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Hilton Highlights New Hotel Openings to Watch in 2026
Hilton has released its annual outlook on hotel
openings to watch, unveiling a diverse portfolio of new properties set to open
in 2026. The pipeline reflects Hilton’s continued global growth, with new
hotels planned across Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and island
destinations in the Pacific.
Expansion into New Markets and Brands
In 2026, Hilton will enter several new countries with
key brands. Planned openings include Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in
Malaysia, Conrad Hotels & Resorts in Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Greece, and
the debut of NoMad in Singapore, marking the brand’s first step into the
Asia-Pacific region.
Further expansion includes Curio Collection by Hilton
entering India, Canopy by Hilton opening new properties in Thailand and Italy,
and Home2 Suites by Hilton launching in Ireland as part of its move into
Western Europe. Additional growth is planned with Hilton Garden Inn debuting in
Fiji and Spark by Hilton expanding into Saudi Arabia.
Landmark Openings and Lifestyle Destinations
Among the most anticipated openings is Waldorf Astoria
London Admiralty Arch, set within one of London’s most iconic historic
buildings. Hilton will also introduce its lifestyle brands to leading ski
destinations in the United States, broadening its appeal to leisure travelers
seeking experience-driven stays.
The year will further see the continued international
rollout of brands designed for longer stays and flexible travel, reflecting
changing guest preferences across business and leisure segments.
Hilton Honors at the Core
Across all new openings, Hilton continues to place its
award-winning loyalty program, Hilton Honors, at the center of the guest
experience. Members can earn and redeem Points at newly opened properties,
enabling them to turn future travel plans into stays at some of the world’s
newest hotels.
Whether travelers are seeking peaceful retreats,
family-focused journeys or trips shaped by personal passions, Hilton’s 2026
openings aim to offer new ways to explore the world—while earning and redeeming
rewards along the way.
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Credit: © Hilton
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