Hilton Announces Partnership with INSPIRE Entertainment Resort in South Korea
Hilton has announced the signing of a landmark agreement between its flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, one of Asia’s premier leisure destinations. INSPIRE Entertainment Resort will continue to manage the property under a franchise agreement.
South Korea is a premier destination for leisure travel within Asia, attracting a growing number of visitors each year. The nation’s vibrant tourism industry shows no signs of slowing down, with increasing interest from both domestic and international travelers.
This strategic partnership introduces Hilton to one of South Korea’s most dynamic destinations and is poised to further accelerate South Korea’s tourism sector, drawing a diverse array of guests and elevating the country’s appeal as a world-class travel hotspot.
INSPIRE Entertainment Resort features a five-star hotel comprising three towers–Forest, Sun, and Ocean–each uniquely designed with distinct interior concepts and offering a total of 1,275 guest rooms. (Image: Suite room image from the Ocean Tower)
INSPIRE, an expansive integrated entertainment resort featuring 1,275 rooms, is ideally situated just a 15-minute drive from Incheon International Airport. The property boasts three uniquely themed hotel towers, South Korea’s first 15,000-seat performance arena, an indoor water park beneath a stunning glass dome, extensive MICE facilities, a vibrant outdoor entertainment park, a casino, a 150-meter digital entertainment street, and a lively selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts is renowned for hosting some of the world’s most iconic experiences and events, making guests feel connected and re-invigorated. Guests will have the opportunity to discover INSPIRE’s distinctive resort experience, nestled in the scenic Yeongjong Island area of Incheon, where five-star hospitality and a wide array of entertainment options are offered within a single integrated destination.
“This partnership highlights our unwavering commitment to expanding Hilton’s footprint across South Korea, while introducing our largest property in the Asia Pacific region. By uniting Hilton’s century-long legacy of exceptional hospitality with INSPIRE’s visionary destination, we are poised to redefine the guest experience—delivering unforgettable moments for both international travelers and local guests alike,” said Clarence Tan, senior vice president, Development, Asia Pacific, Hilton.
Chen Si, president of INSPIRE Entertainment Resort (L) and Clarence Tan, senior vice president, Development, Asia Pacific, Hilton (R) at the signing ceremony.
“We are thrilled to partner with Hilton, a hospitality leader with global reputation and powerful loyalty ecosystem, which will enable INSPIRE to connect more deeply with travelers across Asia and beyond,” said Chen Si, president of INSPIRE Entertainment Resort. “This collaboration will mark a crucial milestone in INSPIRE’s journey to becoming a world-class entertainment destination, delivering extraordinary experiences that transcend borders and generations”.
“Hilton was one of the first international hotel brands to enter South Korea in 1983. For over 40 years, Hilton has set international hospitality standards for the country as well as contributing significantly to the growth of tourism. Our partnership with INSPIRE continues Hilton’s journey and momentum to provide unparalleled travel experiences for guests from South Korea and abroad,” said Joseph Khairallah, area vice president, head of Japan, Korea & Micronesia, Hilton.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 24 world-class brands comprising more than 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 139 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. 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.
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About INSPIRE Entertainment Resort
INSPIRE, located in the IBC-III area of Incheon International Airport in Yeongjong Island, is a large-scale entertainment integrated resort that combines various resort facilities, entertainment elements, and top-notch hospitality services. INSPIRE features three premier hotel towers with different concepts each (totaling 1,275 rooms), Korea’s first performance-specialized arena with 15,000 seats, an indoor water park in the form of a glass dome, state-of-the-art MICE facilities with the largest hotel ballroom in Korea, an outdoor entertainment park where up to 30,000 people can enjoy various experiences, a casino exclusive for foreigners, a 150-meter-long digital entertainment street with mega-sized LED screens, and commercial facilities that blend shopping, dining, and entertainment.
inspireresorts.com/en
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