08/28/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/28/2026 14:49
SYDNEY - Hilton, Asia's fastest-growing hospitality company, has been recognised as the leading hospitality workplace in Australia 2026 by Great Place to Work® in the category of companies with over 1,000 employees, marking a standout recognition for its people-first culture and team member experience. This achievement follows Great Place to Work certification across all four countries in the region - Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Papua New Guinea.
This recognition reflects Hilton's continued focus on creating a workplace committed to inclusion, wellness, purpose and growth where team members are supported to grow, recognised for their contribution and empowered to deliver hospitality with heart.
It also coincides with Hilton entering an exciting period of growth across Australasia, with upcoming openings in some of the region's most sought-after destinations, including Waldorf Astoria Sydney, Hilton Palm Cove Cairns Resort & Spa, LXR Gold Coast, Hilton Garden Inn Suva and DoubleTree by Hilton Auckland. As Hilton continues to expand across the region, the recognition reinforces its reputation as an employer of choice - one that is building exceptional careers, attracting top talent and shaping the future of hospitality across the region.
"This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices and experiences of our team members," said Paul Hutton, area vice president and head of Australasia, Hilton. "At Hilton, we know that a great workplace is built every day - through the way we lead, listen, recognise and care for one another. We are incredibly proud of this achievement, and even prouder of our 1,800 team members behind it. As we continue to grow across Australasia, our commitment remains clear: to create a workplace where every team member feels supported, valued and inspired to thrive."
From hotel operations and culinary arts, to sales, marketing, and corporate roles, Hilton offers career pathways that are as diverse as the people who bring hospitality to life. The company's culture is rooted in inclusive leadership, recognition, and a shared sense of purpose that drives teams to deliver meaningful experiences for guests and colleagues alike.
Stephanie Lopesi, regional head of human resources, Australasia, Hilton, said, "Behind this recognition are our team members building meaningful careers and supporting one another every day. Hospitality offers extraordinary pathways for growth, and at Hilton we are focused on making sure our people have the tools, support and opportunities to build careers they are proud of."
Building on Hilton's recognition as the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Fortune and Great Place to Work, and its position as Asia's #1 best workplace in 2025 and Asia's top hospitality workplace since 2017, Hilton offers a range of global and regional programs that support team members in thriving both personally and professionally. These include Thrive at Hilton, a holistic framework for physical, mental and financial wellness; Lead@Hilton, a global learning platform for leadership development; Care for All, an industry-leading caregiving support initiative; and Go Hilton, the company's popular team member travel program offering deeply discounted hotel rates that allows team members across all roles and regions to explore the world and recharge.
To learn more about working at Hilton and the nearly 4,000 roles available globally, visit jobs.hilton.com. Read more about Great Place to Work's Methodology here.
FAQ: Hilton Australia Recognised as No. 1 Hospitality Workplace by Great Place to Work®
Hilton has been named Australia's #1 hospitality workplace 2026 by Great Place to Work® in the category of companies with more than 1,000 employees. The recognition reflects the experiences of Hilton team members and the company's continued focus on building an inclusive, purpose-led workplace where people are supported to grow, contribute and thrive.
The accolade follows Great Place to Work certification across Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Papua New Guinea. It also comes as Hilton enters a significant period of growth across Australasia, reinforcing its position as an employer of choice in hospitality.
Hilton offers a range of global and regional programs focused on well-being, leadership development, inclusion and career pathways. These include Thrive at Hilton, Lead@Hilton, Care for All, Careers@Hilton and Go Hilton, supporting team members both personally and professionally across all roles and regions.
Hilton believes that when team members feel supported, valued and empowered, they are better placed to deliver hospitality with heart. As the company continues to grow across Australasia, its workplace culture helps attract and retain talent, support career development and shape the future of hospitality in the region.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 28 world-class brands comprising more than 9,400 properties and nearly 1.4 million rooms, in 144 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 4 billion guests in its more than 100-year history. Named as the No. 1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune, Hilton aims to create the best culture for its 500,000 team members around the world. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 260 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.