HILTON GETS INTO GEAR WITH LIME (United Kingdom)
The hospitality brand and the UK’s leader in micromobility are giving guests the option to explore London at their own speed |
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HILTON GETS INTO GEAR WITH LIME (United Kingdom)
The hospitality brand and the UK’s leader in micromobility are giving guests the option to explore London at their own speed |
Category: Europe - United Kingdom - Industry economy
- Sustainability
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2020-10-27
Guests staying at Hilton hotels across London can now take advantage of Lime’s fleet of electric-assist bikes, giving them a more socially distanced and sustainable way to get around the capital.
The partnership will see 70 of Lime’s JUMP zero-emission e-bikes stationed at seven flagship Hilton properties across central London. The collaboration aims to encourage greener tourism and alleviate concerns over getting around town.
To ensure rider safety, regularly sanitised helmets will be available at reception, with 15-minute free promo codes* offered at the front desk of participating hotels.From The Tower of London to Columbia Road Flower Market, here are some of the sights within a 15-minute cycle from participating Hilton hotels: - Conrad London St James — Just a six-minute cycle along St. James’s Park and riders will arrive at Buckingham Palace. From there they can visit the Houses of Parliament and famous Westminster Abbey via Birdcage Walk.
- London Hilton on Park Lane — For those staying on Park Lane, it’s a nine-minute journey to Regent’s Park. Take Park Lane and you will pass Marble Arch on route.
- The Waldorf Hilton London — Heading towards Fleet Street, guests at The Waldorf Hilton can be at St Paul’s Cathedral in just five minutes on a Lime e-bike.
- Hilton London Kensington — Fancy a bit of shopping? Lime will see guests in Kensington get to Westfield Shopping Centre in only three minutes. Customers can then ride over to the Royal Albert Hall in less than a quarter of an hour.
- Hilton London Metropole — If you’re a cricket fan and staying at the Hilton London Metropole, Lime e-bikes will see you at Lords Cricket Ground in a mere eight minutes.
- Hilton London Tower Bridge — or keen foodies staying at Hilton London Tower Bridge, Borough Market is a must-visit and only a three-minute journey south. You can also visit The Shard on your way.
- Hart Shoreditch London, Curio Collection by Hilton - Columbia Road Flower Market is less than five minutes away from Hart Shoreditch, one of Hilton’s newest London hotels. Situated in one of London’s most creative neighbourhoods, the hotel is only three minutes away from Spitalfields Market and less than 10 to St. Paul’s Cathedral via the world-famous Barbican Centre.
“We are really excited that our guests now have the flexibility of jumping on one of Lime’s e-bikes as soon as they leave the lobby. With the bikes available directly outside our hotels, guests will easily be able to explore London in a more sustainable and socially distanced way.” said Julie Baker, Vice President, UK and Ireland, Hilton.
“Whether Hilton guests are looking to take a bike to an office meeting, see the sites or visit a local cafe, we’re delighted to be working with Hilton to give guests access to a more sustainable method of transportation as they rethink their rides around the capital,” commented Florence Milner, General Manager UK and Ireland at Lime. “Lime is focused on getting London moving again, and socially-distanced, open-air transport is crucial to people returning to shops and restaurants.”
Hotel guests will need to download the Lime app to unlock the bikes by scanning a QR code, before riding to their destination. The bikes can be parked in any permitted spot across the city and do not need to be returned to the hotel. - *for first time Lime users
- Lime bikes cost 15p per minute to ride
- For more information visit: https://explore.hilton.com/lp/london-at-your-speed #LondonatYourSpeed
- Lime is committed to ensuring safe travel for riders and has a COVID-19 Prevention Specialist team which, in line with recommendations from Public Health England, precisely monitors and controls disinfection of the e-bike fleet, increasing frequency as needed.
- Hilton guests will also experience elevated levels of cleanliness and hygiene in line with the brand’s CleanStay programme. This includes a Hilton CleanStay Room Seal to reassure guests that no-one has entered since their room was cleaned, as well as extra disinfection of the most frequently touched guests room areas such as light switches, door handles, TV remotes, thermostats and more.
About Lime
Lime's mission is to foster people-first cities by empowering residents with more affordable, reliable, and sustainable transportation options. As the global leader in micromobility, Lime partners with cities to deploy electric bikes and scooters enabled with GPS and self-activating locks. Lime has powered more than 150 million rides in more than 120 cities across five continents, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership. Learn more at li.me.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising more than 6,200 properties with more than 983,000 rooms, in 118 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company, Hilton welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its 100-year history, earned a top spot on the 2019 World’s Best Workplaces list, and was named the 2019 Global Industry Leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. In 2020, Hilton CleanStay was introduced, bringing an industry-defining standard of cleanliness and disinfection to hotels worldwide. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the 108 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy, plus enjoy instant benefits, including digital check-in with room selection, Digital Key, and Connected Room.
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