Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards Spotlight Hilton’s Luxury and Lifestyle Brands and Properties

Hilton strengthens its place on this award platform with extra accommodations, resorts, and types featured than ever earlier than

• LXR Hotels & Resorts ranked No. 3 among the many Best Hotel Brands within the World, with Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts additionally incomes recognition among the many world’s prime lodge manufacturers.
• Twenty-two Hilton properties had been acknowledged throughout Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Curio Collection by Hilton, together with three No. 1 rankings.

MCLEAN, Va. –  The Travel + Leisure 2026 World’s Best Awards, one of the crucial prestigious awards within the journey {industry} and chosen completely by Travel + Leisure readers, as soon as once more acknowledged main international hospitality model Hilton (NYSE: HLT) with widespread accolades throughout quite a few classes.  

Twenty-two properties representing 5 of Hilton’s industry-leading manufacturers –  Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Curio Collection by Hilton – had been acknowledged within the extremely regarded annual record in 2026.

In a milestone achievement, two Hilton luxurious manufacturers ranked among the many Top 25 Best Hotel Brands within the World:

• LXR Hotels & Resorts, ranked No. 3, consists of 40 buying and selling and pipeline luxurious properties on the earth’s most alluring locations. Each iconic property is about aside by its particular person design, an unmatched dedication to personalised consideration, and genuine, immersive experiences that replicate the distinctive tradition and character of every vacation spot.
• Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, ranked No. 22, is a portfolio of 40 iconic properties that embodies its legacy by means of sincerely elegant service, one-of-a-kind experiences and a definite sense of place.

From Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, 13 properties had been acknowledged, together with a number of standout achievements:

• Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi earned a Top 10 rating among the many Top 100 Hotels within the World, securing the No. 9 spot within the prestigious class, together with receiving the No. 5 rating within the Best Resorts in Asia.
• Two just lately opened Waldorf Astoria properties made their Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards debut, together with Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, which ranked No. 5 among the many 25 Best Resorts in Central America, and Waldorf Astoria New York, which ranked No. 6 among the many Best Hotels in New York City.
• Three Waldorf Astoria properties earned the No. 1 rating of their respective classes, together with Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead and The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

Conrad Hotels & Resorts additionally earned notable recognition throughout its international portfolio, with prime honors together with:

• Conrad Los Angeles earned the No. 6 rating among the many 10 Best Hotels in Greater Los Angeles and Conrad Tokyo obtained the No. 5 spot on the Best Hotels in Tokyo class, highlighting the model’s continued presence in main city locations.
• Two Conrad resorts had been acknowledged among the many 25 Best Resorts in Mexico, with Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya rating No. 13 and Conrad Punta de Mita rating No. 15 — showcasing the model’s oceanfront retreats alongside Mexico’s Caribbean and Pacific coasts.

“There’s no greater endorsement than the voice of the traveler, and to see 22 of our hotels and resorts named among the world’s best, including three No. 1 rankings and Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi’s place among the Top 10 Hotels in the World, is a powerful testament to the exceptional Stays our team members craft every day,” mentioned Mark Weinstein, chief advertising officer and head of luxurious manufacturers, Hilton. “Even more meaningful is seeing that excellence recognized at the brand level: LXR Hotels & Resorts ranked No. 3 among the Best Hotel Brands in the World, joined by Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts among the top brands globally. These honors affirm what we’ve long believed — Hilton’s luxury brands aren’t just competing in luxury hospitality, they’re defining it.”

The following Hilton properties had been acknowledged as World’s Best in 2026:

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

• Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts – No. 22 Best Hotel Brands
• Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi – No. 9 Top Hotels within the World, No. 5 Best Resorts in Asia
• Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas – No. 1 Best Hotels in Las Vegas
• Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead – No. 1 Best Hotels in Atlanta
• The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 1 Best Hotels in New Orleans
• Waldorf Astoria Chicago – No. 2 Best Hotels in Chicago
• Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem – No. 4 Best Hotels in North Africa & the Middle East
• Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel – No. 5 Best Hotels in Rome
• Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique – No. 5 Best Resorts in Central America
• Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal – No. 5 Best Resorts in Mexico
• Waldorf Astoria Park City – No. 5 Best Resorts in Utah
• Waldorf Astoria New York – No. 6 Best Hotels in New York City
• Waldorf Astoria Washington D.C. – No. 7 Best Hotels in Washington, D.C.
• Waldorf Astoria Orlando – No. 7 Best Resorts in Florida

LXR Hotels & Resorts

• LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 3 Best Hotel Brands
• Crockfords Las Vegas, LXR Hotels & Resorts – No. 9 Best Hotels in Las Vegas

Conrad Hotels & Resorts

• Conrad Dublin – No. 3 Best Hotels in Dublin
• Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus – No. 3 Best Hotels in Istanbul
• Conrad Tokyo – No. 5 Best Hotels in Tokyo
• Conrad Los Angeles – No. 6 Best Hotels in Greater Los Angeles
• Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya – No. 13 Best Resorts in Mexico
• Conrad Punta de Mita – No. 15 Best Resorts in Mexico

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

• Hilton Beachfront Resort and Spa Hilton Head Island – No. 10 Best Resorts in South Carolina

Curio Collection by Hilton

• The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton – No. 2 Best Hotels in Denver

More than 207,000 Travel + Leisure readers accomplished the 2026 survey. A complete of greater than 661,000 votes had been forged throughout over 10,088 properties (accommodations, cities, cruise traces, and so on.). Hotels had been labeled as both resort lodge, metropolis lodge, inn, or safari lodge primarily based on their location and facilities, and so they had been particularly rated on rooms and services, location, service, meals, and worth. For every attribute, respondents may select a ranking of fantastic, above common, common, beneath common, or poor. The ultimate scores are averages of those responses. The Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards will stay within the August print subject of the journal, and can stay on the publication’s web site as a information for readers making journey plans by means of the tip of 2026 and past. 

The 2026 World’s Best Awards record, in addition to survey methodology, are presently featured here.  

For extra details about Hilton, please go to hilton.com.

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About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a number one international hospitality firm with a portfolio of 28 world-class manufacturers comprising greater than 9,200 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 144 international locations and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding imaginative and prescient to fill the earth with the sunshine and heat of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion visitors in its greater than 100-year historical past. Named because the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton goals to create one of the best tradition for its 500,000 staff members around the globe. Hilton has launched industry-leading expertise enhancements to enhance the visitor expertise, together with Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the flexibility to e-book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning visitor loyalty program Hilton Honors, the greater than 250 million Hilton Honors members who e-book straight with Hilton can earn Points for lodge stays and experiences cash cannot purchase. With the free Hilton Honors app, visitors can e-book their keep, choose their room, verify in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and take a look at, all from their smartphone. Visit tales.hilton.com for extra info, and join with Hilton on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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About Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning portfolio of 40 iconic properties, every embodying a definite sense of place by means of sincerely elegant service, one-of-a-kind experiences and culinary mastery in landmark locations around the globe. The extremely anticipated reopening of Waldorf Astoria New York, which Conrad Hilton known as “The Greatest of Them All,” marked a defining second for the model – reintroducing a legend whereas ushering in a brand new period of luxurious. Inspired by their timeless environments, Waldorf Astoria accommodations ship an easy expertise seamlessly, creating a real sense of place for visitors by means of beautiful structure, the well-known Peacock Alley, refined artwork collections, Michelin-starred eating and elevated in-room facilities. In addition to the model’s world-class lodge choices, Waldorf Astoria boasts a worldwide residential portfolio that gives the consolation of a non-public dwelling mixed with unsurpassed facilities and high-touch service. Waldorf Astoria is a part of Hilton, a number one international hospitality firm. Experience an unforgettable keep at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts by reserving at waldorfastoria.com or by means of the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who e-book straight by means of most well-liked Hilton channels have entry to on the spot advantages. Learn extra about Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts at tales.hilton.com/waldorfastoria, and observe the model on X and Instagram.  

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About Conrad Hotels & Resorts

The largest of the Hilton Luxury Brand portfolio with 50 properties throughout 5 continents, Conrad Hotels & Resorts creates a seamless connection between daring design, impactful experiences and curated modern artwork to encourage the conscientious traveler. Conrad is a spot the place visitors are empowered to discover by means of intuitive service and experiences that authentically join them with every vacation spot. This dedication involves life by means of the model’s new 1/3/5 program, providing unique 1-, 3- and 5-hour experiences that showcase every property’s tradition, journey and native essence, permitting visitors to deepen their connection to the vacation spot. In addition to its award-winning lodge choices, the model additionally options an increasing residential portfolio combining refined design, best-in-class facilities and purposeful service in sought-after locations. Experience Conrad Hotels & Resorts by reserving at conradhotels.com or by means of the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who e-book straight by means of most well-liked Hilton channels have entry to on the spot advantages. Learn extra about Conrad Hotels & Resorts at tales.hilton.com/conradhotels, and observe the model on Instagram and X.

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About LXR Hotels & Resorts

LXR Hotels & Resorts is a rising assortment of  40 buying and selling and pipeline luxurious properties that remember the timeless pursuit of private journey. Found on the earth’s most alluring locations, every hand-selected property boasts its personal storied previous and is infused with the essence of its distinctive locale, offering an expensive hub for the discerning adventurer. As a part of its dedication to enriching the visitor expertise, LXR Hotels & Resorts celebrates experiential journey with the Pursuit of Adventure, a brand new model signature that immerses visitors in genuine, curated experiences that replicate the distinctive tradition and character of every vacation spot. LXR Hotels & Resorts is a part of Hilton, a number one international hospitality firm. Each property advantages from the power of the Hilton enterprise and its award-winning Hilton Honors program. Experience an inspiring keep at LXR Hotels & Resorts by reserving at lxrhotels.com or by means of the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who e-book straight by means of most well-liked Hilton channels have entry to on the spot advantages. Learn extra about LXR Hotels & Resorts at tales.hilton.com/lxr, and observe the model on Instagram and Facebook. 

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About Curio Collection by Hilton

Curio Collection by Hilton is a worldwide portfolio of greater than 200 individually exceptional accommodations hand-picked to immerse visitors in one-of-a-kind moments on the earth’s most sought-after locations. Each lodge within the assortment evokes a bespoke story by means of distinctive structure and design, world-class meals & beverage and curated experiences, whereas offering the advantages of Hilton and its award-winning visitor loyalty program Hilton Honors. Experience Curio Collection by reserving at curiocollection.com or by means of the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who e-book straight by means of most well-liked Hilton channels have entry to on the spot advantages. Learn extra about Curio Collection by Hilton at tales.hilton.com/curio, and observe the model on Facebook, Instagram and X.