HOSPITALITY IHCL Unveils Ayodhyam In Ayodhya, Taps Core Spiritual Tourism Market

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has expanded its footprint in Uttar Pradesh with the opening of Ayodhyam, Ayodhya – IHCL SeleQtions, a new hotel designed to offer guests an immersive experience rooted in the city’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The launch comes amid growing momentum in spiritual tourism, with Ayodhya emerging […]

CW Bureau · Jun 13, 2026

HOSPITALITY Taj GVK To Open Taj Yelahanka Hotel In Bengaluru By September 2026

Taj GVK Hotels and Resorts Ltd. is set to commence operations at its 256-room Taj Yelahanka hotel in Bengaluru in the coming months, with the property expected to open by September 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and completion of remaining formalities. Located in the fast-growing Yelahanka region of North Bengaluru, the hotel is expected to […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 2026

HOSPITALITY Time Out Signs Global Franchise Deal With Quint Digital For Delhi Market

Global media and hospitality company Time Out Group plc has entered into a binding franchise agreement with Quint Digital Ltd for the development and operation of Time Out Market Delhi, marking the first franchise agreement for the Time Out Market brand anywhere in the world. The agreement follows the three-year exclusive option granted to The […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 2026

HOSPITALITY Lemon Tree Hotels Signs 88-Room Keys Prima Hotel In Jaipur, Rajasthan

Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. has expanded its presence in Jaipur with the signing of an 88-room Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels under a franchise agreement. The signing takes the company’s portfolio in the State to 23 hotels, comprising 13 operational and 10 upcoming properties. With the latest addition, Lemon Tree’s presence in Jaipur will […]

CW Bureau · Jun 9, 2026

HOSPITALITY Royal Orchid Opens Z By Regenta City Centre Ahmedabad Unit With 43 Keys

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) has strengthened its presence in Gujarat with the launch of the 43-room Z by Regenta City Centre Ahmedabad through its subsidiary Regenta Hotels Pvt. Ltd. The new property forms part of the hospitality group’s expansion strategy and is aimed at catering to business and leisure travellers visiting Ahmedabad, one of […]

CW Bureau · Jun 8, 2026

HOSPITALITY Puri, Wayanad And Goa Lead Family Travel Searches This Summer: Agoda

Digital travel platform Agoda has reported a rise in family accommodation searches for domestic summer travel, with Puri, Wayanad and Goa emerging as the most sought-after destinations for the school holiday season. The findings, based on accommodation search data for check-ins between May and June 2026, indicate growing interest in coastal, nature and outdoor-focused destinations […]

CW Bureau · Jun 8, 2026

HOSPITALITY ixigo To Buy 55% Stake In Brevistay For ₹65.7 Cr, Balance In The Future

Online travel platform ixigo will acquire a 54.66% stake in Brevistay, a flexible-stay hotel booking platform, for ₹65.69 crore through a combination of primary and secondary share purchases. Founded in 2016, Brevistay specialises in flexible hotel stays and has built a network of directly contracted hotels across India. Upon completion of the transaction, Brevistay will […]

CW Bureau · Jun 8, 2026

HOSPITALITY IHCL Focuses On Diversified Model To Power Next Phase of Expansion Plan

The Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL), the hospitality arm of the Tata Group, has outlined plans to accelerate its journey towards its 2030 vision by integrating newly acquired brands, sustaining growth momentum, driving operational excellence and maintaining financial discipline. Growth roadmap In its Annual Report 2026, IHCL said its diversified business model has enabled it […]

CW Bureau · Jun 5, 2026

HOSPITALITY IHCL Joins Hands With oneworld To Build Integrated Travel Ecosystem

Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL) has forged a first-of-its-kind partnership with global airline alliance oneworld, a move that expands the reach of its Taj InnerCircle-NeuPass loyalty programme and strengthens its appeal among international travellers. The collaboration brings together India’s largest hospitality company and one of the world’s leading airline alliances, enabling members from both ecosystems […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026

HOSPITALITY Royal Orchid Hotels Vision 2030 Targets 345 Hotels, 22,000 Keys

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd, Bengaluru headquartered Indian hospitality chain, has outlined an aggressive Vision 2030 roadmap to expand its hospitality network to 345 hotels and 22,000 keys while strengthening its asset-light operating model and technology-led guest ecosystem. “Our ambition for the future is bold and extremely clear. The next phase of Royal Orchid Hotels will […]

CW Bureau · May 29, 2026

HOSPITALITY Cuppa Appoints Sharath Ravikumar As CEO To Drive Expansion Projects

Cuppa has appointed Sharath Ravikumar as Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic leadership transition as the cafe chain gears up for its next phase of growth. The move comes as the company sharpens its focus on expansion and franchise-led scale, backed by Bharat Sanjaya Ventures, its investor and strategic partner. Aligning strategy for scalable growthThe […]

CW Bureau · Apr 16, 2026

HOSPITALITY IHCL Signs 165-Key Vivanta Hotel Near Bhogapuram Airport In Andhra

The Indian Hotels Company Ltd (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has announced the signing of a Vivanta hotel at Bhogapuram International Airport in Andhra Pradesh. This is a greenfield hotel project. Strategically located adjacent to the terminal building, the 165-key Vivanta Bhogapuram International Airport will offer convenient access for travellers. Growth corridor opportunity IHCL  Executive […]

CW Bureau · Apr 14, 2026