Lords Hotels & Resorts records 18% RevPAR growth in Q2 2026
Lords Hotels & Resorts has recorded a strong performance during the second quarter of 2026, reflecting sustained demand for quality hospitality experiences across its portfolio. The group witnessed healthy growth across key performance indicators during Q2 2026, with occupancy increasing by 9%, Average Daily Rate (ADR) rising by 12% and Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) registering a...
Over 50% of hotels use AI, but less than 10% see real impact: RateGain
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited, together with the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality and its Hospitality Innovation Hub (HI Hub) Exchange, and HEDNA, announced the release of the third edition of the industry benchmark report, The State of Distribution 2026...
81% of properties say connectivity has improved their ADR: Expedia Group
Expedia Group released new global research showing that full connectivity is a decisive performance differentiator for hotel properties in driving revenue, maximising operational efficiency, and delivering reliable inventory. Findings from independent hotels, franchise properties, and mid-to-large chains show that properties using a full suite of connectivity report stronger business...
ITC Hotels to expand in the North-East with 90-key Fortune Select, Guwahati
ITC Hotels Limited announced the signing of a 90-room Fortune Select in Guwahati, Assam. This agreement accelerates the company’s expansion into India’s high-growth markets, establishing its premier presence in Guwahati, a premier city and a primary gateway for regional commerce and travel in the Northeast....
voco Amritsar by IHG announces the appointment of leadership roles
voco Amritsar has announced the appointment of key leadership roles across its management team. The appointments bring together experienced professionals across operations, sales, finance, engineering, human resources and security, who will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional guest experiences while strengthening the hotel’s position in North India. Sunit Rana has been...
The Lind Hotels expands portfolio with properties in Coron & Siargao
The Lind Hotels, the independent Filipino luxury brand, has announced a significant expansion plan, transitioning from a single flagship property to a curated multi-island portfolio. The Lind Hotels is expanding beyond Boracay, with Coron set to open next year and Siargao to follow. This strategic growth, shaped by a guest-centric and adaptive approach, includes new developments in Coron...
Only 34% of Japan hotels reached advanced localisation; opportunities ahead: Report
Digital travel platform Agoda, in its latest report “Tailored to Win: Mastering Localisation to Capture Asia’s Travelers in Japan,” spotlights a key gap in Japan’s hospitality landscape, with only 34% of hotels having moved beyond basic localisation strategies. Among surveyed properties, 71% of hotels at early stages of localisation reported positive revenue outcomes, compared to all hotels...
Sapphero Hospitality LLP projects 200% inventory growth in 2025-26
Sapphero Hospitality LLP (SHR) has reported a stellar performance for the fiscal year 2026. Reflecting a robust post-pandemic recovery and strategic operational efficiency, the company announced a 7% increase in occupancy rates, a 10% rise in Average Daily Rate (ADR), and a 5% surge in Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) across its managed portfolio...
Lords Hotels records double-digit revenue growth & 18 new properties across India in 2025
Lords Hotels & Resorts has announced a year-end performance for 2025, and reported double-digit revenue growth across its portfolio, driven by strong occupancy rates, enhanced average room revenues, underscoring its resilience, strategic expansion, and commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences...
The Oberoi Group unveils Naila Fort in Rajasthan
The Oberoi Group announces the opening of its first luxury residence, Naila Fort - An Oberoi Luxury Residence. This private retreat has been reimagined as an ultra‑luxury four-bedroom residence and will be ready to welcome the first guests from February,15, 2026...
