Just a horse and buggy ride away from one of the oldest towns in the United States stands a dynamic, innovative and colorful new hotel—Tru by Hilton. The Tru franchise, which has a strong focus on millennials, recently opened its doors in East Lancaster, Pa. Tru hotels feature contemporary architecture that provides high tech areas to work, play and socialize. With multi-colored rooms and amenities, Hilton’s newest hotel chain is designed to appeal to travelers with a zest for life and a desire for human connection.
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