Largest Convention Hotel in London, Ontario Opens
November 3, 2015
The 323-room DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario, the city’s largest convention hotel, has opened following a $10 million property-wide renovation. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown London, Ontario, the hotel is connected to the London Convention Centre.
“DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario has been beautifully updated, complete with a heated skywalk to the London Convention Center, and is the perfect addition to our growing portfolio in Canada and around the world,” said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. “We are excited to bring our award-winning service culture to this important destination for business and leisure travelers alike and look forward to delighting them with the little things that create a rewarding travel experience, starting with our signature warm chocolate chip cookie welcome.”
DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario, a 22-story high rise, features spacious rooms with a contemporary design. Three special key access floors offer rooms with spectacular views of the city from any direction. Additionally, the hotel offers a private parking garage, complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel’s public areas and guest rooms, a 24-hour business center, 24-hour fitness center featuring Precor equipment and heated indoor pool and hot tub.
As part of its renovation, DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario offers all-day dining in its updated restaurant, Blake’s Bistro and Bar open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Featuring a renowned all-you-can eat roast beef buffet and signature Conrad Burger, Blake’s offers a relaxed atmosphere for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Guests also can start their day at the hotel’s onsite Starbucks or with the brand’s Wake Up DoubleTree Breakfast, and guests can order room service.
Featuring 18 meeting rooms, including the largest ballroom in the city, which boasts a capacity of up to 1,200 people, DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario offers more than 30,000 sf of flexible meeting space. For smaller groups, the hotel offers the Meetings Simplified by DoubleTree by Hilton package, which includes the meeting room, basic meeting Wi-Fi, meeting room supplies including a flipchart, markers, extension and power cord, and all-day non-alcoholic beverage service. Catering services and a dedicated event staff are available to enhance any event.
DoubleTree by Hilton London Ontario is 15 kilometers from the London International Airport, and is just three blocks from the Via Rail station and Greyhound Bus terminal. Visitors can attend a concert or play at the Grand Theater, visit the Art Gallery of London or stop by Labatt’s Brewery to sample beers. Travelers seeking sports entertainment will have convenient access to the nearby Budweiser Gardens and Western Fair District, while those traveling for business will appreciate the close proximity to a number of corporate offices, including Honeywell, Kellogg’s, 3M, Teletech, McCormick’s, Canada Post, TD/Canada Trust and more.