QUEENSTOWN, New Zealand—DoubleTree by Hiltonand Hilton Worldwide have opened the brand's firstproperty in New Zealand–DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown. Formerlyknown as the Kawarau Hotel and managed by HiltonWorldwide, the stylish 98-room hotel is set in theheart of bustling Kawarau Village, convenient to QueenstownInternational Airport and just a short drive or water taxi ridefrom the center of Queenstown, popularly known as “The AdventureCapital of the World.”

"We are proud to mark our brand's entry into New Zealand withthis exemplary hotel and to delight guests with the award-winningservice culture for which the DoubleTree by Hilton name is known -starting with our signature warm chocolate chip cookie welcome andcontinuing throughout the guest's stay," said JohnGreenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "Theaddition of DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown to our fast-growingglobal portfolio further underscores our brand's commitment todelivering our upscale, full-service hotel offering in all keymarkets and gateway cities around the world."

Guests at DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown will enjoycontemporary guest rooms featuring fully-fittedkitchenettes with an oven, microwave and fridge to provideall the comforts of home. Many rooms offer sweeping views of LakeWakatipu and feature an adjoining lounge area decorated in a modernalpine style.