ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of a new 100 keys hotel under its Fortune Hotels brand in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh further expanding its footprint in the state. With this signing ITCHL will now have a combined presence of 17 properties in Uttar Pradesh encompassing upcoming projects and operating hotels across its various brands including Welcomhotel Prayagraj, WelcomHeritage...

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, announced the opening of Le Méridien Surat, marking the brand’s debut in city and second brand hotel in Gujrat. Set along the banks of the Tapi River, the hotel offers a thoughtfully designed stay that encourages guests to savour each moment, connecting with local culture and curated culinary...

From a single property in Shillong in 1991 to becoming one of Northeast India’s largest homegrown hotel chains, Polo Hotels & Resorts is reshaping the region’s hospitality landscape. The brand has unveiled a refreshed brand architecture, marking the beginning of its next growth phase with a sharper focus on experiential, destination-led hospitality. At a recent media meet up in Delhi, Founder...

Noor Mahal Delhi NCR – Autograph Collection Hotel announced the appointment of Teena Nichani as its Director of Operations. This strategic leadership addition comes as the hotel strengthens its position as a flagship property under Marriott International’s prestigious Autograph Collection portfolio. A seasoned hospitality professional with over 26 years of experience, Nichani brings...

Spalba has appointed Erica Seo as Business Head – APAC, as the company expands its experiential vertical, Spalba Live, across the Asia-Pacific region. Seo will drive APAC business and strategy with a focus on revenue growth, regional partnerships, and multi-market event mandates, as demand rises for large-format, experience-led corporate and brand events...

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the signing of Holiday Inn Express Sapporo Susukino, marking the brand’s second Holiday Inn Express in Japan. The hotel will be developed in partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation Urban Development Co., Ltd. (MCUD), Tokyo Tatemono Co., Ltd. (Totate) and The Sankei Building Co., Ltd. (Sankei). The upcoming hotel is ideally positioned to meet the growing...

Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) has reported a robust start to 2026, delivering double-digit growth across all key performance indicators in the first quarter, driven by the continued momentum of its loyalty programme, GHA DISCOVERY. Total hotel revenues reached USD 921 million in Q1 2026, a 24% increase over Q1 2025, while total room revenue climbed to USD 738 million, up 27% year-on-year...

Atmosphere Core announced its strategic collaboration with Vision Dempo Hospitality Pvt Ltd to launch Crown Heritage Panjim by Atmosphere Goa. Set to open its doors in Q1 2027, the boutique hotel will be located in Panjim’s UNESCO-listed heritage district of Fontainhas.

This alliance aims to offer Etihad Guest members enhanced travel and stay benefits across participating hotels worldwide. Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced a frequent flyer partnership between its Taj InnerCircle-Neupass and Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways.

Tamara Leisure Experiences has embedded Responsible Hospitality into its core, guided by a vision of people, planet, and profit thriving in tandem. Across its portfolio of nine properties, this philosophy is said to translate into an elevated form of eco-conscious hospitality where design, service, and setting come together to deliver immersive, low-impact luxury.