Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced that it has been recognized by Hilton with a Top Performer Award for outstanding achievement in guest experience and business performance at its 34 Homewood Suites by Hilton properties in 2017.

“We are honored to be recognized by Hilton as a Top Performer,” said Justin Knight, President and Chief Executive Officer of Apple Hospitality. “Homewood Suites is an industry-leading brand and in collaboration with our management teams, we work to exceed guest expectations and produce outstanding operational performance. We value our long-standing relationship with Hilton and greatly appreciate this recognition.”

The 2017 Top Performer Award was presented to leading ownership groups for brands in Hilton’s portfolio. The winners were selected based on calculated performance metrics and were announced on June 4, 2018, during the 40th Annual NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference.

About Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of upscale, select-service hotels in the United States. Apple Hospitality’s portfolio consists of 242 hotels with more than 30,700 guest rooms located in 88 markets throughout 34 states. Franchised with industry-leading brands, the Company’s portfolio comprises 117 Marriott-branded hotels and 125 Hilton-branded hotels. For more information, please visit www.applehospitalityreit.com.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, with a portfolio of 14 world-class brands comprising more than 5,300 properties with more than 863,000 rooms, in 106 countries and territories. Hilton is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company by delivering exceptional experiences – every hotel, every guest, every time. The company's portfolio includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose exactly how many Points to combine with money, an exclusive member discount that can’t be found anywhere else, and free standard Wi-Fi. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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