Hilton Worldwide (NYSE:HLT) is a leading global hospitality company that owns, manages, franchises and develops a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts. The company’s lodging business spans a diverse range of market segments—from luxury and full-service hotels to focused-service and extended-stay suites—allowing it to cater to a wide spectrum of travelers. Hilton’s operations extend through management and franchise agreements, providing a scalable model that leverages the company’s brand equity and operational expertise across thousands of properties worldwide.
Among its well‐known brands are Waldorf Astoria, Conrad Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Hotels & Resorts at the luxury end, DoubleTree by Hilton and Embassy Suites in the full‐service category, and Hampton by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn in the focused‐service segment. The company has further expanded its offerings with lifestyle and boutique collections such as Curio Collection by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Canopy by Hilton, as well as extended‐stay concepts including Homewood Suites by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton. Additionally, Hilton Grand Vacations provides vacation ownership services, complementing the company’s traditional hotel business.
Founded in 1919 by Conrad N. Hilton, Hilton has played a significant role in shaping the modern hospitality industry. The company first entered the public markets in the 1940s, underwent private ownership changes in the early 2000s, and returned to public trading in 2013. Over its more than a century of operations, Hilton has pioneered innovations such as the first airport hotel and the introduction of global reservation systems, continually evolving its business to meet changing guest expectations and emerging market trends.
Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Hilton operates in nearly 120 countries and territories, supported by regional corporate offices and local teams that manage brand standards and development initiatives. Chris Nassetta, serving as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2007, leads a seasoned executive team focused on driving growth through strategic partnerships, digital platforms and the Hilton Honors loyalty program, which has become a key driver of guest engagement and recurring business.
