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Hilton's Q3 RevPAR rises 5.8%. Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported strong third-quarter 2026 performance, with system-wide comparable RevPAR increasing 5.8% year-over-year and net income climbing to $536 million, compared with $421 million during the same period last year. The company also reported adjusted EBITDA of $1.06 billion, up from $976 million in the third quarter of 2025. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) increased to $2.37 from $1.78, while adjusted EPS rose to $2.45 from $2.11. "We delivered strong top and bottom-line results for the third quarter that exceeded our expectations," said Christopher J. Nassetta, president/CEO, Hilton. "Our results were driven by momentum across our system, which we expect to continue for the remainder of the year and into 2027. We achieved our highest quarter ever for organic openings, and the continued quarterly sequential increases give us confidence in delivering net unit growth around the midpoint of our 6.0% to 7.0% full-year guidance range." The 5.8% increase in system-wide comparable RevPAR was driven by improvements in both occupancy and ADR. System-wide occupancy increased 1.4 percentage points to 75.8%, while ADR rose 3.9% to $164.57. RevPAR reached $124.70. In the U.S., RevPAR increased 7%, supported by a 4.1% increase in ADR and a 2.1-percentage-point improvement in occupancy. RevPAR increased 6.5% in Europe and 6.3% in the Americas outside the U.S. However, performance declined in two regions. RevPAR decreased 5.6% in the Middle East and Africa, where occupancy fell 5 percentage points, while Asia Pacific RevPAR declined 0.5%. Management and franchise fee revenues increased 9.5% compared with the third quarter of 2025. Total company revenues reached $3.33 billion, compared with $3.12 billion a year earlier. For the first nine months of 2026, system-wide comparable RevPAR increased 4.7% year over year. Net income totaled $1.4 billion, up from $1.16 billion during the comparable period in 2025, while adjusted EBITDA increased to $3.01 billion from $2.78 billion. Hilton continued to expand its global portfolio during the quarter, opening 182 hotels totaling approximately 27,000 rooms. The additions resulted in 23,000 net new rooms, a 6.5% sequential increase from the second quarter. Net unit growth reached 6% compared with Sept. 30, 2025. Notable openings included Hale Hōkūala Kaua[[ʻ]]i, Curio Collection by Hilton, which marked the brand's debut in Hawaii, and Den Bengaluru, LXR Hotels & Resorts, the luxury brand's first property in India. Other openings included DoubleTree by Hilton Singapore Robertson Quay, Canopy by Hilton Bangkok Sukhumvit and Spark by Hilton Milan Linate Airport, marking the respective brands' debuts in those markets. The company also opened its first hotels under Select by Hilton, which launched earlier this year. The opening of Hilton Istanbul Airport marked the company's 100th hotel in Türkiye. Development activity remained strong, with Hilton approving 30,500 rooms for development during the quarter. As of Sept. 30, the company's global development pipeline stood at 3,869 hotels representing approximately 543,100 rooms across 135 countries and territories, a 5% increase in rooms compared with a year earlier. Nearly half of the rooms in the pipeline were under construction, while more than half were located outside the U.S. The pipeline included projects in 26 countries and territories where Hilton did not yet have an operating hotel. The company continued to expand its luxury development pipeline, adding projects under its Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts and LXR Hotels & Resorts brands. New signings included Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Mahe, Conrad Bengaluru Airport and Iona Galapagos, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Looking ahead, Hilton projects full-year 2026 system-wide comparable RevPAR growth of 4% to 4.5%, with fourth-quarter growth expected to range from 3% to 3.5%. The company noted that third-quarter results benefited from the World Cup and favorable calendar and holiday shifts. Fourth-quarter performance is expected to be affected by the U.S. midterm elections and increased impacts from the Middle East. Full-year net income is projected to range from $1.91 billion to $1.92 billion, while adjusted EBITDA is expected to be between $4.06 billion and $4.08 billion. The adjusted EBITDA outlook incorporates reduced expectations for Middle East performance and timeshare license fees compared with previous guidance. Hilton maintained its full-year net unit growth projection of 6% to 7%, with expectations near the midpoint of that range. During the third quarter, the company repurchased 2.6 million shares of common stock for approximately $845 million. Including dividends, total capital returned to shareholders reached $879 million for the quarter and $2.9 billion year to date through October. Hilton expects to return approximately $3.5 billion to shareholders for the full year.

Industry: Signia Hilton Tainan to hold first recruitment event on the 29th, aiming for Q1 opening next year * 2026.10.27 * 12:05 * China Times Information [China Times reporter Lin Tzu-chieh reporting from Taipei] Hilton, the hotel chain group, is bringing its luxury brand "Signia Hilton" into the Asia-Pacific market for the first time. Its first property, "Signia Hilton Tainan," is scheduled to open in March 2027 and will hold its first recruitment event on the 29th, seeking talent across all departments and planning staffing ahead of the opening. The Hilton Group launched the luxury brand "Signia" in 2019, focusing on the MICE (meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions) market. Formerly the Tayih Landis Hotel Tainan, "Signia Hilton Tainan" is located in downtown Tainan. Forte Hotel Group signed a lease with the building owner Cathay Life Insurance for renovation and has entrusted Hilton Group with management. Signia Hilton positions itself for both business and leisure travelers, combining refined design, dining experiences, and high-standard meeting and event services. With "Signia Shift" as its brand core, it emphasizes switching between work and life settings, using spaces such as daytime business areas and nighttime bars to meet guests' needs at different times and create accommodation services that combine work efficiency with leisure experiences. Signia Hilton Tainan incorporates local history and culture, creative clusters, and culinary resources. It plans 344 modern guest rooms and suites, as well as a pillarless ballroom that can accommodate 800 people, four multifunctional meeting rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, a Chinese restaurant, a destination lobby bar, and Club Signia. It will also have an indoor heated swimming pool and a fitness center. To prepare for its opening, Signia Hilton Tainan will hold its first recruitment event on the 29th. Recruitment covers all hotel operations departments and targets hospitality talent with a passion for service, professional skills, and an international perspective. The hotel will provide a comprehensive international hotel chain training system and career development platform, hoping to attract talent and prepare for the new hotel's official operation. Hilton Group said that Signia Hilton Tainan is the first Signia Hilton property in Asia-Pacific and the ninth worldwide. The group is optimistic about Taiwan's market development and chose Tainan as an important base for expanding the brand in Asia-Pacific. In addition to expanding its luxury lodging brand portfolio, the move also adds a new option to the local high-end lodging market.

Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa appoints Shoeb Mohammed as Director of Operations. Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Shoeb Mohammed as Director of Operations. Shoeb brings over 15 years of leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector across India Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Shoeb Mohammed as Director of Operations. Shoeb brings over 15 years of leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector across India and Canada. He combines strategic thinking and operational efficiency with a deep understanding of both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, alongside a proven ability to manage large-scale events and groups while consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences. In his role as Director of Operations, Shoeb will leverage his expertise in luxury hospitality and operational leadership to support the continued growth of Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa. Drawing on his strengths in people development and performance management, he aims to optimise profitability while fostering service innovation, developing compelling concepts and upholding the highest standards of guest satisfaction. Shoeb began his leadership journey with Hyatt, where he progressed through the ranks, gaining hands-on experience across various operational functions and international markets. He subsequently held a director-level role with Marriott, further strengthening his expertise in food and beverage and overall hotel operations. Now returning to the Hilton family, he brings more than 15 years of experience as a people-first leader with a strong focus on operational excellence and team development. "I am delighted to be back with Hilton. Joining Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa marks an important milestone in my career, and I am eager to hit the ground running. Hilton's legacy of hospitality excellence sets a benchmark for the industry, and being part of this team presents an exciting opportunity to build on that legacy and take it to new heights. I look forward to working with the team to create memorable guest experiences and continue delivering the signature hospitality that Hilton is renowned for." Shoeb Mohammed Shoeb's appointment reflects Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa's commitment to guest-centric service, sustainable growth and operational excellence as the resort continues its journey towards becoming one of India's leading lifestyle destinations.