Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
HOST HOTELS & RESORTS, INC.
Net income (loss)	$ 63	$ (16)	$ (132)
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), NET OF TAX:
Foreign currency translation and other comprehensive income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates	20.0	(27.0)	8.0
Change in fair value of derivative instruments	(7.0)	1.0	5.0
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), NET OF TAX	13	(26)	13
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	76	(42)	(119)
Less: Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests	(2)	1	2
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE REPORTING ENTITY	74	(41)	(117)
HOST HOTELS & RESORTS L.P.
Net income (loss)	63	(16)	(132)
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), NET OF TAX:
Foreign currency translation and other comprehensive income (loss) of unconsolidated affiliates	20.0	(27.0)	8.0
Change in fair value of derivative instruments	(7.0)	1.0	5.0
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS), NET OF TAX	13	(26)	13
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	76	(42)	(119)
Less: Comprehensive (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests	(1)	1
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE REPORTING ENTITY	$ 75	$ (41)	$ (119)