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2026
2026
Hilton offers a digital solution for paying with points
Hilton became the first major hotel brand to offer a digital solution for paying with points.
2026
Hilton launches Pay with Points
Hilton launched Pay with Points, allowing eligible Hilton Honors elite members to use points to pay eligible stay charges digitally through the Hilton Honors app at participating U.S. properties.
2026
Hilton introduces new brand blueprint that could cut energy bills up to 40%
Skift reported that Hilton has introduced a new brand blueprint that could cut energy bills by up to 40%. No details beyond the headline were provided in the supplied source.
2026
Hilton launches Signia Restore wellness concept with Indianapolis debut
Hilton is introducing Signia Restore, a new integrated wellness concept under its Signia brand, combining fitness facilities, recovery technologies, wellness guidance and retail. The concept will debut at the new Signia Hilton Indianapolis, which is accepting reservations for stays beginning January 2027, with plans to introduce it at selected Signia properties in other markets worldwide.
2026
Hilton appoints Jon Gersonde as Managing Director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Hilton announced the appointment of Jon Gersonde as managing director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, where he will lead the resort's operations and strategic oversight.
2026
Hilton partners with Bank of Communications and Mastercard to launch co-branded credit cards in China
Hilton announced a strategic partnership with Bank of Communications and Mastercard to launch two Hilton Honors co-branded credit cards in China, the Bank of Communications Hilton Honors Mastercard World Card and the Bank of Communications Hilton Honors Mastercard Beyond Platinum Card, which went live on August 18, 2026.
2022
Hilton and Surya Semesta Internusa partner on Bali LXR resort
Hilton announced a partnership with Indonesian property company Surya Semesta Internusa to build a 72-all-villa resort in Bali under Hilton's LXR Hotels & Resorts brand. The resort was planned to open in late 2022.
2021
Jury awards $44 million in verdict against Hilton
A jury determined that Hilton’s negligence played a sizeable role in Kathleen Dawson’s 2017 assault and awarded her $44 million. The jury assigned 90% of the responsibility to Hilton.
2021
Hilton launches large-scale franchise model in China
Hilton announced the launch of a large-scale franchise model in China, offering independent hotel owners opportunities to franchise Hilton Garden Inn hotels.
2021
Hilton Porto Gaia opens in Portugal
Hilton Porto Gaia opened in Vila Nova de Gaia, becoming Hilton Hotels & Resorts' first property in northern Portugal and its second property in Portugal.
2021
Hilton and South Pole carbon-offset meetings initiative in the UK
Hilton partnered with South Pole to offset the carbon footprint of meetings and events at almost 30 Hilton properties in the UK, with carbon credits provided at no extra cost for qualifying business meetings.
2021
Hilton launches Travel Advisor Appreciation Sweepstakes
Hilton launched its Travel Advisor Appreciation Sweepstakes on May 1, running through May 31 and limited to the Americas. Travel advisors could enter for a chance to win Hilton gift cards or ASTA Verified Travel Advisor certifications.
2021
Hilton and SPAR partner for Earth Day reusable-bag distribution
Hilton Colombo and Hilton Colombo Residences partnered with SPAR Supermarket outlets in Sri Lanka for an Earth Day initiative that distributed 1,200 reusable grocery bags made from denim waste to customers at four selected outlets.
2021
Hilton announces EventReady Hybrid Solutions
Hilton announced a suite of EventReady Hybrid Solutions for meetings and events. The offerings direct event planners to hybrid-ready hotels and provide planning resources, customer offers, and team-member training; Hilton said the global rollout would begin that month.
2020
Hilton and Jinjiang renew Hampton licensing agreement in China
Hilton and Jinjiang International Group announced that they renewed the Hilton Hampton operating license agreement, extending their cooperation to 2034. They plan to open more than 600 Hampton hotels in China.
2020
Hilton announces EventReady with CleanStay
Hilton announced a global cleanliness and customer service program for meetings and events, as a next phase of Hilton CleanStay.
2020
Hilton partners with The Suite to support alumni
Hilton announced a partnership with The Suite to support Hilton alumni affected by company-wide layoffs. The Suite will provide access to its career-management platform and premium services, including a dedicated career expert.
2020
Hilton announces plan to cut 2,100 jobs
Hilton announced a plan to cut 2,100 jobs, affecting 22% of the company’s positions, according to the report.
2020
Bill Fisher appointed general manager of Shanghai Hongqiao Yuan Yi Hilton Hotel
Bill Fisher was appointed general manager of Shanghai Hongqiao Yuan Yi Hilton Hotel and regional general manager for Shanghai and Suzhou, overseeing six Hilton-branded hotels.