MCLEAN, Va.—Hilton Worldwide today signed an agreement with longstanding Nigeria business partner, Transcorp Hotels, to introduce a new Hilton Hotels and Resorts hotel to Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial and cultural heartland.
The 200-room new-build Transcorp Hilton Lagos is expected to open mid-2016. Amenities include 1000 square meters of meeting and event space, a business center, a luxury spa, and swimming pool as well as two restaurants, and two bars.
Patrick Fitzgibbon, senior vice president, development, Hilton Worldwide, Europe and Africa said: “I am delighted to join with Transcorp Hotels Ltd, our 26-year partner at Transcorp Hilton Abuja, to introduce our famous Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand to Lagos. Today is a momentous occasion as we further underpin our commitment and confidence in Nigeria and strengthen our growing hotel portfolio.”
