SOURCE McKibbon Hospitality

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown – the first brand flag to make its debut in North Carolina and just the fourth in the world – has officially opened in the City of Oaks along with its sister property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown.

Owned by CN Hotels and managed by McKibbon Hospitality, the contemporary dual-brand hotel offers curated spaces and thoughtful amenities tailored to business and leisure travelers and brings 261 total new guestrooms to the growing market – ranked number six in U.S. News' 2025-2026 Best Places to Live list.

In addition to modern accommodations and warm hospitality, guests can enjoy prime access to Raleigh's downtown business offices and top attractions, including the Raleigh Convention Center, Red Hat Amphitheater & Warehouse District, Capitol building, Martin Marietti Center for the Performing Arts, and City Market.

"We are thrilled to officially open our doors and begin welcoming guests to Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown and Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown," said Karan Patel, vice president of CN Hotels. "Tempo is one of Hilton's newest and most innovative brands and will provide travelers to Raleigh with a distinctive and unique lifestyle lodging option while Homewood Suites is known for its home-away-from-home experience, perfect for extended stay guests. Our sophisticated spaces paired with our unbeatable downtown location and versatile food & beverage offerings were all curated with Raleigh's visitors and residents in mind. We look forward to contributing to the city's continued growth and serving as the backdrop for memorable experiences through these properties."

A convergence of comfort and convenience, Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown is designed for the rhythm of life. Travelers can maintain their health and wellness routine with a state-of-the-art fitness center and wellness guestroom options outfitted with Peloton bikes, Peloton yoga mats, resistance bands, TheragunElite and a Therabody Wave Roller. From thoughtfully handpicked art pieces supporting Raleigh's arts community to spa-inspired showers and amenities, every element in the hotel's 127 spacious rooms is purposefully designed to enhance the guest experience, including well-lit Get-Ready Zones, an ideal spot to kick-start the day, get organized, or catch up on work.

A commitment to sustainable operations, Tempo's Hydration Bar, prominently featured in the lobby, offers Still, Sparkling, and Alkaline-filtered water. In addition to the lobby-level Hydration Bar, each guest floor provides accessible hydration stations, making it easy for guests to refill their water bottles throughout their stay. In partnership with Planet Water Foundation and Klean Kanteen, guests may purchase reusable water bottles from the gift shop, with $2 from each bottle helping to support water-insecure communities all over the world. In addition, Hilton Global Foundation, Tempo by Hilton, and Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown will fund a fourth AquaTower water filtration system that will bring clean, safe water to a community, benefiting up to 1,800 people in a selected location.

"Tempo by Hilton is redefining the lifestyle hotel experience, and we're proud to introduce our first property in North Carolina with Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown," said Kevin Morgan, brand leader, Tempo by Hilton. "From thoughtfully curated wellness-focused amenities to our signature Hydration Bar, every detail is designed to support the rhythm of life and enhance the stay for today's modern traveler in the heart of Raleigh's vibrant downtown."

The pet-friendly Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown features 134 apartment-style suites with separate living and sleeping spaces and fully equipped kitchens, along with a range of thoughtful amenities to help extended-stay guests feel at home, including daily complimentary breakfast with the brand's signature breakfast tacos and an evening reception every Wednesday with free drinks and bites. Guests can maintain their wellness routine courtesy of the shared state-of-the-art fitness center which is open 24/7. The perfect venue for corporate events and special moments, the dual-brand hotel offers more than 3,300 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space with enhanced AV capabilities.

"At Homewood Suites by Hilton, we're dedicated to creating spacious, welcoming accommodations where guests can unwind and feel at home, whether staying for a night or an extended trip," said Rick Colling, brand leader, Homewood Suites by Hilton. "This dual-branded project represents an exciting step forward for our brand, blending homelike comforts with elevated amenities that connect travelers to the center of activity in Raleigh."

Catering to hotel guests and residents working and visiting downtown, Moonsong Bar + Cafe is located on the lobby level of the building, serving sophisticated, clean and natural food options. From the signature avocado smash and energizing smoothies to fresh bowls, wraps and sandwiches, the café is the brainchild of Australian coffee concept Bluestone Lane and offers a diverse and clean menu specializing in options for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free preferences. Smoothies, gourmet coffee creations, spirited or free-spirited craft cocktails are made to order with ample space for guests to work, create, connect and unwind.

Inspired by Raleigh's nickname, the City of Oaks, Urban Oak is perched on the 13th floor of the building. The tallest rooftop bar and lounge in the Triangle area, the sophisticated rooftop lounge represents a unique fusion of the natural elements and the urban environment, a nod to the city's rich past and eclectic future. Boasting elevated tapas, creative craft cocktails, live music and DJ performances, and sweeping views of downtown Raleigh, Urban Oak is slated to open early next year.

Learn more about Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown:
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rdudopo-tempo-raleigh-downtown/ 

Learn more about Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Downtown:
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rduwdhw-homewood-suites-raleigh-downtown/.

Learn more about Urban Oak:
https://www.urbanoakraleigh.com/ 

About Tempo by Hilton?
Tempo by Hilton is a stylish, contemporary lifestyle hotel brand designed for the ambitious traveler looking to maintain a sense of balance and momentum. With the recent debuts of Tempo by Hilton in Times Square, Nashville and Louisville, with more than 50 additional properties under development, Tempo by Hilton offers re-imagined guest rooms designed with well-being in mind, dynamic communal spaces for collaboration or focused work, healthy café-style dining developed in partnership with Bluestone Lane, a leading-edge beverage program featuring spirited and free-spirited cocktails, and next-level fitness facilities both in the hotel and with Tempo Wellness Rooms designed to match an at-home experience. Experience Tempo by Hilton by booking at tempobyhilton.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Tempo by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/tempo. 

About Homewood Suites by Hilton?
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton's upscale, award-winning, all-suite extended-stay hotel brand, has more than 540 pet-friendly locations across the U.S., Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean, with more than 150 properties in the pipeline. When traveling for extended or quick overnight stays, Homewood Suites offers inviting, spacious suites featuring separate living and sleeping areas, and fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators for guests seeking home-like accommodations and value-driven amenities, including free hot breakfast and weekly Welcome Home Wednesday evening reception. Homewood Suites by Hilton is focused on guest satisfaction and stands behind each stay with its 100% Suite Assurance® guarantee. Experience a positive stay at Homewood Suites by Hilton by booking at homewoodsuites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Homewood Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/homewoodsuites, and follow the brand on Facebook and Instagram. 

About CN Hotels
Founded in 1994, CN Hotels owns and manages a portfolio of high-quality hotels throughout the Southeast with brand affiliations such as Marriot, Hilton, Intercontinental Hotels Group, and Best Western Hotels and Resorts. Over the last 20 years, CN Hotels has evolved into a successful and reputable hotel development and management company. Having completed over 30 ground-up construction projects and managing over 50 hotels, CN Hotels strives not only on developing exceptional hotels, but also to help build the communities they are located in. To find out more about CN Hotel, Inc please visit our website at https://www.cnhotels.net/ or call 336-855-0013.

About McKibbon Hospitality
Headquartered in Tampa, FL, McKibbon Hospitality creates memorable hospitality experiences that inspire brand and property loyalty. It's how we've grown into one of the largest (and most awarded) hotel management companies in the country. We operate dozens of hotels for Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, Kimpton and other iconic hospitality brands. Our legacy is built on a foundation of integrity, anchored in how we value our guests, treat our associates and partners, and give back to our communities. Visit McKibbon.com to learn more.

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