Hilton worldwide is expanding its presence in South Eastern Europe with the signing of a DoubleTree-branded property in Macedonia.

Due to open early 2016, DoubleTree by Hilton Skopje will be situated on the banks of the river Vardar featuring 172 upscale guestrooms, including 20 suites.

The hotel will also house a health club and spa that will provide over 900sq m (9,687sq ft) of Turkish Baths, treatment rooms, gym and swimming pool. The health club and spa will also offer local residents membership opportunities.

Other facilities include a restaurant, two bars and outdoor terrace as well as 1,400 sq m (15,070sq ft) of events space, divided into two large ballrooms and a further three meeting rooms.

John Greenleaf, global head for DoubleTree by Hilton, said: “The DoubleTree by Hilton brand continues to enter new markets in Europe, where we already have some incredible hotels. South Eastern Europe is becoming more and more exciting for us and our team looks forward to welcoming guests in Skopje.”