CONTACT: Nathan Hartwig General Manager Homewood Suites by Hilton Munster +1 219 836 5320 [email protected] Jennifer Hughes Director, Brand Public Relations Hilton Worldwide +1 901 374 6518 [email protected] Homewood Suites by Hilton Munster Debuts Home-like Amenities and Spacious Suites Give Travelers Added Value MUNSTER, Ind. and MCLEAN, Va. – May 19, 2016 – Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton Worldwide's (NYSE: HLT) industry-first All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Munster. Offering 99 new suites, the hotel continues the brand’s robust expansion as it nears its 400th opening. “The city of Munster is near several corporations and businesses including Ford Motor Company, Munster Steel Co., Inc., Cargill, and Community Hospital among others” said Nathan Hartwig, general manager. “Travelers coming into this region will appreciate our hotel’s upscale yet comfortable accommodations while on business or leisure.” Owned by General Hotels Corporation and Simborg Development, Inc. and managed by General Hotels Corporation, Homewood Suites Munster complements the region’s business and meeting space needs. The new hotel offers a combination of studio and one-bedroom accommodations, featuring fully-equipped kitchens, and separate living and sleeping areas. Guests are also provided all the essentials they need for a comfortable and convenient stay – complimentary daily full-hot breakfast, an evening social Monday-Thursday, Wi-Fi and grocery shopping service* - and Homewood Suites by Hilton Munster also makes it easy for travelers to unwind with a heated, indoor pool, outdoor sports court and fitness center. The property also offers a meeting room that can accommodate up to 80 people. Located at 9120 Calumet Ave., Homewood Suites Munster offers guests convenient access to local attractions in Centennial Park, Majestic Star Casino, Edward P. Robinson Community Veterans Memorial, Three Floyd’s Brewing Co. and The Center for Visual and Performing Arts. For families visiting students, the hotel is just a short distance from Purdue University Calumet. Additional area businesses include Pepsi Beverages, BP Amoco and Franciscan Healthcare. Homewood Suites Munster participates in Hilton HHonors®, the only hotel loyalty program that allows members to earn Points & Miles® on the same stay and No Blackout Dates on reward stays. HHonors members always get our lowest price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, digital check-in and no booking fees only when they book directly through Hilton. For more information or to make a reservation, visit Homewood Suites by Hilton Munster or call +1 219 836 5320. Read more about Homewood Suites by Hilton at www.homewoodsuites.com and www.news.homewoodsuites.com. *Guest pays for groceries. Other restrictions apply. - ### - About Homewood Suites by Hilton Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton Worldwide’s upscale, all-suite, extended-stay hotel brand with more than 390 locations in the United States, Mexico and Canada, is an award-winning leader that has been named "Top Upscale Extended-Stay" hotel by J.D. Power the last six years. The first choice for guests seeking comfortable accommodations when traveling for an extended or quick overnight stay, Homewood Suites offers inviting, generous suites, featuring separate living and sleeping areas, and fully-equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators. Additional value-driven essentials include: complimentary Internet, a daily full-hot breakfast and complimentary evening social every Monday-Thursday. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels receive instant benefits, including an exclusive discount that can’t be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi and digital amenities like digital check-in with room selection and Digital Key available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app. Homewood Suites is focused on guest satisfaction and stands behind each stay with its 100% Suite Assurance® guarantee. For more information on the extended-stay advantage, visit www.homewoodsuites.com or news.homewoodsuites.com. About Hilton Worldwide Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, comprising more than 4,660 managed, franchised, owned and leased hotels and timeshare properties with nearly 765,000 rooms in 102 countries and territories. For 96 years, Hilton Worldwide has been dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences. The company's portfolio of 13 world-class global brands includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio - A Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including preferred pricing, free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room, and access their room using a Digital Key. Visit news.hiltonworldwide.com for more information and connect with Hilton Worldwide on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, LinkedIn and Instagram. .