KARAKA, Auckland, New Zealand - DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka, Hilton’s fourth DoubleTree by Hilton in New Zealand, opened its doors on Saturday 26 March 2022. The hotel, owned by New Zealand Bloodstock and designed by Pacific Architecture, boasts 122 well-appointed guest rooms and suites and state-of-the-art facilities set amongst the rural charm of Karaka, only 20 kilometers south of Auckland’s central business district.
“To say we’re excited to welcome guests from near and far to DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka is an understatement. Our warm welcome and signature hospitality is a perfect fit for the natural pastoral charm of Karaka and the ‘country home’ feeling of our new DoubleTree by Hilton property,” said Fabien Dewelle, hotel manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka. “We want our guests to feel at home when they stay with us.”
DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka has the unique ability to boast being the only international-branded, full-service property in the region; with a signature restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor heated swimming pool and world-class gym facilities, the property is ideal for guests looking for a picturesque getaway a short distance from both Auckland CBD and Auckland Airport.
Karaka is the perfect destination for an afternoon drive or a leisurely retreat. It is a popular spot to explore local wineries and art and craft markets or to simply enjoy the beautiful countryside landscape.
Modern Accommodation and Facilities
The hotel has 122 stylish guest rooms and suites, each offering comfortable Suite Dreams® by Serta mattresses, 55” HD TVs and therapeutic rain showers to soothe the senses. Guests can enjoy 24-hour gym facilities and lounge by the heated outdoor pool.
Meetings and Events
DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka seeks to exceed the expectations of its guests in comfort, commitment, connectivity and cohesion. With an architecturally designed function area, the Vela Room boasts floor-to-ceiling windows offering natural light combined with state-of-the-art technology. For conferences, seminars and banquets, guests can choose from two fully equipped meeting rooms with a convertible theatre-style space that caters to up to 180 guests. Sharing the grounds with the New Zealand Bloodstock sales pavilion allows flexibility for private and outdoor events, which are held in conjunction with their facilities, which can accommodate up to 600 guests.
Food and Beverage Options
Karaka boasts strong pastoral roots and is steeped in history with a proud reputation of high-quality local produce. Ethereal | Artisan Kitchen, the hotel’s signature restaurant fronted by Chef Mark Southon, has partnered with local suppliers and aims to complement the quality of the local produce with a paddock to plate menu ethos, highlighting seasonal premium ingredients. The restaurant features an outdoor terrace and an open-plan kitchen with a marble chef’s table to help showcase the skills and pageantry of the kitchen brigade.
Horseshoe Bar is located at the heart of the hotel and offers snacks, carefully curated cocktails and delightful platters. Guests can enjoy sitting inside to watch passersby or make themselves comfortable at one of the outdoor fire pits.
“DoubleTree by Hilton prides itself on offering guests a double dose of comfort with an uplifting space where guests can unwind, as well as a broad range of amenities and warm, friendly service,” said Paul Hutton, area vice president and head of Australasia, Hilton. The opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka signifies the trust that our partners have in Hilton and we’re committed to bringing the right brand, to the right locations, at the right time to cater to the evolving needs of our guests.”
DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest loyalty program for Hilton’s 18 world-class hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount and free standard Wi-Fi. Members also enjoy popular digital tools available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors mobile app, where Hilton Honors members can check in, choose their room and access their room using a Digital Key.
For more information or to make a reservation, please visit karaka.doubletree.com or call +64 (0)9 296 2002. Follow our official Facebook and Instagram pages at @doubletreekaraka.
Read more about DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka at newsroom.hilton.com.
About Hilton
Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising more than 7,500 properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 180 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton is a fast-growing, global portfolio of nearly 680 hotels with more than 150,000 rooms across 55 countries and territories. For more than 50 years, DoubleTree by Hilton has continued to be a symbol of comfort for business and leisure travelers around the world, from welcoming guests with its signature, warm DoubleTree chocolate chip cookie, to serving the local community. DoubleTree by Hilton offers contemporary accommodations and amenities, including unique food and beverage experiences, state-of-the-art fitness offerings and meetings and events spaces. Experience a positive stay at DoubleTree by Hilton by booking at doubletree.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about DoubleTree by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/doubletree, and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.