Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Senior notes	$ 375	$ 371
Credit facility	718	946
Common stock, par value	$ 0.01	$ 0.01
Common stock, shares authorized	1,050	1,050
Common stock, shares issued	755.3	754.8
Common stock, shares outstanding	755.3	754.8
Term Loan
Credit facility	500	500
HOST HOTELS & RESORTS L.P.
Senior notes	375	371
Credit facility	718	946
HOST HOTELS & RESORTS L.P. | Term Loan
Credit facility	$ 500	$ 500