Pilibhit House - IHCL SeleQtions, Haridwar’s most distinguished heritage hotel, has appointed Mayank Mittal as their new General Manager. With a rich experience of over 15 years with IHCL, Mittal is an influential hotelier bringing his extensive operational expertise and leadership to the role.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Goa Calangute, marking the brand’s debut in the state and introducing Hilton’s award-winning upscale brand in Goa. Developed in association with Kokra Resort & Spa Private Limited, the new hotel is located in the heart of North Goa, in the bustling vicinity of Calangute. Calangute is a popular tourist destination known for its lively beach shacks, extensive water sports and energetic nightlife. It is also approximately 40 kilometers from both Manohar International Airport (GOX) and Dabolim International Airport (GOI), positioning the hotel within easy reach of Goa’s two key air getaways.
The 140-key property, developed by Golden Buildcon, will include a ballroom and meeting spaces in Gujarat's commercial hub.
Roswyn, a luxury lifestyle hotel under Ennismore’s Morgans Originals collection, announces the appointment of Annam Lubana as Hotel Manager ahead of its Mumbai debut. With over a decade of leadership experience across leading luxury hospitality brands in India, Annam brings strong operational expertise, commercial insight, and a structured, guest-focused approach as Roswyn prepares for its next chapter in the city. Her appointment marks an important leadership moment for the hotel — shaped by clarity, composure, and a distinctly contemporary perspective.
In a land where timeless hills cradle shimmering lakes and every sunrise feels quietly sacred, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts introduces Wyndham Garden Udaipur Bhuwana, a restorative hillside retreat designed for travelers seeking stillness, wellness, and deeper connection.
Bengaluru led with 15-17% ARR growth while Chandigarh posted highest occupancy gains of 7-9 percentage points.
Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield has announced the appointment of Flavius Chettiar as its new Director of Operations. A seasoned hospitality professional with over 15 years of experience across leading luxury hotel brands, he brings extensive expertise in food and beverage strategy, large-scale operations management, and team leadership.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Gateway Dehradun, marking the debut of the Gateway brand in Uttarakhand’s capital city. Located in the heart of the valley, the 100-key Gateway Dehradun offers sweeping green views. Dine at The Pavillion, a cosy indoor all-day dining destination with Indian, Continental and Asian delicacies or Aanch, a specialty North Indian restaurant inspired by the kitchens of the North-West Frontier. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a spa & wellness centre and versatile event spaces, including the city’s largest banquet hall. Guests can enjoy curated experiences such as the Uttarakhandi Pahadi Thali, Tibetan culinary specialties, local favourites like Bal Mithai and Singori and bespoke private dining. Nestled between the Shivalik foothills and the Himalayas, Dehradun, known for its pleasant climate and scenic vistas, offers a blend of nature, culture and heritage. Popular attractions such as Paltan Bazaar, Rajpur Road Market, Robber’s Cave, Mindrolling Monastery, Tapkeshwar Temple, and Sahastradhara provide enriching experiences. For more information, please visit: Gateway Dehradun
JW Marriott Goa announces the arrival of Pastry Chef Tanvi Palshikar, whose remarkable journey from interior designer to pastry chef stands as a powerful testament to reinvention and resilience. Leaving the world of spatial design for the precision of pastry is no easy shift, yet she excelled, bringing her refined sense of proportion, detail and visual harmony into her craft. Over the past decade, she has transformed a personal passion into a thriving culinary career defined by creativity, discipline and design-led flavor, making her a natural fit for the award-winning JW Marriott Goa team.
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Le Méridien Dehradun Resort & Spa. Set along the tranquil Nun River, framed by the foothills of the Himalayas, the resort marks the brand’s arrival in Dehradun, an emerging leisure hub and key gateway to some of North India’s most sought-after hill destinations, including Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and Haridwar.
The 150-key hotel near Madurai International Airport will serve the city's 27 million annual visitors when it opens in early 2029.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Tree of Life resort in Nashik, Maharashtra.
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a SeleQtions hotel in Devanahalli, Bengaluru, a conversion of a standalone resort with expansion of inventory to 115 keys.
Yatri Vihar Hospitality Private Limited is proud to announce the grand opening of Ramada by Wyndham Bodh Gaya Mahabodhi, a premium hospitality destination designed to serve pilgrims, leisure travelers, and business guests visiting one of the world's most revered spiritual centers. The hotel operates under the Ramada by Wyndham brand through a partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and marks the first Wyndham hotel in the state of Bihar.
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.
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement for Garner Bhiwadi, continuing the rapid rollout of its newest midscale conversion brand in India. Scheduled to open in 2027, the 45-key hotel will be developed by Modest Structures Private Limited and will be managed by United Hospitality Management (UHM), one of IHG's trusted third-party management company in India and Middle East.
DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Sanu Sadanandan as General Manager, bringing over two decades of proven leadership experience in hospitality operations.
The Ritz-Carlton, Pune is pleased to announce the appointment of Ishwinder Gill as its new General Manager, bringing with him over two decades of distinguished experience in the global hospitality industry.
The partnership with Rajdarbar Group targets high-growth north Indian markets including Jaipur, Agra, and pilgrimage destinations.
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.