Who Owns DoubleTree by Hilton?

What does Hilton own?
Hilton operates 24 hotel brands including Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree, Embassy Suites, Hampton by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites, Home2 Suites, Spark by Hilton, and others. The company operates over 8,000 properties in 126 countries. Most properties are franchised, meaning they are owned by independent hotel owners who pay Hilton to operate under its brands.

Is Hilton publicly traded?
Yes, Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol HLT. The company went public in December 2013 after being taken private by Blackstone Group in 2007. Blackstone fully exited its position by 2018. There is no controlling shareholder, with ownership distributed among institutional investors.

Who founded Hilton?
Conrad Hilton founded the company in 1919 when he purchased the Mobley Hotel in Cisco, Texas, for $40,000. He had originally traveled to Cisco to buy a bank but bought the hotel when the bank deal fell through. Conrad Hilton built the company into one of the world's largest hotel chains, acquiring iconic properties including the Waldorf-Astoria in 1949.

Where is Hilton headquartered?
Hilton is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, USA, near Washington, D.C. The company moved its headquarters to McLean as part of its transformation under Blackstone ownership. Regional offices support franchise operations in major markets globally.

How many brands does Hilton own?
Hilton owns 24 hotel brands across all hospitality segments. These include luxury brands (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, LXR), lifestyle brands (Canopy, Curio Collection, Tapestry Collection, Tempo, Motto), full-service brands (Hilton, DoubleTree, Embassy Suites, Signia), focused-service brands (Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton, Tru), extended-stay brands (Homewood Suites, Home2 Suites), and economy brands (Spark by Hilton).

Who owns Hilton?
Hilton is publicly owned with no controlling shareholder. Major institutional holders include Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and State Street Corporation, according to SEC 13F filings. The company has a single class of common stock with equal voting rights. Blackstone Group, which acquired Hilton in 2007 for $26 billion, fully exited its position by 2018.

What is Hilton's revenue?
Hilton reported $12.1 billion in total revenue for FY2025. Revenue is primarily generated through franchise fees and management fees rather than hotel room revenue, reflecting the asset-light business model. The company's adjusted EBITDA for FY2025 was approximately $3.2 billion. Net unit growth was approximately 6.5%, with approximately 700 hotels added during the year.

What is Hilton Honors?
Hilton Honors is Hilton's loyalty program, with over 200 million members. Members earn points for stays at Hilton properties and can redeem them for free nights, room upgrades, and other rewards. The program drives direct bookings and reduces Hilton's dependence on online travel agencies. Hilton maintains co-branded credit card partnerships with American Express.