The Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort

Investment Summary

This 386-room property, a major meeting and golf destination in the Chicago suburbs, was running less than 70% RevPAR index with an annual occupancy of under 50% as a non-branded hotel when acquired by the company.

Strategy

• Re-positioned the property as a Hilton
• Built effective sales and revenue management efforts
• Maximized golf revenue opportunities
• Substantially upgraded food and beverage product
• Re-structured the hotel with a focus on profitability

Table Notes

• 386 guest rooms
• 150-acre estate
• 42,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
• 18 Hole Willow Crest Golf Club
• IACC Certified Event Space

Execution Overview

Within just six short months and prior to the start of major planned renovations, the hotel was already delivering a RevPAR index of 100% and greater, well on its way to achieving a one year target of 110%+.