Hilton’s flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, has signed a landmark agreement with INSPIRE Entertainment Resort, an integrated entertainment resort in South Korea.

The strategic partnership introduces Hilton to one of the country’s most dynamic tourism destinations. Located just a 15-minute drive from Incheon International Airport, the international airport serving Seoul, INSPIRE offers:

• 1,275 rooms in three uniquely themed hotel towers (Forest, Sun and Ocean)
• South Korea’s first 15,000-seat performance arena
• an indoor water park beneath a glass dome
• extensive MICE facilities, including the largest state-of-the-art ballroom in South Korea with a capacity of up to 3,000 people
• an outdoor entertainment park
• a casino
• a 150-meter digital entertainment street
• a wide selection of shopping, dining, and entertainment options

INSPIRE Entertainment Resorts, A Hilton Partner Hotel, will participate in Hilton Honors, the hospitality company’s guest-loyalty program for its 24 distinct hotel brands. INSPIRE Entertainment Resort will continue to manage the property under a franchise agreement.

“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.

“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,” said Joseph Khairallah, area vice-president, head of Japan, Korea & Micronesia, Hilton. “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.”