seeking locally inspired stays with each hotel designed to be an extension of its individual neighborhood. It currently operates in 15 destinations around the world with more than 40 properties in the pipeline, aiming to guarantee travelers unique and authentic experiences.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 21, 2020 12:11 UTC