Hilton today announced the winners of its 2025 Americas Development Awards, recognizing the exceptional accomplishments of owners, development partners and hotel teams who are driving growth and innovation across the Americas.   

These annual awards celebrate the innovation and commitment of Hilton’s owners, development community and team members, who deliver high-quality hotels, exceptional hospitality and meaningful contributions to their communities. Categories include Lifetime Achievement Award, New Developer of the Year, Multi-Brand Developer of the Year, Dual-Brand Deal of the Year, as well as the newly added New Brand Pioneer Award and Eternal Light Award.  

“We are incredibly proud to recognize the 2025 Development Award winners who share an unwavering passion for hospitality, a commitment for thoughtful growth, and a shared belief in building hotels that strengthen communities and create long‑term value,” said Danny Hughes, president, Americas, Hilton. “Our partnership continues to fuel momentum for the industry, and we’re proud to work alongside them to shape the future of hospitality.” 

The 2025 cohort reflects another year of strong momentum for Hilton across the Americas. Building on continued demand for its brands, Hilton added more than 400 hotels across the region in 2025, further expanding its footprint and creating new opportunities for owners and guests alike. From these openings, 59 winners were selected for distinction based on criteria such as development excellence, brand growth, design innovation and community impact.  

“Our owners and development partners are at the center of everything we do, and these awards recognize the quality and innovation they bring to their portfolios,” said Christian Charnaux, executive vice president and chief development officer, Hilton. “The projects we are recognizing reflect the strength of our brand portfolio, creating compelling opportunities for owners across every segment while driving industry‑leading returns over the long term. Congratulations to this year’s recipients, who continue to raise the bar across our brands and markets.”   

Click here to view the full list of 2025 Americas Development Award winners.

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