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Hilton Orrington Upgrade Complete

Complete renovation of rooms and baths included.

An $8.6 million renovation of the Hilton Orrington/Evanston has been completed, according to a news release submitted on business wire by The Dow Hotel Company, the parent.

A complete renovation of all guest rooms and baths included new carpeting, televisions, furniture, lighting, beds, bedding, showers and tiling.

An upgrade that included new carpet was also made to the Grand Orrington Ballroom among other areas.

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“The Hilton Orrington/Evanston has been a part of the fabric of Evanston for decades, hosting countless business meetings, proms, receptions and parties celebrating all of life’s milestones,” said Murray L. Dow II, DHC founder and president. “The concept behind the renovation of this historic hotel was to incorporate details of its illustrious past with the current needs and desires of today’s business and leisure travelers. The hotel is well positioned to maintain its place as a cherished member of the community while appealing to new travelers to the area.”

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