Hilton Hotels was founded in 1919 by Conrad Hilton and today operates 3,897 hotels and resorts across 91 countries. As the largest hotel operator globally, Hilton has led the industry through innovation, products, amenities and service. Key innovations include introducing televisions, a multi-hotel reservation system, airport hotels, and the first centralized computerized reservation service. Hilton also launched the loyalty program HHonors in 1987 which allows members to earn and redeem points. Members are awarded different tiers based on stays, from Blue to Diamond, with increasing benefits.
2. About Hilton Hotels
The most recognized Hotels Corporation
company.
Hilton Hotels stands as the stylish, forward
thinking global leader of hospitality.
Today Hilton welcomes guests with 3,897 hotels
and resorts in 91 countries.
It was founded by Conrad Hilton in Cisco, Texas
in 1919 .
4. It all started in 1919, when Conrad Hilton bought
his first hotel. Since then, Hilton have led the
industry with their -
? innovation
? approach to products
? amenities and service.
1927
opens its first hotel (the Waco Hilton)
1947
Roosevelt Hilton was the 1st
hotel in the world to install televisions
1948
1st to introduce a multi-hotel reservations
system.
1950
Hilton creates its 1st special amenity for
female travelers
1963
Hilton opens its first airport hotel (SF)
and pioneers the airport hotel concept.
1973
Hilton develops the first centralized
reservation service using computer
technology, a breakthrough in customer service.
8. ? Many of Hilton's properties are franchised to
independent operators and companies.
¨C The Hampton Inn brand is virtually 100%
franchised.
? The practice of franchising is popular within the
Hospital industry .
? Most of Hilton's flagship properties, airport
properties, and largest resorts however are
corporate managed.
Franchising
15. Collaborating with partners
? Airlines
? Car Rentals
? Cellular / Online
? Cruises
? Shopping & Dining
? Mortgage & Real Estate
? Rail Travel
? Bank (American express)
16. Four tiers of membership
? Blue
? Silver
? Gold
? Diamond
17. BLUE
? To become a Blue-level member of Hilton HHonors?, all
you need to do is enroll online, at an HHonors hotel or by
calling.
? HSW credited 10 points per eligible dollar of folio.
? Guests earned mileage in partner airline frequent flyer
programs.
? Members earned points by renting a car, using the Hilton
credit card from American express.
18. SILVER
? Members awarded silver VIP status if stayed for more
than four times in a year
? Benefits are:
? Earned 15% bonus on base points
? obtained after 4 stays or 10 nights.
? 10000 point discount when they claimed a reward
costing 100000 points.
19. GOLD
? Members awarded Gold VIP status if stayed for more
than 16 times in a year,
? Benefits are 25% bonus on base points
? obtained after 16 stays, 36 nights, or 60,000 base points.
? 20000 point discount when they claimed a reward
costing 100000 points.
? Certificated for the best room in the hotel after every 5th
stay.
20. DIAMOND
? obtained after 28 stays, 60 nights, or 100,000 base
points.
? Acquired more bang, more affinity, more vesting
from customers if you do something un expected.
21. (obtained after 16 stays, 36 nights,
or 60,000 base points)
Blue (obtained upon enrollment)
Diamond VIP (obtained after 28 stays, 60
nights, or 100,000 base points)
Silver VIP (obtained after 4 stays or 10
nights)
22. ? There are more ways to use Hhonors.
¨C to book or upgrade to any room.
¨C By using a combination of points and money to book
rooms, and reward points even faster.
¨C partnerships with airlines, credit cards, and retailers
provide hundreds of ways to earn points on everyday
purchases..
23. RELATION WITH THE GUESTS
? This program let the most valuable guests to be
recognized on-property.
? After visit calling.
? Feedback groups in addition with focus groups
? Maintenance of guest profile
24. Swot Of Hilton Brands
? Strengths
¨C Technical innovations
¨C Higher brand recognition makes the company priority
choice for clients
¨C Global presence and strong brand portfolio
¨C Professional Standards
? Weaknesses
¨C High leverage combined with downgrade
¨C Weak financial performance affecting the company
25. Swot Of Hilton Brands
? Threats
¨C September 11th was a major blow to the hotel industry. A
similar event could result in another down turn.
¨C Competition
? Opportunities
¨C Spas that specialize in personal services
¨C Personal trainers
¨C Gaming activities would escape regulation, etc.
¨C Take advantage of emerging markets, especially with
business class and mid-priced markets
28. Hilton in popular culture
? Many actual Hilton hotel properties around the
world have also been featured in various Hollywood
films.
? The popular Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program
was featured in the 2009 film Up in the Air.