Hilton triumphs at World Travel Awards

Hilton Windhoek has been recognised as Namibia’s Leading Hotel at the finals of the renowned World Travel Awards 2014, voted for by travel agents worldwide.
At the Europe Gala Ceremony, which took place in Athens, Greece, earlier in August, Hilton Namibia was one of 16 Hilton Worldwide properties in the Africa and Indian Ocean Islands region to receive an accolade. Hilton Windhoek has been a notable part of the hospitality industry in Windhoek and in Namibia as a whole, with a range of offerings for both business and leisure travellers in the region.
John McAree, General Manager at Hilton Windhoek said, “I am thrilled that Hilton Windhoek was recognised at these well-respected awards. This demonstrates the team’s outstanding commitment to providing Hilton Hotels & Resort’s world-renowned hospitality to our guests and the quality of the hotel’s facilities.”
Hilton Worldwide’s flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts was also awarded Africa’s Leading Hotel Brand, reflecting its presence in 11 countries across the region.

Jan van der Putten, Vice President of Operations: Africa and Indian Ocean Islands said, “Sweeping awards of this magnitude is testament to our commitment to excellence in the region and we are thrilled to know that the global industry recognises this. Hilton Worldwide’s commitment to Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands will continue, serving nothing short of the best in hospitality for business and leisure travellers.”
Hilton Worldwide’s Africa and Indian Ocean Islands region was celebrated in numerous different categories at the awards which includes: Africa’s Leading Hotel Brand: Hilton Hotels & Resorts as well as Namibia’s Leading Hotel: Hilton Windhoek.
The prestigious World Travel Awards have been recognising organisations delivering outstanding customer experience in travel and tourism for more than 20 years. They have become a key global institution of the industry, stimulating competition and innovation among operators, as well as providing a helpful testimonial for quality to travellers worldwide.