MCLEAN, Va. – Hampton by Hilton today announced Kaylee V. from East Lansing, Mich. has been crowned the brand’s first-ever Guest Waffle Boss. Stacked high with creativity, originality and flavor appeal, Kaylee’s Peach Cobbler waffle earned her the ultimate breakfast dream gig in the brand’s nationwide contest.
This fall, waffle-loving guests and fans were invited to share why they love The Hampton Waffle and what mouthwatering new flavor they’d whip up as the brand’s future limited time offering. Kaylee’s Peach Cobbler waffle, a playful take on a Southern classic, combines her love of hand-picked peaches and fresh buttermilk waffles, creating a winning flavor.
“At Hampton by Hilton, we’ve always believed our guests know best. For over 40 years, we’ve set the standard for friendly, authentic service and trusted stay experiences – including our complimentary hot breakfast and signature waffles, which are always a guest favorite,” said Shruti Gandhi Buckley, SVP and brand leader, Hampton by Hilton. “Hamptonality comes to life each morning through the genuine connections our team members make with travelers, and celebrating our guests’ ideas is yet another way we share moments of warmth and hospitality.”
"At Hampton by Hilton, we’ve always believed our guests know best. For over 40 years, we’ve set the standard for friendly, authentic service and trusted stay experiences – including our complimentary hot breakfast and signature waffles, which are always a guest favorite. Hamptonality comes to life each morning through the genuine connections our team members make with travelers, and celebrating our guests’ ideas is yet another way we share moments of warmth and hospitality."
As the Guest Waffle Boss, Kaylee will team up with Hampton’s culinary experts to craft her winning flavor into a comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe to be served at nearly 2,500 hotels across the U.S. and Canada in 2026. Kaylee’s Peach Cobbler waffle with fragrant cinnamon, ripe peaches, whipped cream, and a crisp oat topping is sure to be a guest favorite. She will also savor the success with 1 million Hilton Honors Points to dream, book and spend on future stays, once-in-a-lifetime Hilton Honors Experiences and more, plus a five-night stay at any Hampton by Hilton property worldwide.
When she’s not staying in a Hampton by Hilton hotel on family vacations or perfecting her next baking recipe, Kaylee enjoys running with her local club, creating monthly “scrapbook” videos and diving into her book club’s latest read.
For decades, The Hampton Waffle has been the centerpiece of the complimentary, hot breakfast – from the original Belgian-style waffle to fun twists like Red Velvet, Pumpkin Spice and Apple Cinnamon to unique creations like The (Beverly) Christmas Waffle from U.S. Waffle Boss Beverly Christmas. Now, the Peach Cobbler waffle will take its place in the lineup, making its debut next year and giving travelers a new flavor to enjoy as part of Hampton’s beloved breakfast tradition.
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Check out Kaylee V.'s submission video which inspired the new flavor here.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 25 world-class brands comprising 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms, in 141 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 235 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Hampton by Hilton
As the No. 1 ranked lodging franchise for the last 16 years by Entrepreneur®, Hampton by Hilton — including Hampton Inn by Hilton and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton — serves quality-driven and value-conscious travelers at more than 3,100 properties in 44 countries and territories around the globe. The brand continues to lead its segment by providing guests with high quality, thoughtfully designed accommodations and amenities, such as modern, spacious rooms and free hot breakfast featuring the signature Hampton Waffle. Hampton by Hilton is committed to delivering an exceptionally friendly and authentic service all backed by the 100% Hampton Guarantee™. Experience a best-in-class stay at Hampton by Hilton by booking at hampton.com or through the or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Hampton by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/hampton, and follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram and X.