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Hilton makes its debut in Cape Verde

1 Feb 2018

Hilton has made its debut in Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) with the opening a new resort on the Island of Sal. "Cabo Verde is a fast-growing tourism destination that offers amazing weather year-round, a rich culture and pristine beaches, and we look forward to welcoming visitors to Sal with our world-renowned Hilton service and hospitality. We have an incredible product here and we expect to drive great business and opportunity to the hotel and to Cabo Verde as we look to expand in the country," said Hilton's area vice president of operations for Africa and Indian Ocean, Jan van der Putten, at the hotel's opening ceremony.

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Van der Putten and Rudi Jagersbacher, Hilton’s president for Middle East, Africa and Turkey, were joined at the event by the country’s Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia, Justice Minster Janine Lelis, the hotel’s owners, and a host of dignitaries, ambassadors and guests.

Catering to the increasing demand for next level hospitality

Each of the hotel's 241 spacious guest rooms features a 50-inch LED television, Wi-Fi and a balcony or terrace. All rooms span at least 39m², while suites offer at least 75m² of space. In addition, guests staying in Oceanfront Suites or in the Presidential Suite will be able to enjoy breathtaking ocean views.

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Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort boasts a stunning natural stone pool set within a lush tropical garden. Guests can enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, a kids club with a children's pool and a nautical centre for diving and sailing adventures. The hotel also features a beauty salon and Hilton's signature eforea Spa concept with a wet area and eight treatment rooms.

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Guests and local residents can enjoy a variety of dining options on-property, including:

The Bounty Beach Club: Blending international cuisine with Creole hospitality, Bounty Beach Club offers a casual but refined dining experience serving innovative specialties. Through the afternoon and into the night, guests can enjoy world-class cocktails while listening to the restaurant's DJ.

Pool Bar: The Pool Bar offers a range of colourful and healthy food and drink options, including fruit juices and natural cocktails that guests can sip while relaxing by the pool.

Cize Bar: In the evenings, guests can enjoy a carefully prepared cocktail or a glass of chilled wine at Cize Bar. As the sun sets, jazz, soul and Cape Verdean music add to the venue's unique ambience.

Magellan: Inspired by the sailing routes of the discoverers of the new world, Magellan is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant and features a rich buffet with open cooking demonstrations and a selection of international dishes.

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With over 1,000m² of flexible meeting and events space, including a 300m² ballroom with high ceilings, Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort is ideal for business groups, small meetings and social events.

"Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort is a world-class destination resort that caters to the increasing demand for next level hospitality in Cabo Verde," said general manager, Alejandro Casamor.