DoubleTree by Hilton proudly announces the opening of an upscale full-service hotel, just 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix, Arizona. The 121-room DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert, is located in one of the most dynamic eastern suburbs of the Valley of the Sun, situated just 15 miles from the City Center, easily accessible to Loop 202 and Highway 60, Sky Harbor International Airport and Arizona State University. The hotel is also located within minutes of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and the Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler and Tempe, Arizona surrounding areas, and adjacent to the highly popular San Tan Village shopping, dining and entertainment district. Formerly a Radisson Hotel, the DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert is celebrating its new affiliation with a variety of new product, service and design enhancements both inside and outside the property, including newly redesigned guestrooms and public spaces and a reinvented dining experience at the popular Brocks’ Restaurant and Bar. Rob Palleschi, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton, said, “DoubleTree by Hilton invites our loyal business and leisure customers to stay with us in Arizona, with the opening of the newly redesigned DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert. This newest DoubleTree by Hilton hotel location extends our commitment to welcoming the world’s travelers in key destinations and providing a comfortable, amenity-rich hotel experience and exceptional service for visitors to work and play.” The hotel is owned by San Tan Center, LLC and operated under a franchise license agreement with a subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide. DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert guests will benefit from the characteristic qualities found at the brand’s more than 295 DoubleTree by Hilton locations in 23 countries, including the signature welcome with the legendary warm chocolate chip cookie presented to every guest at check-in, an array of upscale amenities and guest services, the rewards of the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, and a unique and caring team member commitment to the local community. The tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites at the DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert feature modern comforts and conveniences suited to today’s travelers.  In-room amenities include complimentary wireless, high-speed internet access; spacious work desks with ergonomic chairs; 42-inch, high-definition, LCD TVs; MP3-compatible alarm clocks; plush bedding and combed cotton linens; Wolfgang Puck in-room gourmet coffee and tea service; and Crabtree & Evelyn Citron bath and body products. The DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert features 15,000 square feet of flexible conference space for conventions, business meetings, banquets and elegant weddings and social events, including the San Tan Elegante Ballroom at 9,963 sq. ft., which can accommodate up to 800 guests. The hotel offers a 24-hour self-service business center and complimentary printing service that includes print-from-your room convenience. For guests who wish to keep up with their workout program while traveling at the DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert, 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness facility and a swimming pool are available. The popular Brock’s Restaurant and Bar has been redesigned to feature hand-crafted bistro-style cuisine based on locally sourced and seasonal foods, offering guests American comfort foods coupled with a Mediterranean twist.  Guests can escape into a charming setting with lush landscape and outdoor fountains to enjoy an elegant, relaxing outdoor atmosphere and setting to match the cuisine. The hotel also serves the brand’s signature Wake Up DoubleTree Breakfast, which includes hot entrees and healthy options to start the day right.  At the end of a busy day, guests can unwind with a fine selection of refreshing cocktails at the hotel’s bar.  Room service also is available during peak dining hours.