Eco Hotels And Resorts has announced the launch of its newly completed hotel property in Ayodhya, strengthening its presence in India’s rapidly growing spiritual tourism market. The expansion comes at a time when Ayodhya
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a new hospitality project in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, as part of its ongoing expansion into emerging business and travel destinations across India.
Marriott International and Concept Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. have achieved a major milestone in India’s hospitality sector, securing 75 hotel signings and opening 50 properties under the Series by Marriott brand within just six months of its launch
The Fern Hotels & Resorts has expanded its footprint in Maharashtra with the signing of The Fern Residency Chandrapur, Series by Marriott, a new hospitality project set to come up in Chandrapur
Grand Continent Hotels Limited has strengthened its presence in India’s luxury hospitality sector with the launch of Grand Continent – A Luxury Collection, Udaipur, a new premium hotel located in Shobhagpura,
Gaya, one of India’s major pilgrimage centres, has seen rising hospitality activity supported by infrastructure development and improved connectivity.
Located in Rajkot, one of Gujarat’s growing commercial centres, the hotel will feature 55 rooms, an all-day dining restaurant, and banquet facilities spread across nearly 2,500 sq ft.
Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has expanded its footprint in North India with the signing of Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels in Karnal, Haryana.
Hilton has announced the signing of Hilton Garden Inn Hyderabad Kompally, marking the debut of the Hilton Garden Inn brand in Hyderabad and further strengthening the company’s growing footprint in one of India’s leading business and technology hubs.
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has further strengthened its footprint in Rajasthan with the signing of a new Gateway resort in Bharatpur. The upcoming property, which is being developed as a brownfield project,
BWH Hotels has strengthened its expansion strategy in India with the signing of Best Western Moga, a new hospitality project set to enhance the hotel landscape in Punjab’s growing regional market
Indian hospitality chain Lemon Tree Hotels has strengthened its footprint in eastern India with the opening of Lemon Tree Hotel, Bhubaneswar, marking the group’s second property in the Odisha capital.
Hospitality chain Sayaji Hotels has strengthened its presence in India’s growing leisure travel market with the launch of Effotel by Sayaji in Gangtok, marking the group’s official entry into Sikkim.
Global hospitality major IHG Hotels & Resorts is accelerating its growth strategy in Mexico with an ambitious pipeline of new hotels spanning luxury resorts, lifestyle properties, urban hospitality projects, and midscale accommodations.
Global hospitality giant Hilton has strengthened its expansion strategy in China by signing two new lifestyle hotel projects in Jiangsu province, reinforcing its growing presence in the Yangtze River Delta region.
With the Uganda launch, Sarovar Hotels continues to expand its footprint across emerging hospitality markets in line with its long-term international growth plans.
The expansion marks the company’s continued growth in India’s leisure hospitality market.
The property is located close to the Somnath Temple and is expected to cater to the increasing number of domestic travellers visiting the city.
The hospitality landscape of the National Capital Region is witnessing a significant expansion as the Pride Hotels Group officially launches Pride Premier Greater Noida
The spiritual heart of India has welcomed a contemporary new addition to its social landscape with the official opening of Cabami by Minimalist Hotels. Perched atop the hotel’s property, this newly launched rooftop dining bar is designed to redefine Varan
The new hotel is located in Knowledge Park III, a growing commercial and educational hub in Greater Noida.
The development spans around half a kilometre across Worldmark 4, 5, and 6, covering approximately 2,60,000 sq ft of gross leasable area.
The property, operating under the Ginger brand, is positioned to cater to both business and leisure travellers, in line with the company’s strategy to grow in high-demand urban markets.
The property has been developed in partnership with Pure Hotel Pvt Ltd and is the group’s first project in the region after its operations in Amritsar.
The expansion reflects a strategy to strengthen presence across leisure, pilgrimage, and urban markets while increasing visibility in high-demand locations.
With this addition, the company will have a total of 17 properties in Uttar Pradesh, including operational hotels and upcoming projects such as Welcomhotel Prayagraj, WelcomHeritage Badi Kothi, and Fortune Select Ayodhya.
The opening also takes Marriott’s portfolio to 220 hotels in India and 235 properties across South Asia.
The company has signed two projects in the past six months, aligning with the premiumisation trend in India’s real estate market.
With this addition, the company’s portfolio in the state now stands at 37 operational and upcoming properties.
The venture marks his move into entrepreneurship after more than 15 years of experience across established hotel groups in India.
The development includes landscaped areas spread across 1.86 acres, with residences overlooking green spaces and shared amenities.
Wyndham currently operates more than 95 hotels across India and continues to expand through its franchise-led model.
The project reflects the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in tier II and tier III cities where demand for organised hospitality infrastructure is increasing.
The development is expected to be Dibrugarh’s first internationally branded hotel and will also be NILE Hospitality’s first Marriott-branded project in the region.
The agreements have been signed with Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited for Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR and with BCV Developers Private Limited for Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli.
Developed in partnership with StoreHippo, the platform connects franchise owners with verified suppliers through a single digital interface.
In 2025, the company also launched a property in Manali under The Beatle brand, targeting travellers seeking mountain destinations.
Located on Bhesana Road, the 24-key property is part of the company’s growing Enrise portfolio and aims to cater to both leisure and business travellers visiting the region.
The property is located in Sector 45, Greenwood City, and marks the company’s entry into North India’s key business market.
Located on Badem Church Road in Assagaon, the hotel is positioned to connect guests with the surrounding neighbourhood, known for its cafés, bars, and design-led spaces.
The company operates a mix of casual dining, fine dining, bars, and quick service formats, reflecting broader growth trends in India’s retail-driven hospitality industry.
The company’s entry comes amid growing demand in India’s travel and hospitality sector, supported by changing consumer preferences and increasing interest in experience-led and design-focused stays.
The development aligns with the group’s strategy to expand its presence across key religious tourism markets in India, where demand for organised hospitality services continues to grow.
The company has signed Summit Gulma River Resort in Siliguri and Summit Falling Water near Darjeeling, both planned as 30-room properties focused on nature-led experiences.
Hotel owners are opting for franchise partnerships to benefit from brand recognition, global distribution systems, and operational expertise while retaining ownership
The project will involve a comprehensive renovation and repositioning of an existing 150-key property, along with the addition of 100 new rooms to increase the total inventory.
The hotel will feature 100 rooms and suites and is designed to serve both leisure and business travellers visiting the city.
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The project will be developed on land owned by Alfavision Overseas, along with land held by certain promoter group entities, covering a total area of about 220 acres.
The upcoming Radisson Hotel Kishangarh will feature 150 rooms and suites and is scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2027.
The hotel will include a range of facilities such as a restaurant, banquet hall, meeting room, spa, swimming pool, and fitness centre, catering to both business and leisure travellers.
The launch is the third Effotel property in Maharashtra, joining existing locations in Sarola and Navi Mumbai.
The property features 48 guest rooms designed with contemporary interiors and standard hospitality amenities.
The hotel will be developed as a greenfield project in partnership with Patliputra Palace
This marks its 10th property in the state
The penthouse is designed as a double-storey residence with a fully equipped kitchen, automated settings, and a range of hospitality amenities.
The property is designed to serve business travelers, leisure guests, as well as wedding and convention groups
The expansion increases the company’s footprint in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, supported by growing demand from leisure travel, weddings, MICE and spiritual tourism.
The property marks the company’s second resort in the destination, reinforcing its position in one of India’s established nature tourism markets.
The development involves converting an existing standalone resort into a SeleQtions hotel
The new hotel is located close to Bhuntar airport, offering improved connectivity for travellers visiting the Kullu region.
The hotel features 37 thoughtfully designed rooms that combine contemporary aesthetics with regal elegance, offering guests a tranquil retreat
The opening aligns with the company’s destination-driven growth strategy, which focuses on heritage and pilgrimage markets
The property has been launched in partnership with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts and marks the first Wyndham hotel in the state of Bihar.
The hospitality group currently operates properties in Shirdi, Gir, and Jamnagar.
The Fern Hotels & Resorts launches Rajpath Beacon Hotel Belagavi in Karnataka, featuring 35 rooms.
The addition of new hotels is in the midscale segment across cities such as Jaipur, Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Hisar, and Karnal
Venugopalan comes with an experience of over a decade in luxury hospitality and large-scale F&B operations
The Fern Hotels & Resorts signs The Fern Residency Thekkady, Series by Marriott, a 50-room hotel in Kerala’s Idukki district.
Marriott Hotels opens Aravali Marriott Resort & Spa in Delhi NCR, a 158-key luxury resort featuring villas, dining venues, spa facilities, and expansive event spaces near the Aravali hills.
Eco Hotels and Resorts Limited signs its first boutique property, Eco Boutique Udaipur, a 20-room hotel in the Aravalli range, set to open in March 2026.
IHG Hotels & Resorts signs a management agreement with Rajdeep Infra & Sales Pvt Ltd to develop voco Lucknow, a 135-key premium hotel opening in Q3 2029.
Hilton opens India’s largest DoubleTree by Hilton in Bengaluru Airport, featuring 304 rooms, event spaces, a spa, pool, and restaurants. S
Union Budget 2026 positions tourism and hospitality as a core growth driver, focusing on skilling, connectivity, destination development, and long-term investment confidence.
Lords Hotels & Resorts launches Lords Swastik Studio, Kodinar, offering modern rooms, dining, and event spaces near Somnath, Gir, and Gujarat’s scenic coast.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs a 28-year licence for a heritage hotel in Varanasi, to be branded Aurika Varanasi, strengthening its upscale presence in destination-led markets.
Cygnett Hotels & Resorts signs its second hotel in Ayodhya, Cozzet Ayodhya, featuring 70 rooms, banquet facilities, and modern amenities, strengthening its presence in the high-demand pilgrimage city.
Eco Hotels & Resorts partners to develop a new 33-room hotel in Ayodhya, near the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, enhancing its presence in high-potential religious and cultural tourism destinations.
OPO Hotels launches OPO Horizon Surbhi Grant in Khatu, Rajasthan, strengthening its presence in high-demand pilgrimage destinations with mid-scale hospitality.
Sterling Holiday Resorts launches Sterling Arka Suites in Puri, the city’s first all-suite upscale boutique hotel, expanding its coastal hospitality and cultural offerings in Odisha.
Accor signs Novotel Vrindavan, a 150-key hotel slated to open in 2029, strengthening its North India expansion and bringing a global midscale brand to a key spiritual and events destination.
IHCL expands its global footprint with the opening of Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in Bhutan’s scenic Phobjikha Valley, blending luxury, wellness and culture.
Zon Hotels Mumbai partners with IHG for a 350-room luxury hotel in Mumbai’s Western suburbs, boosting global hospitality presence in the region.
Tree of Life Sariska Manor, IHCL’s new 26-room resort in Tehla, Rajasthan, offers nature-inspired stays near Sariska Tiger Reserve with dining, spa, and recreational amenities.
Sterling Amargarh Jodhpur, set amid landscaped greens on Pal Road, offers heritage-inspired luxury, event spaces, and easy access to Jodhpur’s forts, palaces, and markets.
Summit Signature Retreat Pangthang, Gangtok, is a38-room hilltop retreat offering Himalayan views, spa, yoga, Sikkimese cuisine, and sustainable, immersive travel experiences.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs Lemon Tree Premier, Omkareshwar in Madhya Pradesh, expanding its presence in the state. Located on the Narmada River island, the 85-room hotel will cater to business, leisure, and pilgrimage travelers.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs Keys Select in Chitrakoot, UP, offering 48 rooms, restaurant, banquet hall, and facilities for religious and leisure travelers.
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IHG Hotels & Resorts brings its luxury lifestyle brand Vignette Collection to India with a 145-room property in Panchkula, Chandigarh, offering premium rooms, dining, MICE facilities, spa, and curated local experiences, opening in early 2026.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs Keys Select Khurpatal, a 120-room property in Uttarakhand, offering scenic hill views, leisure amenities, and facilities for nature and spiritual retreats.
Sarovar Hotels launches Tulip Inn Gurugram Sector 39, a 40-room midscale business hotel offering modern rooms, banquet facilities, and all-day dining for corporate travelers.
Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. signs Regenta Place Jim Corbett, a 50-room resort offering upscale stays, leisure amenities, and event spaces in Uttarakhand’s top wildlife destination.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) acquires a 51% stake in Brij Hospitality, strengthening its presence in boutique experiential leisure hotels across India.
NILE Hospitality signs its first Marriott-branded hotel in Patna, a 205-room luxury property featuring global standards, dining, events, and Marriott Bonvoy access, marking a major milestone in India’s hospitality expansion.
Radisson RED Indore opens in India’s Tier II city, offering 115 modern rooms, rooftop infinity pool, all-day dining, high-energy bar, and lifestyle-focused hospitality for modern travelers.
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Espire Hospitality Limited expands its Country Inn Hotels & Resorts portfolio with the opening of Country Inn, Varanasi, blending modern comfort with the city’s spiritual charm.
ITC Hotels Limited expands its Uttarakhand footprint with the launch of the 73-key Welcomhotel Madhuban Dehradun, offering contemporary hospitality amid scenic Shivalik views.
IHCL enters Tuticorin with a 100-key Ginger hotel, strengthening its presence in Tamil Nadu’s fast-growing industrial hub.
Franchise News: The Fern Hotels & Resorts Launches Nanak Niwas Beacon New Delhi, Grows its Portfolio
The Fern Hotels & Resorts launches Nanak Niwas Beacon New Delhi, Paharganj – a 45-key eco-friendly hotel offering modern comfort.
Suba Hotels Limited expands its North East footprint with the launch of Click Collection Hotel in Gangtok, offering 42 smart luxury rooms, modern amenities, and easy access to key tourist attractions.
ITC Hotels receives land allotment at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka to develop a 5-star hotel with banqueting facilities for global MICE events.
Sayaji Hotels Limited launches Enrise by Sayaji, Bareilly, expanding its footprint in Uttar Pradesh with a modern hotel offering rooms, dining, and banqueting.
ALIVAA Hotels & Resorts expands its Uttarakhand presence with The Hoften Vibranta Haridwar, blending spiritual tourism with premium midscale hospitality.
IHCL signs a 40-key Tree of Life resort in Sakaleshpur, Karnataka, expanding its boutique hospitality footprint across the Western Ghats.
Sterling Holiday Resorts launches Sterling Mount Olive Gangtok, a contemporary city hotel with thoughtfully designed rooms, scenic views, central location, and Latitude 27 dining.
StayVista unveils Sirmour Baag in Kasauli, a Vaana resort offering 16 cottages, slow-living experiences, immersive getaways, and nature-inspired luxury.
Hyatt Place Gurgaon Udyog Vihar introduces new Hyatt and Premier Suites with modern comfort, city and pool views, premium amenities, and sustainable luxury.
IHCL signs Gateway Hotel Hennur, Bengaluru, a 350-key property with dining, banqueting, wellness facilities, and strategic North Bengaluru location.
Franchise News: Renaissance Hotels Strengthens its Lifestyle Footprint with Debut of Renaissance Goa
enaissance Hotels opened Renaissance Goa Hotel in North Goa, blending local culture, immersive design, and neighborhood-led experiences for modern travelers.
Lemon Tree Hotels signs an HOA for a 228-room Lemon Tree Suites hotel in Tirupati, strengthening its pilgrimage and hospitality presence in Andhra Pradesh.
IHCL expands in Bhutan with the new Taj Paro Resort & Spa, offering luxury stays, spa, fine dining, and Himalayan serenity.
Royal Orchid Hotels expands in North India with the 43-key Regenta Place Golden Castle in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, catering to business travelers and social events.
Cygnett Hotels crosses the 40-hotel milestone with Cozzet Greater Noida, reinforcing its expansion strategy across key business hubs.
Royal Orchid Hotels expands its Madhya Pradesh presence with a new Regenta Gwalior near the airport, adding its fourth hotel in the state.
IHG signs Holiday Inn Dhangadhi in Nepal, expanding into Sudurpashchim Province as the Holiday Inn brand grows beyond 1,200 hotels worldwide.
IHCL announces the signing of Taj Cairo, marking the iconic brand’s debut in Egypt and expanding its presence in Northeast Africa.
IHG Hotels & Resorts signs a franchise agreement with YB Group to develop Holiday Inn Express Mumbai BKC. The 100-key hotel, opening in Q1 2028, will cater to business, MICE and leisure travellers, strengthening IHG’s presence in India.
AGA Hotels and Apartments partners with Wyndham to launch India’s first Ramada Hotel & Suites at Kochi Infopark, opening mid-2026.
IHCL launches Avantika by the Ganges – IHCL SeleQtions in Varanasi, offering 43 rooms, modern amenities, and serene views of the Ganges.
Lemon Tree Hotels expands in Nepal with a new 80-room property in Bandipur, offering luxury amenities and stunning Himalayan views
The move is aimed at scaling the Hampton by Hilton brand in India’s mid-market hotel segment, which continues to see strong demand from domestic business and leisure travellers.
The launch adds a new premium property to Sarovar’s portfolio in Uttarakhand and supports its ongoing expansion across key tourism markets.
Chalet Hotels announces leadership changes and plans to acquire a 50-room resort in Udaipur for Rs 171 crore, subject to due diligence.
The launch marks the brand’s debut in Mumbai and reflects Marriott International’s continued focus on expanding its presence in high-growth urban clusters across India’s hospitality and travel ecosystem.
UHM will commence rebranding select assets between Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, leveraging Rosastays' robust owner network and a faithful base of experiential travellers.
This is the company’s second hotel in the city and its 17th operational property in the state, signalling continued growth in one of India’s most active pilgrimage and travel markets.
Joshimath serves as an entry point for travellers heading to Auli, Badrinath and the Valley of Flowers, making it a high-demand location for both seasonal and year-round tourism.
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