Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of its second Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Japan in partnership with Brighton Corporation Co., Ltd. The Kyoto Brighton Hotel will convert under Curio Collection by Hilton and is scheduled to open in the winter of 2028.
Brighton Corporation currently operates four hotels, including Kyoto Brighton Hotel and Urayasu Brighton Hotel Tokyo Bay, and has a long-standing track record in hotel management in Kyoto. Upon completion of a full renovation, the newly rebranded hotel will mark the entry of the Curio Collection by Hilton into the city, featuring approximately 160 guest rooms, four dining outlets, including Kyoto-style kaiseki cuisine, a banquet space accommodating up to 240 guests, and a fitness centre. Brighton Corporation will continue to manage the hotel.
Kyoto Brighton Hotel joins a portfolio of more than 190 individually remarkable hotels under Curio Collection by Hilton, each hand-picked for curious travellers seeking distinct design, world-class dining, and immersive experiences backed by the benefits and hospitality of Hilton.
In Japan, the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel opened in Karuizawa, Nagano Prefecture, in 2018. Curio Collection by Hilton has also recently debuted in Thailand at KROMO Bangkok and in China at Secan Hotel Qingdao.
“Hilton is expanding its footprint in Kyoto, where we currently operate five hotels under four brands. The launch of Curio Collection by Hilton in Kyoto—a city that enjoys immense popularity both domestically and internationally—will meet the diverse needs of travellers and marks an exciting new chapter for Hilton in the city,” said Hirohisa Fujimoto, vice president, development, Japan & Micronesia, Hilton. “Each Curio Collection by Hilton hotel provides a unique connection to sought-after destinations, offering guests memorable experiences that allow them to discover the local charm throughout their stay. In partnership with Brighton Corporation, which has extensive experience in hotel management in Kyoto, we look forward to welcoming guests with exceptional hospitality.”
Tsutomu Yasuda, president, Brighton Corporation Co., Ltd, commented, “We are delighted to sign a franchise agreement between Brighton Corporation and Hilton, a global leader in the hospitality industry. The Curio Collection brand, with its emphasis on distinct character and strong local connections, aligns perfectly with the qualities and strengths of Kyoto Brighton Hotel. We believe this synergy will allow us to create a truly one-of-a-kind hotel that will satisfy guests from around the world. Through this partnership with Hilton, we aim to continue building a beloved hotel that leverages the experience and deep relationships that we have cultivated with the local community over the years.”
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