System-wide RevPAR Growth Exceeds Expectations
System‑wide RevPAR increased 5.4% in Q1 2026, driven by strength in luxury brands and premium leisure demand.
U.S. and International RevPAR Strength
U.S. RevPAR grew 3.3% in Q1; international RevPAR rose over 8% with Greater China >12%, Asia Pacific ex‑China ~11% and Europe +7.5%.
Premium Leisure and Business/Group Demand
Leisure demand from premium customers increased approximately 7% YoY; business transient RevPAR was up ~2.4% and group RevPAR rose (company noted nearly 4% system‑wide; U.S. group RevPAR +1.2% in Q1).
Loyalty Program Momentum
World of Hyatt membership reached ~66 million (+18% YoY); members accounted for nearly half of occupied rooms and spend nearly 2x that of nonmembers.
Record Development Pipeline and Net Rooms Growth
Record pipeline of ~151,000 rooms (+>9% YoY); Essentials Brand Group pipeline up nearly 25% YoY. Net rooms growth was 5% in Q1 with full‑year guidance of 6%–7%.
Fee Revenue and Fee‑Related Profitability
Gross fees increased ~9% to $333M in Q1; incentive fees grew ~14%, reflecting strong hotel‑level profitability and contributions from newly opened hotels and Playa management agreements.
Raised and Maintained Full‑Year Financial Outlook
Company raised full‑year system‑wide RevPAR outlook to 2%–4% (U.S. 2%–3%), increased gross fees outlook to +9%–11% ($1.305B–$1.335B), and expects adjusted EBITDA growth of 13%–18% ($1.155B–$1.205B).
Free Cash Flow, Liquidity and Capital Returns
Adjusted free cash flow outlook raised to $580M–$630M (up 20%–30%); total liquidity of ~$2.2B (including $1.5B revolver capacity); returned ~$149M to shareholders in Q1 (repurchased $135M of Class A) and $543M remains under repurchase authorization.
Strong Brand & Openings Momentum
Notable lifestyle openings (Anda Lisbon, Diana's Shanghai ITC, Livingston Brooklyn); strong uptake in Essentials brands (Studios, Select, unscripted) with conversions and new markets expanding footprint.
Technology & AI Progress
Company reports meaningful AI/technology adoption driving revenue‑focused initiatives and productivity gains, supporting targeted customer engagement and commercial performance.