Global – October 27, 2026 -- Hilton Hotels & Resorts operates 60 airport hotels worldwide with nearly 21,000 rooms, almost one in 10 of the brand's properties, and is adding new sites while renovating existing ones.

Hilton opens airport hotels in Istanbul and Guangzhou in 2026

Hilton Istanbul Airport debuted in August 2026 as the brand's first hotel within Istanbul Airport, which the source describes as Europe's busiest aviation hub. The property has 485 rooms and suites, eight meeting rooms, three OXBO dining outlets, a spa with a Turkish bath, an indoor pool and an executive lounge.

Hilton Guangzhou Baiyun Airport opened in May 2026 with 237 rooms, directly connected to Terminal 3 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. It offers nearly 16,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, an outdoor pool, a spa and a restaurant serving international and Cantonese dishes.

Earlier additions include Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal, opened in 2024 and directly connected to Nashville International Airport. Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, linked to Terminal 1, has 300 rooms and a rooftop heated infinity pool.

Hilton finishes $50 million Los Angeles Airport room renovation ahead of major events

Hilton Los Angeles Airport completed a $50 million guest room renovation in Spring 2026, just ahead of global sporting and entertainment events. The hotel has 55,000 square feet of meeting space and sits within four miles of key stadiums. Upgrades include premium mattresses, updated bathrooms and improved in-room technology.

Renovations are underway at more than 25 Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties worldwide.

In Europe, Hilton Rome Airport renovated its 519 rooms for its 25th anniversary. It is the only hotel directly connected to Rome Fiumicino airport and has over 15,000 square feet of meeting space. Hilton London Heathrow Airport (T5) has 350 rooms on 13 acres and more than 23,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Traveler survey: 67% want to pack more into short trips

Hilton's 2027 Trends Report found that 67% of travelers prefer trips that let them experience a lot in a short amount of time. Another 63% prefer to stay somewhere central with plenty to do nearby.

"The airport hotel remains a cornerstone for us," said Leonard Gooz, global brand leader, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. He said travelers expect airport properties to deliver the same hospitality and destination-driven dining as the rest of the brand.

Geneva and Amsterdam hotels target meetings demand with 486 rooms and 27 event spaces

Hilton Geneva Hotel & Conference Centre, the brand's largest property in Switzerland, has 486 rooms and suites and 22 meeting spaces spanning over 59,000 square feet. It also has a 16,000-square-foot wellness and fitness center.

Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is directly connected to the airport and offers 27 flexible meeting spaces.