Asset Dispositions and Impairments (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Asset Dispositions and Impairments (Textual) [Abstract]
Net cash proceeds from disposal of wholly-owned hotel	$ 11
Loss recognized on sale of wholly owned hotel	(7)	(33)
Minority Investment - Japan Hotel [Member]
Asset Dispositions and Impairments (Textual) [Abstract]
Impairment loss relating to minority investment in a joint venture hotel located in Japan		$ 32

- Definition

This item represents an other than temporary decline in value that has been recognized against an investment accounted for under the equity method of accounting. The excess of the carrying amount over the fair value of the investment represents the amount of the write down which is or was reflected in earnings. The written down value is a new cost basis with the adjusted value of the investment becoming its new carrying value subject to the equity accounting method. Evidence of a loss in value might include, but would not necessarily be limited to, absence of an ability to recover the carrying amount of the investment or inability of the investee to sustain an earnings capacity which would justify the carrying amount of the investment.

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