Hilton & Dangayach Group Announces Debut of Waldorf Astoria in India

Hilton and Dangayach Group have announced the signing of a branding and management agreement for the launch of Waldorf Astoria Jaipur, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts in India. The signing ceremony was held at the Hotel Investment Conference South Asia (HICSA) in Bangalore.

Christopher J. Nassetta, President & Chief Executive Officer of Hilton said, “We are excited to partner with Dangayach Group to bring Waldorf Astoria Jaipur to life. India is a key market for Hilton, and this hotel will set a new benchmark for luxury in Jaipur. This signing reaffirms our commitment to working with strong local partners and extending our signature hospitality to discerning travellers in sought-after destinations around the world.”

Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton said, “The launch of Waldorf Astoria in India marks a significant milestone in the growth of our portfolio in the country. With the Conrad, Hilton, DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, and Hampton by Hilton brands already present, this debut will be a springboard for Hilton’s continued expansion across the Indian sub-continent. We are confident of our growth synergies with the Dangayach Group and together are well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of today’s traveller.”

Atul Dangayach, Managing Director, Dangayach Group, said, “We are delighted to partner with a trusted global hospitality company like Hilton to bring the iconic Waldorf Astoria to India. We are confident that the first-ever Waldorf Astoria in India will be sought-after for high-end destination events. The brand is internationally renowned for hosting royalty and cultural luminaries, and we are proud to contribute to the growth and development of my hometown, Jaipur, through this prestigious project.”

Waldorf Astoria Jaipur will join Hilton’s existing portfolio of 24 operating and 13 pipeline hotels and resorts across India. The addition of the Waldorf Astoria brand in India brings Hilton’s portfolio of brands across the country to 6.