Hilton Worldwide reported a 3.9% increase in systemwide comparable revenue per available room (RevPAR) in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, with systemwide occupancy rising by one percentage point to 74.9% and average daily rate climbing 2.5% to $166.97. This resulted in a Q2 2026 RevPAR of $125.02. The company posted a net income of $482 million for the quarter, up from $442 million a year earlier, and reported adjusted EBITDA of $1.05 billion, according to Travelers Today.
Regionally, RevPAR performance varied significantly. The United States recorded a 5.4% increase, supported in part by
the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while the Americas excluding the U.S. rose 4.6%. Europe’s RevPAR grew 4.3% and Asia Pacific’s increased 1.2%. In contrast, the Middle East and Africa experienced a 29.5% decline in RevPAR due to conflict-related disruptions and temporary hotel closures. Hilton’s managed and franchised segment saw a 4% RevPAR gain, whereas the ownership segment declined by 3.4% during the quarter.
Hotel Development Pipeline Expands
As of June 30, 2026, Hilton’s global hotel pipeline included approximately 3,850 hotels with a total of 541,300 rooms spanning 132 countries and territories. More than half of these rooms are located outside the United States, and
the pipeline covers 26 countries and territories where Hilton currently has no open hotels. Nearly half of all pipeline rooms were reported as under construction. During the second quarter, Hilton approved development for 42,900 additional rooms, contributing to a net pipeline growth of 14,300 rooms since the end of March 2026.
Hotel Openings and Portfolio Size
Hilton opened 207 new hotels comprising 24,100 rooms during Q2 2026, resulting in a net unit growth of 21,600 rooms after accounting for removals. By the end of June, the company’s portfolio totaled 9,332 hotels with approximately 1.36 million rooms, excluding its Hilton Grand Vacations properties. Hilton continues to
forecast full-year net unit growth between 6% and 7%.
Implications for Hotel Guests and Future Bookings
The 3.9% increase in RevPAR reflects both higher occupancy rates and elevated average daily rates, signaling increased lodging demand across Hilton’s properties. However, this rise does not indicate a uniform price increase for every guest stay, nor does it predict prices at specific hotels. The extensive pipeline suggests a broadening of Hilton’s global footprint, particularly outside the U.S., with potential new locations and brand options in markets where Hilton presently has no hotels. Patients deciding on near-term stays should focus on properties currently open or under construction rather than the full
pipeline, as the pipeline does not guarantee immediate availability.
Revised Full-Year Outlook
Following the stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, Hilton’s management raised its full-year 2026 comparable systemwide RevPAR growth forecast to a range of 3% to 3.5%, up from the previous projection of 2% to 3%. The company expects approximately 4% RevPAR growth in the third quarter, driven partly by event timing such as the FIFA World Cup. However, management indicated that U.S. midterm elections and an unfavorable calendar comparison could dampen RevPAR growth in the fourth quarter. Hilton filed its Q2 2026 results with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ahead of its earnings
call on July 28, 2026.
