Sofitel (L), Pullman (H), Novotel (M), Mercure (M), MGallery (LB), Ibis (E), All Seasons (E), Formule 1 (B), Etap (B), Motel 6 (B), Suitehotel (M). Hilton owned by Blackstone Group private equity firm, at November 2010 franchised or managed over 3,600 hotels in 82 countries including the following brands: Conrad (L).