The Hilton Hartford is a shining star in the skyline of the historic city of Hartford, Connecticut; a 4-Diamond Quality and Service property that completely satisfies all levels of guests. The hotel recently had its Grand Opening on March 1, 2005 after completing a $34 million renovation. The Hilton Hartford is connected to the Hartford Civic Center via a skywalk which provides the hotel guests access to outstanding sports and cultural and consumer show events. Upon completion of the Hartford Civic Center refurbishments, hotel guests will also have convenient access to the new Civic Center shops. This connection allows the hotel to accommodate large conventions and utilize the Civic Center for exhibits and large banquet events. Accommodations include 392 guestrooms and 11 beautifully appointed suites, many of which over look the renowned State Capital building. The hotel boasts three executive level floors that have upgraded amenities and a private lounge serving a scrumptious complimentary continental breakfast (Monday-Friday) and hors d'oeuvres and desserts in the evening (Monday-Thursdays) in the evening. Every guestroom offers an array of personal amenities such as a coffee maker, iron/board, and all are equipped with dual-line telephones with private voice mail and high speed internet access. When its time to exercise, the hotel features an indoor pool, fully equipped state-of-the-art fitness center with the latest in cardiovascular and weight training equipment, and whirlpool and sauna. Morty & Ming's, the hotel's full-service restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner is open until 10:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday. Room service is available from 6:00 AM until 11:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday, and 6:00 AM to midnight, Friday and Saturday. Element 315, the hotel's coffee/lobby bar, serves as a grab and go in the daytime and a hip place-to-be-seen service bar in the evenings. Meeting space consists of over 15,000 square feet. Included in the hotel's meeting space is a 2,200 square foot meeting room that looks out over the city. This room is utilized for conference style food and beverage and intimate social gatherings such as weddings, family events, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. The hotel features wireless internet access in the lobby and all public space.