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When Conrad Nicholson Hilton founded Hilton on May 31, 1919, he probably did not envisage how big the hotel company would grow; to one of the largest in the world.
Now, over a century after, and 46 years after his death on January 3, 1979, Hilton has outlived its founder, and has grown to become a leading global hospitality company, with a portfolio of 25 world-class brands comprising 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms in 141 countries and territories.
However, of the 25 brands under the Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the Curio Collection by Hilton stands out for some peculiar reasons. The brand offers soft, upscale and luxury hotels that are hand-picked by Hilton for their unique character and personality.
Currently, there are 193 operational hotels under the Curio Collection brand, with 37,424 rooms, across 47 countries and territories, while 115 hotels are in development, including Wave Hotel Abuja Jabi, Curio Collection by Hilton in Abuja, scheduled to open in 2026.
The reasons truly abound. First, the brand is a global set of individually remarkable hotels hand-picked to immerse guests in one-of-a-kind moments in the world’s most sought-after destinations. Yet, each hotel in the Curio Collection evokes a bespoke story through distinctive architecture and design, world-class food & beverage, and curated experiences, while providing the benefits of Hilton and Hilton Honors, its award-winning guest loyalty programme.
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According to Peter Idoko, general manager, Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton, the first Curio Collection brand in Nigeria and West Africa, the brand is very unique due to its remarkable characters, as they are destinations unto themselves and offer world class culinary moments to discerning guests.
“Each Curio Collection property has an individual story, while providing the benefits of Hilton. For us at Legend, that means blending our unique location and Nigerian hospitality with global quality. It is the perfect balance of local authenticity and international excellence,” Idoko noted.
Every property is different from the next and appeals to travelers seeking one-of-a-kind experiences around the world, the Nigerian-born general manager insisted.
Moreover, the hotels are located in key urban and resort destinations where travelers want to be and explore. In Nigeria for instance, it is located at the Quits Aviation Free Trade Zone, at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, a prime location in Nigeria.
Also, the world-class amenities speak volumes of the focus on guest’s satisfaction. At every Curio Collection, there is always meaningfully curated services, rituals and high-end amenities. The above allows each Curio Collection to be celebrated for its unique story and spirit as no two hotels are the same. Curio Collection hotels satisfy guests’ curiosity to explore authentic and remarkable discoveries through distinctly local offerings on or off-property and premier services that immerse guests in the unique culture and spirit of the destination for an authentic stay experience.
Each Curio is also a culinary delight for guests as menus are inspired by the rich culinary heritage of the destination it is located, while elevating local bold flavors, local traditions and seasonal ingredients to a global stage. The above is also obvious at De Bull Restaurant, Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, Curio Collection by Hilton, where the guests are taken on an exciting culinary journey dotted with local flavours.
Moreover, as part of Hilton’s global network, the Curio Collection brand has been a huge advantage. “Hilton Honors members see us as a trusted choice in Nigeria, and many guests specifically choose us because they can redeem or earn loyalty points. This global reach, combined with our local authenticity, has driven steady patronage, the general manager said.
So, you have reasons to experience the uniqueness of a Curio Collection; they are in every choice location, world’s most sought-after destinations, resorts and highbrow urban areas.
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