| Year established | 1919 |
| Year franchise established in the UK | 1956 |
| Number of units worldwide | 3,750 |
| Number of countries where company operates | 84 |
The first hotel was opened by Conrad Hilton in 1919. He began franchising in 1956 and today, the Hilton hotels can be seen in over 81 countries around the world, with 3,500 establishments.