The Westin Hotels & Resorts

Westin Hotels & Resorts is a prominent global hospitality brand that has defined upscale wellness in the travel industry for decades. Originally founded in Seattle, Washington, as Western Hotels in 1930, the brand underwent several evolutions, including a name change to Westin in 1981. It gained international fame for its focus on guest well-being, notably through the introduction of the 'Heavenly Bed' and specific wellness-oriented amenities.

Over the years, the ownership of Westin has shifted through major corporate acquisitions. It was a key part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide until Starwood was acquired in 2016. Today, Westin is one of the premium brands under the massive portfolio of Marriott International. While the brand management and corporate strategy are led from the United States, individual Westin properties are developed, owned, and operated by various local entities and real estate investment trusts across nearly every continent.