Oct 30, 2020

Hays Convention Center opens Friday

Posted Oct 30, 2020 10:59 AM

In a news release Friday, Hilton announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn & Convention Center Hays, 221 W. 43rd.

Patrons of the hotel will have a variety of onsite dining options, including The Garden Grille & Bar. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, according to the news release.

Breakfast will include a buffet in addition to made-to-order items ranging from French toast to an omelet station and more. The bar will serve a variety of specialty cocktails, draft beer, craft brews, and other favorites. Room service will also be available.

Additionally, guests have access to The Shop, a 24-hour, grab-and-go retail space.

Guest rooms will feature an in-room "hospitality center" with a mini fridge, microwave oven and Keurig coffee maker.

Other amenities include complimentary WiFi, a 24-hour business center with Print Spots remote printing, a fitness center, an indoor heated saltwater pool and guest laundry facilities.

Through use of the Hilton mobile app, guests can check in, choose their room and access their room using a digital key at any time, without having to stop by the front desk.

For business conferences and other events, the hotel features more than 7,800 square feet of flexible meeting space that can accommodate up to 500 people with built-in projectors and screens.

Weddings will seat up to 400 guests, and the hotel will offer on-site catering and bar service for bridal showers, class reunions, birthday parties and more.

“This new property offers guests convenient and inviting accommodations, whether traveling for business or leisure,” said Elinda Mages, general manager. “Our team members strive to make each guest’s stay better and brighter through heartfelt interactions and thoughtful service.”

For more information or to make reservations, visit Hilton Garden Inn & Convention Center Hays or call (785) 727-7721.