Hilton Named Top Hospitality Workplace in South East Asia for Second Consecutive Year

• Hilton ranks No. 2 on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia 2026 list, retaining its position as the region's highest-ranked hospitality company for the second consecutive year.
• Team member stories from Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia highlight Hilton's commitment to inclusive employment, career development and employee empowerment.
• Hilton supports team members through career development, flexible working, wellbeing and recognition initiatives, alongside its No. 1 Best Workplace in Asia recognition in 2026.

SINGAPORE - Hilton (Nasdaq: HLT), Asia's fastest-growing hospitality company, has retained its position as South East Asia's highest-ranked hospitality employer for the second consecutive year, placing No. 2 overall on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia 2026 list.

This recognition comes as growth across Asia Pacific intensifies competition for hospitality talent. In 2025, Hilton expects to fill at least 30,000 new roles across Asia Pacific over the next five years. For the company, the challenge goes beyond attracting people to the industry to create opportunities for them to develop skills, build meaningful careers, and grow alongside the business.

"As Hilton continues to grow across South East Asia, we want our team members to grow with us. This means giving them opportunities to develop their careers, supporting their wellbeing, and investing in the next generation of hospitality talent. At its heart, hospitality is about people, and how we support and care for our teams has a direct impact on the experiences we create for our guests," said Alexandra Murray, area vice president and head of South East Asia, Hilton.

Across South East Asia, that commitment is reflected in the experiences of team members who have found new career opportunities, developed their capabilities, and made contributions beyond their day-to-day roles.

Opening doors to hospitality careers

Winyoo Saengjae's career in hospitality began in 2023 through Brighter Together, a week-long training programme developed by DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort in partnership with Phuket Panyanukul School to introduce students with disabilities to the industry.

Starting as a cook helper, Winyoo progressed into his current full-time role as a food and beverage attendant, supported by the guidance and mentorship of his supervisor, Patcharee Waewpet. Through hands-on experience and opportunities to expand his skills in table set-up, amenity preparation, and guest-facing service etiquette, Winyoo has continued to build his confidence and capabilities in hotel operations. In March 2026, he was named the hotel's Team Member of the Month.

Today, Winyoo also serves as a buddy to students participating in Brighter Together, helping others gain confidence as they explore opportunities in hospitality.

Building careers through mentorship

Joining Hilton Saigon as an intern in 2025, Ân had a first-hand view into hotel operations and found her passion for the industry. She successfully transitioned into her current full-time role as engineering secretary within the same year, where she now plays a key part in ensuring the department runs smoothly and efficiently.

Ân's growth journey has been shaped by the professional development and training opportunities provided at Hilton, alongside the ongoing guidance, encouragement, and support of her team members. From Chief Engineer Nguyen Tan Toan, who mentored her in the technical aspects of her role, helping her develop precision and problem-solving skills, to Engineering Secretary Admin Nguyen Le Mai An, who supported her in strengthening her organizational and communication skills needed to manage a busy department, Ân was also surrounded by colleagues who encouraged her to ask questions and shared their experiences. She now supports the team's daily operations, building a career in a part of hospitality that guests rarely see.

Empowering team members to make a difference

At DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Mohamad Badleey has taken an active role in bringing colleagues together beyond his responsibilities in hotel safety and security.

Since 2022, he has helped lead the hotel's CARE initiatives, bringing colleagues together to support local communities through food donations, charitable partnerships, and other outreach activities. Working with organizations including Kechara Soup Kitchen, Badleey has helped coordinate support for communities in need. During Ramadan 2026, he led efforts to redirect 278 kg of surplus food to community homes.

His contributions also extend to his colleagues. As the hotel's Social Media Champion, Badleey celebrates his colleagues' achievements, helping them feel valued and strengthening morale and collaboration across departments. His leadership and community involvement earned him recognition as one of Hilton's 2025 Hospitality Heroes.

Beyond these individual experiences, Hilton supports team members through initiatives including its South East Asia Management Trainee Program, GoFlexi! flexible working initiative, and learning and wellbeing resources designed to support personal and professional development.

The Fortune honor adds to Hilton's strong run of workplace wins, including the No. 1 Best Workplace in Asia. The company has also been ranked No. 1 in Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, and Malaysia; No. 2 in Indonesia; and No. 4 in Singapore's Large category. The hospitality company has also attained the prestigious Legend status from Great Place to Work®, a distinction reserved for the country's long-standing top workplaces, following its fifth consecutive year on the Best Workplaces™ in Singapore list.

The 2026 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ Southeast Asia list draws on confidential survey feedback from more than 1.3 million employees across ten countries. Rankings are based on employees' experiences of trust, fairness and workplace culture, including how consistently positive experiences are shared across different roles and teams.

For more information about joining the Hilton team, visit jobs.hilton.com. More details on Hilton's workplace initiatives can be found in the Note to Editors section.