Hilton announces 2024 Americas Development Awards winners

These awards celebrate the passion and innovative spirit of its owners, according to Hilton.

“This year’s cohort of winners are leaders in their fields, demonstrating the very best in design, hospitality and innovation,” says Danny Hughes, president, Americas, Hilton. “Our owners make it possible for guests to experience our brands in more destinations than ever before, from country firsts to brand debuts, architectural feats to uplifting community partnerships. We’re thrilled to work with the best developers in the industry–those that recognize the strength of Hilton’s brands and the mutual success in our collaboration. We look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnership with the owner community for many years to come.”

Hilton opened more than 400 hotels in the Americas in 2024 and, of the owners of these hotels, 49 winners were selected for distinction in a range of criteria, including a commitment to quality projects, early adoption of newer brands and impact on local communities.

List of Canadian winners: 

• Multi-Brand Developer of the Year: Sukhdev Toor, Manga Hotels
• New Developer of the Year: Shiv Hospitality Inc.
• Dual-Brand Deal of the Year: DoubleTree by Hilton/Home2 Suites by Hilton Kingston, Manga Hotel Group
• Developer of the Year by Category: 

Lifestyle Canada: Revery Toronto Downtown, Curio Collection by Hilton, Easton’s Group of Hotels, Inc.

Focused Service Canada: Spark by Hilton Toronto Markham, JM Hospitality Inc.

All Suites Canada: Home2 Suites by Hilton Kitchener, Sunray Group

• Development Awards by Brand: 

Canada Conversion: DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown, SHPH Ottawa Inc., Hampton Inn by Hilton Winnipeg Downtown, Alamo Downtown

Canada New Build: Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Orangeville, Tru by Hilton Bracebridge