Hilton Worldwide to Provide Enhancements for Guests with Disabilities

Hilton Worldwide has entered into an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the accessibility of its U.S.-owned, franchised, managed and joint venture hotels. Under the terms of the agreement, Hilton Worldwide will take steps to enhance accessibility at hotels within the Hilton Worldwide network, on its websites, and through its reservations system for guests with disabilities.

The proposed changes Hilton Worldwide will make are incorporated in a Consent Decree with the DOJ and include conducting a survey of all post-1993 owned hotels to ensure their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Hilton Worldwide will also designate a national ADA Compliance Officer who will serve as the company’s primary administrative contact on disability issues for all hotels.