Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced a bold expansion plan that will increase its Indian hotel portfolio from 55 properties to 275 over the next five years, a five‑fold growth that will bring the brand into a market that is projected to double in value from $23.5 billion in 2025 to $55.7 billion by 2031. The company will focus on its luxury, lifestyle, and wellness brands—Andaz, JdV by Hyatt, and the Unbound Collection—to capture high‑margin segments of domestic and international travel.
India’s hospitality sector is experiencing a robust rebound in domestic tourism, rising consumer spending, and rapid urbanization, creating a tailwind for premium accommodation. The expansion will also target Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 cities, where demand for quality lodging is growing faster than in the major metros. By entering these markets, Hyatt aims to tap into new customer bases and diversify its revenue streams.
Hyatt’s strategy relies on an asset‑light model, partnering with owners and developers to manage and franchise properties rather than building them outright. This approach allows the company to scale quickly while keeping capital expenditures lower than a traditional build‑own‑operate model. The move also positions Hyatt to compete more aggressively with rivals such as Hilton Worldwide, which plans to quadruple its India room pipeline, and Leela Hotels, which is expanding its luxury footprint.
The five‑fold expansion accelerates Hyatt’s previous target of 100 hotels by 2030, reflecting confidence in India’s long‑term growth prospects. The company’s CEO, Mark S. Hoplamazian, emphasized that India is a “long‑term bet” and that the accelerated timeline will help Hyatt capture market share before competitors can fully establish themselves.
While the announcement does not disclose specific investment figures, the expansion is expected to drive long‑term fee‑income growth and strengthen Hyatt’s competitive position in a market where it currently has a relatively small footprint compared to regional peers. The plan underscores Hyatt’s commitment to capturing the premium segment of India’s rapidly expanding hospitality market.
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