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Today Hilton Hotels & Resorts announces the official opening of Hilton Columbus Downtown, poised to be a top destination in the heart of the city. The 532-room property is located at 401 North High Street, conveniently positioned in the center of the city’s most admired neighborhoods, including the Short North Arts District and the Arena District.

Hilton Columbus Downtown, opening this fall, is pleased to announce the hiring of two culinary experts from the Columbus food scene to manage all food and beverage operations. With nearly three decades of combined experience, William “Bill” Glover, executive chef, and Michael Mejia, director of food and beverage, are set to redefine hospitality and bring unparalleled food and beverage experiences to Hilton Columbus Downtown.

Hilton Worldwide today announced plans to operate a new 500-room convention-center-headquarters hotel in downtown Columbus, Ohio, the state’s capital. The Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority has awarded Hilton Worldwide the rights to operate this new property on the west side of High Street directly adjacent to the SMG-managed Greater Columbus Convention Center and Nationwide Arena.