10/12/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/12/2026 14:28
MCLEAN, Va. - Hilton (NYSE: HLT), a global leader in hospitality, announces that more than 50 of its properties have earned prestigious spots in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, as voted by travelers from the U.S. and U.K. This recognition reflects Hilton's ongoing commitment to delivering world-class experiences around the globe, with properties across Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, Signia Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton and Motto by Hilton earning spots on this year's list. Six Hilton properties received first-place rankings from readers in their respective categories, and 26 Hilton properties were ranked in the top five in their markets.
"We are immensely proud that the readers of Condé Nast Traveler across the globe have recognized more than 50 Hilton properties in this year's awards," said Chris Silcock, president, global brands and commercial services, Hilton. "This is a direct reflection of our team members' passion and commitment to delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences for guests. As our portfolio continues to intentionally expand around the world, we remain focused on inspiring guest loyalty and raising the bar for global hospitality."
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts saw incredible recognition within the U.S. survey, with four properties receiving first-place rankings: The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel as the No. 1 Hotel in New Orleans, Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead as the No. 1 Hotel in Atlanta, Waldorf Astoria Helsinki as the No. 1 Hotel in Northern Europe (in its inaugural year of opening), and Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal recognized as the No. 1 Resort in Western Mexico for the third year running.
Seven Conrad Hotels & Resorts were recognized by U.S. readers, with two properties receiving first-place rankings: Conrad Beijing as the No. 1 Hotel in Beijing and Conrad Koh Samui as the No. 1 Resort in Thailand.
Within LXR Hotels & Resorts, Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts was named the No. 2 Hotel in Southern California and Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts was spotlighted as the No. 6 Resort in the Southwest.
The Beverly Hilton represented Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the U.S. rankings, placing No. 19 among hotels in Los Angeles. Hilton Hotels & Resorts was also recognized in the U.K. rankings, with Hilton Molino Stucky Venice placing No. 6 among hotels in Venice.
Three Signia Hilton properties earned recognition from U.S. readers, with Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek named the No. 2 Resort in Orlando, La Cantera Resort & Spa, A Signia Hilton Resort, featured as the No. 11 Resort in the Southwest and Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center ranked the No. 8 Hotel in Atlanta.
This year's awards recognized 13 individually remarkable Curio Collection by Hilton properties across the U.S. survey, led by Hotel Alpenrock Breckenridge, Curio Collection by Hilton, which earned the No. 3 Hotel ranking in Colorado. The brand secured multiple No. 4 rankings, with The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton in Colorado, C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton in Texas and The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection by Hilton in the Midwest. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton and The Valorian West Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton, both of which opened this year, were recognized in their respective categories. Additional recognition spanned markets including Florida, Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Motto by Hilton also made its debut in the Readers' Choice Awards with Motto by Hilton Nashville Downtown landing as the No. 6 Hotel in the South. The recognition highlights the brand's recent debut in Music City as a launchpad for exploring the best of Nashville.
Returning for its 39th year, Condé Nast Traveler's annual Readers' Choice Awards continue to offer a comprehensive look at the places and travel experiences its readers are eagerly anticipating revisiting. The Readers' Choice Awards, with its unparalleled legacy as the travel industry's longest-running and most prestigious accolades from readers, remain the ultimate symbol and acknowledgment of excellence within the travel sector.
The following Hilton properties were featured in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards:
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The 2026 Readers' Choice Awards are published on Condé Nast Traveler's website at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue.
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FAQ: Hilton Earns Top Recognition in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Across U.S. and U.K. Surveys
53 Hilton properties across eight distinct brands were recognized by Condé Nast Traveler readers in the 2026 U.S. and U.K. Readers' Choice Awards, up from 47 properties in 2025.
Six Hilton properties earned No. 1 rankings in their respective categories:
Eight Hilton brands received top rankings, including Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, NoMad Hotels, Signia Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton, and Motto by Hilton.
Across the portfolio, 26 Hilton properties secured top-five rankings within their regional and property categories in the 2026 awards.
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.