Hilton expands full-service in Africa

INTERNATIONAL REPORT — Hilton is expanding its DoubleTree by Hilton in Africa by signing deals in North, West and Central Africa: Morocco, Togo and the Republic of Congo.

These latest signings include Hilton’s debut in Togo and will bring the company’s pipeline to more than 100 hotels on the continent. Hilton is partnering with Sodexh SA on the 165-key DoubleTree by Hilton Lomé Airport, which will be the country's first internationally branded airport property.

The company is also partnering with Société d’Exploitation et de Développement des Infrastructures du Congo (SEDIC) on the DoubleTree by Hilton Kintele in the Republic of Congo, which is scheduled to open in 2026, joining the recently opened Hilton Brazzaville Les Tours Jumelles Hotel & Residences.

In addition, Hilton is adding the 228-key DoubleTree by Hilton Marrakech La Palmeraie in Morocco, which is expected to open in 2028. The company currently has 16 hotels in its Morocco pipeline.

The properties will join DoubleTree by Hilton's global portfolio of more than 700 hotels across 61 countries and territories.  DoubleTree by Hilton's momentum continues across Africa with several signings announced earlier this year, including DoubleTree by Hilton Cabinda Futila Residences in Angola, DoubleTree by Hilton Adama and DoubleTree by Hilton Dire Dawa in Ethiopia, and DoubleTree by Hilton Fes Golf in Morocco.

“Africa’s major business hubs, rich cultural heritage, and spectacular landscapes continue to present exciting opportunities for growth. We are delighted to expand our footprint with three new DoubleTree by Hilton properties, which will join Hilton’s growing portfolio in Africa as we plan to nearly triple our presence across the continent in the coming years,” said Carlos Khneisser, chief development officer, Middle East & Africa for Hilton. “These signings reflect our commitment to supporting Africa’s hospitality sector – with dedicated local development teams on the ground and deep expertise in these markets, we are well positioned to create long-term value for our partners.”