HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, October 2024

Read the latest edition of the HVS ANAROCK monthly industry update, MONITOR (Monthly Overview of National Industry Trends and Hospitality Report), for the key trends in the Indian hospitality industry.

Hyatt Enters Joint Venture with China Resources Land to Expand Portfolio Across China

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that affiliates of Hyatt and China Resources Land (CR Land, stock code: 01109.HK) have entered a joint venture and signed a strategic collaboration agreement to expand Hyatt’s brand presence across China. This is part of Hyatt’s asset-light expansion of its brands in Hyatt’s second largest market. Under the initial plans, the joint venture, Yuen Kai Holdings Limited, will develop and manage hotels including six existing Mumian hotels in Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Rizhao as well as two new Mumian hotels in Shaoxing and Shanghai that are set to open in the first quarter of 2025. These properties are expected to become part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and JdV by Hyatt brands. Additionally, Hyatt and CR Land announced a strategic agreement for the development of more Hyatt-branded hotels and have signed agreements for key projects such as Park Hyatt Xi’an and Andaz Dongguan.

TFE-Heritage Hotels Strategic Partnership Shows Confidence In New Zealand Accommodation Sector

In breaking news, TFE Hotels has partnered with New Zealand’s leading accommodation provider, Heritage Hotels, in a multi-property management agreement that will see five hotels refurbished in the next few years and send a positive signal to the local accommodation sector amid a resurgent international tourism market.

Why are Hotel Bookings Increasing by More Than 200% in Singapore?

The Singapore Grand Prix 2024 is set to take place on September 20-22, bringing the excitement of Formula 1 racing to the Lion City. Bookings for the Grand Prix began as early as December 2023, significantly impacting hotel demand. This early surge in reservations has led to an unprecedented increase in hotel occupancy rates, with many premium and centrally located hotels reporting near-full bookings months in advance. Consequently, this has led to a marked rise in room rates and a bustling hospitality sector gearing up to cater to the influx of international visitors.