# BWH® Hotels Unveils Enterprise Transformation, Uniting Global Portfolio Under WorldHotels™

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- Published: 2026-10-28T00:00:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

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_The strategic evolution brings together more than 4,000 hotels across 100 countries
and introduces __WorldHotels Rewards™, a unified loyalty program launching Jan. 
5, 2027_

PHOENIX, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Leading global hospitality enterprise BWH 
Hotels today announced a comprehensive transformation, bringing more than 4,000 
hotels and 18 brands under a single loyalty program and global masterbrand, [WorldHotels](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=1678858030&u=https%3A%2F%2Fworldhotels.com%2Fwelcome&a=WorldHotels).
The move is designed to strengthen portfolio awareness, create greater clarity for
travelers and hotel owners and accelerate growth through a unified platform and 
enhanced digital capabilities, while delivering a guest experience that’s powered
by local expertise.

Welcome to the new WorldHotels

Grounded in rigorous consumer research and guest feedback, this strategic evolution
reflects how today’s travelers discover, evaluate and book hotels, while preserving
the local character of each independent property.

"We have a hotel for virtually every travel occasion, but many travelers only know
a portion of our portfolio," said Larry Cuculic, President and Chief Executive Officer,
WorldHotels. "WorldHotels gives us a clearer way to tell our story. By connecting
our brands, loyalty program and digital capabilities under one masterbrand, we’re
making it easier for travelers to understand who we are today, while enabling our
hoteliers to better compete on a global scale and preserving the independence and
individuality of our 4,000 hotels."

Though the company’s portfolio has expanded across luxury, boutique, upscale, extended-
stay and economy segments, research indicates many travelers are aware of only part
of its offerings. The move to WorldHotels is intended to create greater clarity 
and awareness, while preserving the distinct identities of its brands and properties.
Unifying under WorldHotels bridges this gap, giving guests a seamless way to navigate
its full spectrum of hospitality options.

**Local Expertise at Global ScaleUnlike many large hospitality companies built around
standardized experiences, WorldHotels is building its platform around local expertise.
The transformation is designed to scale the knowledge of thousands of independent
hoteliers throughout the global network—surfacing neighborhood insights from on-
the-ground hotel teams and making those local experiences easier for travelers to
discover across the portfolio.

While individual property identities, signage and iconic flags will remain unchanged,
the WorldHotels platform will expand cross-portfolio discovery, strengthen direct
relationships with guests and increase visibility for hotel owners worldwide.

By combining local expertise with the scale of a global hospitality company, WorldHotels
will offer travelers both the confidence of a trusted network and the authenticity
of destination-driven experiences.

**WorldHotels Rewards: A Unified Loyalty Program for 70 Million MembersCentral to
the transformation is [WorldHotels Rewards](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=2803642750&u=https%3A%2F%2Fworldhotels.com%2FRewardsOverview&a=WorldHotels+Rewards),
a new, unified loyalty program that consolidates Best Western Rewards® and WorldHotels
Rewards with 70 million existing members combined. Simple, transparent and rewarding,
the new program introduces three streamlined membership tiers, while protecting 
all current benefits such as status matching, member rates and points that never
expire. Members will retain their existing points value and enjoy additional opportunities
to earn points, while gaining access to a more connected global portfolio and simplified
rewards experience.

Additional details about the new loyalty program will be announced on Nov. 16, 2026.

"WorldHotels Rewards was designed with our guests at the heart of every decision.
Through extensive consumer research and member feedback, we learned travelers want
a loyalty program that feels intuitive and transparent, that recognizes them wherever
they travel," said Joelle Park, Chief Marketing Officer, WorldHotels. "By bringing
our loyalty program together under WorldHotels Rewards, we’re making it easier for
guests to discover the full breadth of our portfolio, find the right hotel for every
journey and feel welcomed wherever they stay."

**Enhanced Digital Platform Designed to Scale Local HospitalityTo power this new
rewards program and modernize guest engagement, WorldHotels has invested heavily
in its digital infrastructure, launching a new website and redesigned mobile app.
At the core of the experience is a proprietary discovery platform built from more
than 10,000 hours of insights gathered from hotel teams around the world.

These insights will help travelers discover hotels, neighborhoods and experiences
across the portfolio, alongside a user experience that makes it easy to manage booking
and loyalty activity. By connecting local expertise, loyalty and digital discovery
on a single platform, WorldHotels is helping travelers explore more of its portfolio
while increasing visibility and direct-booking opportunities for hotel owners.

**WorldHotels Collection**™**: Independent, Character-Rich HotelsAs part of this
transformation, the portfolio’s upscale and luxury hotels will now be unified under
WorldHotels Collection, a global platform for independent properties that preserves
the individuality that increasingly drives traveler choice. WorldHotels Collection
comprises six categories: WorldHotels Luxury, WorldHotels Elite, WorldHotels Distinctive,
WorldHotels Crafted, WorldHotels Backdrop™ and WorldHotels Residences™.

"The future of luxury hospitality isn’t about standardization. It’s about helping
exceptional independent properties compete and grow on a global stage, while remaining
true to their identity," said Ron Pohl, President,  WorldHotels Collection. "WorldHotels
Collection sits at the intersection of independence and scale, giving owners access
to the commercial power, technology and demand drivers of a major hospitality network
while maintaining the tailored, local experiences today’s travelers are seeking."

WorldHotels Collection is expanding in some of the hospitality industry’s fastest-
growing categories: WorldHotels Residences combines private homeownership with luxury
hospitality services and brand affiliation, while WorldHotels Backdrop connects 
travelers with distinctive destinations where immersive natural settings and elevated
accommodations converge. Together, these platforms broaden growth opportunities 
for developers, owners and independent operators seeking access to global distribution
and brand recognition.

For more information, please visit [WorldHotels.com](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=878090210&u=https%3A%2F%2Fworldhotels.com%2Fwelcome&a=WorldHotels.com).
New WorldHotels logos, high-resolution images and b-roll are available [here](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=730161374&u=https%3A%2F%2Fbestwest.box.com%2Fs%2Fa1ghn6zxqnlf2fhdmnpdk5h379809gbr&a=here).

**About WorldHotels™WorldHotels™ is a global hospitality portfolio with more than
4,000 hotels and resorts across 18 brands in over 100 countries. From luxury and
boutique stays to value-driven travel, WorldHotels pairs global scale with local
expertise, serving the needs of leisure and business travelers as well as hoteliers
worldwide. Guided by a commitment to make travel more welcoming, WorldHotels connects
guests to the neighborhoods and experiences that make each destination unique.

Through WorldHotels Rewards™, 70 million members can enjoy simplified benefits across
the portfolio with points that never expire, exclusive member rates and flexible
redemption opportunities. For more information, visit [WorldHotels.com](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=878090210&u=https%3A%2F%2Fworldhotels.com%2Fwelcome&a=WorldHotels.com)
and follow WorldHotels on [Instagram](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=35701506&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fworldhotels&a=Instagram),
[Facebook](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=921835004&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fworldhotels&a=Facebook)
and [LinkedIn](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=2648948344&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fworldhotels&a=LinkedIn).

**About WorldHotels Rewards™WorldHotels Rewards is the global loyalty program of
the WorldHotels™ portfolio, connecting 70 million members to rewarding travel experiences
across more than 4,000 hotels worldwide. Designed around simplicity, the program
features points that never expire, exclusive member rates and flexible redemption
opportunities. Members can manage bookings, track rewards and redeem points through
the WorldHotels Rewards app and online.

WorldHotels Rewards members can earn and redeem rewards across a portfolio of brands,
including:

 ◦ Luxury & Lifestyle: WorldHotels Collection™, WorldHotels Backdrop™, Aiden®
 ◦ Upscale: Best Western Premier®, BW Premier Collection®
 ◦ Everyday Travel: BW Signature Collection®, Best Western Plus®, GLō®, Best Western
   ®
 ◦ Value: SureStay® Hotels, SureStay Collection®
 ◦ Longer Stays: Executive Residency®, @HOME by Best Western®, SureStay Studio®

Learn more or enroll for free at [WorldHotels.com/RewardsOverview](https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4804830-1&h=1675062713&u=https%3A%2F%2Fworldhotels.com%2FRewardsOverview&a=WorldHotels.com%2FRewardsOverview).

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 [⌊WorldHotels has 18 brands with over 4,000 hotels in 100 countries⌉](https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS2019194/WorldHotels-Hero-Image.jpg?id=OA3035816&p=medium600)

WorldHotels has 18 brands with over 4,000 hotels in 100 countries

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