Hotels

Hilton to Triple its Presence in Africa to More Than 160 Hotels

By Newsdesk Jul 1, 2025 8:30am

Hilton has announced plans to nearly triple its presence in Africa, aiming to operate more than 160 hotels in the coming years. The announcement coincided with the 2025 Future Hospitality Summit Africa. Across its portfolio of brands, Hilton expects to open more than 100 hotels on the continent, supporting Africa’s burgeoning hospitality sector and creating approximately 18,000 jobs for local people.

Hilton to Debut in Angola

Hilton has signed Hilton Luanda Hotel Godinho in partnership with Servicab S.A. Expected to open in 2027, the hotel will feature 220 guestrooms and suites. Stretched along a 2.78-acre beachfront with unobstructed ocean views, the property will offer multiple dining options and more than 10,764 square feet of event space.

In a second deal, the global hotel group partnered with Crestigo to bring Hilton Garden Inn Luanda Airport to life. Set to open in 2028, the hotel will include 200 guestrooms, an all-day dining restaurant with a terrace, flexible meeting rooms, a fitness center, a pool, and a rooftop bar. Its proximity to António Agostinho Neto International Airport and key business hubs makes it an ideal option for corporate travelers.

The company has also struck a deal with Prodoil S.A. to debut its DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Angola. Scheduled to open in 2026, the property will offer 290 contemporary apartments—including studio rooms, two- and three-bedroom suites—as well as 10 oceanfront villas. Amenities will include a restaurant, a swimming pool, and a natural lake.

Additional Hilton Market Debuts

Hilton Cotonou

In Benin, the global hotel group has inked a deal to open Hilton Cotonou in partnership with the Republic of Benin, through the Société de Développement Hôtelier du Bénin (SDHB). This landmark project marks Hilton’s official entry into the Beninese market.

Scheduled to open in 2028, Hilton Cotonou will be strategically located on the Boulevard de la Marina, next to the Congress Palace, key government offices, and several international embassies. The hotel will feature 233 contemporary guestrooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant, a signature destination bar and terrace, a pool bar, a spa, an outdoor pool, and flexible meeting spaces designed for both business and social events.

The project is expected to generate several hundred direct and indirect jobs across hospitality and related sectors. It will also enhance Benin’s capacity to host international conferences and events, reinforcing the country’s ambition to become an African hub for business and high-end tourism.

Hilton & Hilton Garden Inn Antananarivo

In Madagascar, the hospitality company will open two properties, marking its re-entry into the country. Located in the heart of Madagascar’s capital and expected to open in 2028, Hilton Antananarivo will feature 170 guestrooms, multiple dining options, a ballroom, six meeting rooms, a fitness center, spa and outdoor pool. Further South, Hilton Garden Inn Antananarivo will be part of a mixed-use development with retail and office spaces, making it ideal for business and leisure travellers. Set to open in 2027, the 120-guestroom hotel will offer a restaurant, bar, flexible meeting rooms, a fitness center, and an outdoor pool.

Nigeria Expansion

The Wave Hotel Abuja Jabi, Curio Collection by Hilton

Located in Jabi, one of the capital's most popular districts, The Wave Hotel Abuja Jabi, Curio Collection by Hilton, will feature 93 guestrooms, upscale dining venues, an outdoor pool, and a wellness center. Developed in partnership with The Wave Hotel Limited (OpCo), the hotel is set to open in 2026 and benefits from being a short 10-minute drive from Abuja's Commercial Business District.

Hilton Lagos Ikeja

Hilton Lagos Ikeja is set to open in partnership with Cornfield Group. Located in Ikeja’s government and residential hub, the hotel is strategically situated near corporate and governmental offices and in proximity to the Murtala Muhammed International Airport. Slated to open in 2029 with 200 modern guestrooms and suites, the hotel will offer elevated dining options such as an all-day dining restaurant, a signature restaurant, a lobby bar, a pool bar & grill, and a destination bar. A spacious ballroom, four meeting rooms, and a fully equipped fitness center will round out the amenities.

Hilton Garden Inn in Kano

Marking Kano’s first internationally branded hotel, Hilton Garden Inn is being developed in partnership with Akhim Plus Limited. The hotel will feature 100 guestrooms, flexible meeting rooms, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Expected to open in 2029, the hotel’s location near key sites including the Government House, Emir's Palace, National Museum, Kano Race Course, Kano Golf Club, and Meena Event Centre makes it well suited for business and leisure travelers alike.

West Africa and East Africa

Hampton by Hilton Accra Airport

Hilton's deal with Amani International Hospitality Limited is set to bring the Hampton by Hilton brand to Ghana’s Kotoka International Airport. Opening in 2026, Hampton by Hilton Accra Airport will include 170 guestrooms, a fully equipped fitness center, an outdoor pool, and meeting spaces. The hotel will also offer a dynamic open-concept social space and a round-the-clock snacks shop. It will be a part of Airport Area Accra, a mixed-use development featuring malls and corporate offices.

In Ethiopia, Hilton recently announced agreements with Brighton Hotels and Business Plc. to open two properties—DoubleTree by Hilton Adama and DoubleTree by Hilton Dire Dawa—marking the first internationally branded hotels in the cities. Opening in 2028, these hotels further reaffirm Hilton’s commitment to expanding its presence in Ethiopia, with plans to reach eight trading properties across the country in the coming years.

Hilton has also announced its Tanzanian re-entry with the signing of Canopy by Hilton Zanzibar The Burj, in partnership with CPS Live Limited. Expected to open in 2027, the lifestyle hotel will feature 162 inviting and sophisticated guestrooms and suites, elevated dining spaces, and a wide array of facilities. Located in Fumba Town and part of a mixed-use development, ‘BURJ Zanzibar,’ the property will offer unique experiences tailored to guests seeking authentic local experiences.

North Africa

Hilton continues to grow across North Africa, with plans to triple its portfolio in Egypt to more than 40 trading hotels across the country in the coming years. In Morocco, the company is set to more than double its portfolio, with plans to bolster its luxury presence and introduce new brands.

In partnership with Le Clos de l’Atlas, the global hospitality operator is set to open DoubleTree by Hilton Fes Golf in 2028. The 109-guestroom property will be located next to a golf course and will offer easy access to Fes’s many cultural attractions. The hotel will also be in close proximity to Fes’s industrial quarter and an upcoming convention center, making it ideal for business travellers as well.

Recent & Upcoming Openings

In South Africa, the hospitality giant recently opened Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof in partnership with Growthpoint Properties, marking the lifestyle brand’s debut in South Africa. Located in the vibrant Longkloof precinct, the hotel features 154 spacious and modern guestrooms. Each hotel room reflects the country’s cultural richness through bold local art and design and colourful prints throughout its interiors. Ideally situated in Cape Town’s City Bowl, the property offers easy access to Table Mountain, Camps Bay, and the V&A Waterfront. Guests can also enjoy the hotel’s signature restaurant, Ongetem, led by renowned chef Bertus Basson, celebrating South African culinary heritage with bold, contemporary flair.

Hilton also recently opened DoubleTree by Hilton Addis Ababa Airport in Ethiopia. Located just minutes from Bole Addis Ababa International Airport, the property offers a complimentary airport shuttle, a rooftop restaurant, and proximity to the various events at Millenium Hall. Last year, Hilton opened the first Hampton by Hilton in Africa in South Africa with Hampton by Hilton Sandton Grayston, bringing the brand’s friendly and authentic service to Johannesburg’s financial and shopping district.

Later this year, Hilton expects to open its first hotel in Ghana with Hilton Accra Cantonments in partnership with High Street Development Company. Located in Cantonments, an upscale suburb which is home to multiple embassies and high commissions, the hotel will feature 145 guestrooms and a range of dining options including an all-day dining restaurant, a lobby lounge and pool bar. The hotel will offer a gym, spa, and outdoor swimming pool, as well as more than 9,688 square feet of event space including a ballroom, seven meeting rooms and an executive boardroom.

Hilton currently operates 63 hotels in Africa, with more than 100 under development. All hotels will be part of Hilton Honors.