The Ascott Limited (Ascott) announced the signing of Citadines Udupi, a premium serviced residence with a 104 key property in the scenic coastal town of Udupi, Karnataka. This marks Ascott’s fourth property in Karnataka and underscores its strategy to scale up in India’s high-growth lodging market.

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has opened the newly remodeled Comwell Hvide Hus Aalborg, Dolce by Wyndham, a 16-story icon overlooking Kildeparken. First opened in 1969 and taken over by Comwell Hotels in 2014, the hotel is said to have been a go-to spot for weddings, celebrations, and big nights out for decades.

This 48-key hotel features contemporary interiors, meeting facilities, alongside Neighbourhood, an all-day, 100% vegetarian dining experience, and more. To cater to professional needs, the hotel features fitness centre and approximately 6,000 square feet of meeting and banquet spaces.

Sayaji Hotels announces its entry into the capital of Goa with the launch of Effotel by Sayaji, Panaji - a boutique business hotel designed for today’s discerning traveller. This milestone aims to mark the brand’s first property in the business hub – Panaji.

Citadines Udupi will be a premium serviced residence with 104 keys. This marks Ascott’s fourth property in Karnataka and underscores its strategy to scale up in India’s high-growth lodging market.

India’s first travel-retail loyalty integration brings together the one of the country’s largest e-commerce platform and global hospitality leader. Premised on “Your Cart Takes You Places,” this first of its kind collaboration in India lets millions of members seamlessly earn and swap Flipkart SuperCoins and Marriott Bonvoy points.

The move is a step forward towards the company’s ambitious strategy to double its inventory by March 2026. Besides the Country Inn hotels, Espire Hospitality Limited is also planning to open three uber-luxury hotels in Mussoorie, Mumbai, & near Vrindavan.

The move reflects Red Coral’s continued focus on showcasing India’s finest wildlife destinations with its signature, curated approach to responsible travel.

Capella Hotels and Resorts opens its doors in Macau for the first time. The soft opening of Capella at Galaxy Macau, currently said to offer stays and previews of its food and beverage concepts exclusively by invitation to select guests.

Brigade Hotel Ventures Limited announced the signing of a multi-deal agreement with Marriott International, Inc. to develop six hotels (940 rooms) across four key markets in the country. This portfolio expansion will feature properties under five Marriott Bonvoy brands – The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield by Marriott.