This past year proved to be another landmark year of record growth for Hilton, punctuated by organic growth, strategic acquisitions and valuable partnerships that will position us for long-term success.
In a year that saw the addition of exciting new brands, continued growth in emerging markets, and the strengthening of our hotel development pipeline, our team members, owners and partners came through in a big way. Together, we delivered exceptional performance along with the reliable and friendly hospitality that makes Hilton a guest favorite.
In 2024, we signed and opened more hotels than ever before, adding nearly 100,000 guest rooms to our portfolio. We made our debuts in countries like Paraguay, Laos and Bonaire, announced plans to double our lifestyle portfolio to 700 hotels, and reached 1,000 hotels operating in Asia Pacific ahead of schedule.
We also welcomed NoMad and Graduate into the Hilton family, two brands that have carved their own distinct identities in the industry along with the guest affinity that Hilton looks for in our own brands. These acquisitions mean we can work with owners to serve more guests, for more trip occasions around the world, and deliver unique experiences to travelers.
Throughout the year we meaningfully expanded our luxury portfolio, which is now one of the largest in the industry. By announcing a strategic partnership with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, we are now offering more than 400 boutique independent hotels to Hilton Honors members. Our focus on unique guest experiences and lifestyle-focused brands was also the reason we announced a partnership with AutoCamp, giving Hilton Honors members the opportunity to book elevated outdoor lodging experiences in six iconic natural settings across the American West, Northeast and South.
Hilton Honors continued its strong growth trajectory and members benefited in new ways in 2024 – from unparalleled music and entertainment experiences like private concerts from award-winning artists and themed suites like the one-of-a-kind ‘Stay Like’ Wicked suite, to sporting partnerships like the Stay on the Green experience at the Solheim Cup. Now with more than 210 million Hilton Honors members, we continue to bring exclusive rates, unforgettable experiences, and a multitude of benefits to travelers.
At the center of everything we do is Hilton's purpose and our world-class culture. At our core, we are an engine of opportunity for everyone we serve, and we believe that hospitality has the power to transform lives and communities. Once again in 2024 and for the eighth consecutive year, we were the top hospitality employer in the world, as recognized by Great Place to Work and Fortune. Together with our team members, we made a difference in hundreds of communities around the world with the Hilton Global Foundation’s $5.3 million commitment towards organizations championing people and planet.
As I look ahead, I’m excited about our momentum – I believe we have the best brands in the business, the most talented team, and the strong global network and commercial capabilities we need to continue to execute our powerful and proven strategy. On behalf of our entire Hilton family, we look forward to welcoming you to one of our hotels very soon.