Hilton is a major global hospitality company that owns and manages a portfolio of 24 hotel brands, with over 7,600 properties worldwide. Founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton, the company offers various hotel types, from luxury and full-service to extended-stay suites and focused-service properties. Hilton also operates the Hilton Honors guest-loyalty program, which provides members with benefits like digital check-in and free WiFi.