HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, February 2026
Bengaluru led with 15-17% ARR growth while Chandigarh posted highest occupancy gains of 7-9 percentage points.
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Hilton Clinches Top Spot as Malaysia’s Best Workplace in Inaugural Ranking
Hilton will open five new Malaysian properties in 2026, including debuts for Waldorf Astoria and Conrad brands in Kuala Lumpur.
Crafting a Global Boutique Vision Rooted in Japanese Hospitality
For our founder, Yoshitaka Nojiri, hotels have always held a certain magic. From family celebrations to memorable meals, they were places where ordinary moments became extraordinary—both familiar and uniquely memorable.
By Toni Hinterstoisser, President - International, TRUNK(HOTEL), TRUNK (HOTEL)
Minor Hotels Brings Luxury Anantara Hotels & Resorts Brand to Australia with Announcement of Anantara Perth Hotel
The 150-room property will anchor a AUD $3.8 billion Burswood Point development opening in 2032, marking Anantara's first Australian location.
Deicorp Partners with Trilogy Hotels and Marriott International to Launch Sydney’s First AC by Marriott Hotel
The 104-room property will be part of a mixed-use tower featuring 169 residences, opening in late 2027 near Hyde Park and Museum Station.
IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens Thailand portfolio with Hotel Indigo Phuket Nai Yang Beach
The 170-key property will open in 2030 near Phuket airport and extends IHG's Thailand pipeline to 37 hotels with AssetWise as development partner.
IHG Hotels & Resorts strengthens South India presence with signing of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madurai
The 150-key hotel near Madurai International Airport will serve the city's 27 million annual visitors when it opens in early 2029.
Australian Open drove Melbourne hotel room rates to January record
January RevPAR hit AUD196.65, up 8.6% year-over-year, with peak performance on tournament Saturday reaching AUD354.94.
Hoshino Resorts Inbound Travel Report 2025: What 1.33M Guest Nights Reveal About Japan’s Next Phase of Tourism
Hoshino Resorts data shows 24% growth in international bookings for 2025, down from 94% in 2024, with Western travelers staying longer and regional destinations gaining popularity.
Marriott International Delivers Record-Setting Expansion in Greater China Region in 2025
The company signed over 200 deals adding 36,000 rooms to its pipeline, with select service brands growing 40% year-over-year.
Talent, Technology and Tenacity: The State of India’s Accommodation Industry in 2025
The Statista-Booking.com survey of 285 Indian hoteliers shows 75% expect positive growth in next six months, with 70% reporting higher occupancy rates despite tighter funding access.
By Santosh Kumar, Regional Manager, India, Booking.com
China’s Hotel Construction Pipeline Sees Record-High Brand Conversion Activity, Upscale and Upper Midscale Chain Scales Drive Growth at Q4 Close
China's Q4 2025 pipeline totals 3,608 projects with brand conversions hitting record highs, while upscale and upper midscale segments drive 64% of development activity.
IHCL Signs Framework Agreement for 7 New Ginger Hotels, Adding 1,000 Keys
The partnership with Rajdarbar Group targets high-growth north Indian markets including Jaipur, Agra, and pilgrimage destinations.
Marriott International Signs Multi-Property Agreement with Masterise Group, Accelerating Expansion in Vietnam
Marriott International, Inc. announces a landmark signed agreement with Masterise Group to open four hotels, with one branded residence, in Vietnam, adding close to 1,900 keys to the group's nationwide portfolio and introducing Marriott’s industry-leading luxury, premium, and select hotel brands to cities across Vietnam’s key urban, economic and leisure destinations.
Dusit highlights rare convergence of Michelin recognition across hotels, dining, and the culinary talent it has trained
Dusit's hotels earned three Michelin Keys while its culinary school alumni received six Michelin distinctions, including stars for AKKEE and GOAT Bangkok.
HVS ANAROCK MONITOR, January 2026
December occupancy eased to 68-70% due to air travel disruptions, but ARR and RevPAR grew 7-9% YoY with Bengaluru leading at 20-25% rate growth.
IHG’s Vignette Collection Reaches 10 Open Hotels in Greater China
IHG's luxury lifestyle brand now operates across major Chinese cities, focusing on converting existing properties while preserving their character.
Absolute Hotel Services Announces Management Agreement for U Phu Quoc, a 5-star Beachfront Resort Set to Open in 2029
The 200-room beachfront resort in Phu Quoc's Special Economic Zone marks U Hotels & Resorts' expansion into Vietnam's growing island tourism market.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Joins the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) Portfolio
The five-star private island resort joins GHA's network of 950+ hotels, giving 34 million loyalty members access to its luxury villas and facilities.
THAIFEX – HOREC Asia Puts Skills and Execution at the Centre of Hospitality
The 2026 event in Thailand brings together 600+ brands for hands-on demonstrations of kitchen workflows, housekeeping competitions, and coffee championships.