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Discover More for Less: Embrace Budget‑Friendly Summer Travel

exterior photo of Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77 at night
Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77

The summer travel season is fast approaching, and there is no better time than now to start planning your next adventure. Hilton’s latest trends report found adventure is a top priority for nearly half of travelers in 2024, and as more consumers turn to budget-conscious decision making, Spark by Hilton hotels are an excellent way to stretch hard-earned travel dollars.

Spark offers travelers practical, consistent and affordable accommodations with new hotels opening in some of the most popular leisure destinations across the United States. Whether you are boarding a flight or embarking on a road trip, Spark promises a premium economy stay without compromising quality.

When you are ready to explore your next summer escape, enhance your trip by booking a stay at a Spark by Hilton hotel in these vacation hot spots.

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

tables and chairs in front of breakfast bagel bar Spark by HIlton Hilton Head Island - Breakfast Area
Spark by HIlton Hilton Head Island - Breakfast Area

Perfect for a sun- and sand-filled getaway, Spark by Hilton Hilton Head Island is less than a mile from the beach. The property boasts a fitness center and outdoor swimming pool and is surrounded by shopping, dining, golf and nature trails.

Mystic, Connecticut

breakfast area with bagel bar at Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton
Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton - Breakfast Area

Art, history and nature lovers will have a great time at Spark by Hilton Mystic Groton, the first-ever Spark hotel! Before you visit the Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport Museum and Olde Mistick Village — all just a mile from the hotel — fuel up at the complimentary coffee and bagel bar. When you’re done shopping and dining downtown, hit the outdoor pool for a quick swim or relax in your room and stream your favorite content.

Savannah, Georgia

two queen beds, artwork, closet, tv in Spark by Hilton - Double Queen Guest Room
Spark by Hilton - Double Queen Guest Room

For travelers seeking convenience, book a stay at Spark by Hilton Savannah Airport, just three miles from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, where you’ll be picked up by a complimentary shuttle. If you’re looking forward to water sports, take a day trip to the Boro water park and Butter Bean Beach or relax by the hotel pool. Catch a race at Roebling Road, see the sights of the Savannah Historic District, or bask in nature at the Tom Triplett Community Park, all less than 25 minutes from the hotel.

Siesta Key, Florida

outdoor pool and palm trees at Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway - Pool

Dreaming of a beach vacation? Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway is minutes from the beach, and the hotel even offers a complimentary beach shuttle. There’s plenty of sights to see and things to do with the Palm Arcade, Sarasota Pavilion, Skiers Island and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens nearby.

For other destinations in the Sunshine State, consider Spark by Hilton St. Augustine Historic District, half a mile from Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and St. George Street. Or be one of the first guests at Spark by Hilton Ormond Beach Oceanfront, where every room boasts a private patio or balcony to enjoy breezy Florida sunsets.

Charlotte, North Carolina

yellow rocking chairs with colorful pillows around a table and a green carpet in the lobby at Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77
Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77 - Lobby

Whether you’re a sports or music fan, stay at Spark by Hilton Charlotte Tyvola I-77, just 15 minutes from the famous Spectrum Center and six miles from The Bank of America Stadium. Thrill seekers will have a blast at the Carowinds Amusement Park. In the morning, enjoy a free breakfast so you’re ready to enjoy all the entertainment the city has to offer.

Atlanta, Georgia

guests and team member at Spark by Hilton Check-In desk
Spark by Hilton - Check-In

Whether you root for the visiting or home team, stay at Spark by Hilton Atlanta Cumberland Ballpark, just one mile from Truist Park. This property is near Downtown Atlanta, where there’s no shortage of dining, shopping and entertainment. When you want to cool down from seeing the Hotlanta sights, take a dip in the hotel’s indoor or outdoor pool.

Regardless of where your summer travels take you, Spark offers simple, reliable and straightforward hospitality with clean, comfortable rooms, useful amenities and helpful service all at an affordable price.