With 12 iconic properties across the globe, each owned and operated by the 100-year-old luxury hospitality brand itself, the Hong Kong-based Peninsula Hotels has built a reputation for meticulous attention to detail. Now, through a dedicated representation, Peninsula is looking to strengthen its India connections, recognising the market's undeniable luxury spending potential.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the signing of The Landmark Kanpur, which will become part of the JdV by Hyatt brand, marking Hyatt’s continued strategic expansion of its brands in India. The hotel is owned by Som Datt Landmark Hotels and Recreations Private Limited and is expected to open in 2026.

Atmosphere Core recently welcomed leading travel partners from India for an exclusive Appreciation Event at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, held from September 25 to 27, 2025. Spanning three days, the event aimed to provide an opportunity for trade partners to engage directly with Atmosphere Core’s corporate leadership, sales directors, and general managers of the island resorts.

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) unveiled Hari Ganga Niwas – IHCL SeleQtions in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Nestled on the banks of the Ganges, this marks the second SeleQtions hotel following the acclaimed Pilibhit House in Haridwar.

Sterling Holiday Resorts announced the opening of Sterling Rampath Ayodhya, its 67th property and 57th destination. With this launch, Sterling aims to strengthen its presence in India’s fast-growing spiritual tourism segment, with Sterling Rampath Ayodhya becoming the brand’s 11th spiritual destination.

Ventive Hospitality Limited (“Ventive Hospitality”) announced that it proposes to enter into definitive agreements to acquire a 76% stake in Soham Leisure Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (Soham). Soham owns the 104 operational keys to the Hilton Goa Resort and a land parcel in Goa.

Summit Hotels & Resorts, announced its formal entry into the luxury hotel market with the launch of its flagship brand, The Summit, in Siliguri. Scheduled to open in May 2027, this landmark property aims to boost a bold strategic expansion for the brand, long known for its mountain-based portfolio, into the high-end urban hospitality space.

The two-day event by Cityscape, hosted at Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre in Ras Al Khaimah, aims to provide an unprecedented platform to unlock high-value real estate opportunities by connecting investors, developers, and policymakers to offer insight into both regional growth and emerging global trends.

The hotel offers 100 rooms and suites across Standard, Superior, and Suite categories. Amenities include an all-day dining restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, fully equipped fitness center, spa, salon, premium lounge, and bar. With more than 29,000 sq. ft. of event space, the property features a selection of indoor and outdoor venues.

According to a recent survey by the Noormahal Palace, Karnal, over 53% of respondents aged 18–34 opted for staycations in iconic heritage properties over other options in the past year. The study has further revealed that this demographic is increasingly willing to pay more for authentic, luxury experiences.