Hilton Worldwide Reaches Milestones in Caribbean and Latin America

Surpasses 300 hotels and grows pipeline to over 150 properties in the region

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) ended 2025 with record growth across the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA), topping 300 operating hotels in 35 countries and territories and advancing a pipeline of more than 150 properties representing over 21,000 rooms. Fueled by strong demand for luxury and lifestyle resorts and residences as well as continued momentum in focused service brands, Hilton opened more than 30 hotels and signed a record number of deals in 2025.

Why it matters

Hilton's growth in the Caribbean and Latin America region highlights the company's leadership in the luxury and lifestyle segment, as well as the strong demand from owners and developers for Hilton's brands. The expansion of Hilton's portfolio in the region, including the introduction of new brands and concepts, positions the company for continued success in meeting the evolving needs of travelers in this dynamic market.

The details

More than half of Hilton's openings in 2025 were across its luxury and lifestyle brands, driving the segment's portfolio beyond 100 hotels. This includes the debut of Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, Zemi Miches Punta Cana All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, and York Medellín, Curio Collection by Hilton. Hilton also advanced its branded residences strategy with new signings, including Waldorf Astoria Residences Guadalajara and a new ultra-luxury resort and residences in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Across its focused service brands, Hilton continued to expand its footprint, with notable openings and signings in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico.

  • Hilton ended 2025 with record growth in the Caribbean and Latin America region.
  • Hilton opened more than 30 hotels and signed a record number of deals in 2025.
  • Hilton plans to welcome Casa Costa Ilhabela, Curio Collection by Hilton in Brazil and Montara Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Costa Rica, as well as two new Motto by Hilton hotels, in 2026.

The players

Hilton

A leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 26 world-class brands comprising more than 9,100 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 143 countries and territories.

Pablo Maturana

Vice president, development, architecture, design and construction, Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton.

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What they’re saying

“2025 was a defining year for Hilton in the Caribbean and Latin America, as we reached new milestones and reinforced our leadership in the luxury and lifestyle segment. Surpassing 300 hotels and growing our pipeline to more than 150 projects underscores the confidence owners and developers place in our brands.”

— Pablo Maturana, Vice president, development, architecture, design and construction, Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton (Hilton)

What’s next

Hilton plans to continue its expansion in the Caribbean and Latin America region, with plans to introduce new brands and open additional properties across its portfolio in 2026 and beyond.

The takeaway

Hilton's robust growth in the Caribbean and Latin America region, marked by the opening of over 30 hotels and a record number of signings in 2025, underscores the company's strong position in the luxury and lifestyle segment and the confidence that owners and developers have in its brands. This momentum positions Hilton for continued success in meeting the evolving needs of travelers in this dynamic market.