hotel news

Gulf hotel investment faces unprecedented pause as geopolitical tensions over Iran reshape regional development plans in 2026. Capital remains cautiously sidelined while operators reassess expansion timelines.

A Lake Tahoe hotel group defies the 2026 federal clean energy tax credit rollback by pioneering alternative financing strategies for solar expansion. Discover how smaller properties are adapting.

Sayaji Hotels enters Northeast India's leisure travel sector in 2026 with Effotel by Sayaji, a new 32-room property in Gangtok, Sikkim positioned for both business and leisure guests.

India's hotel investment market surged 67% year-on-year to $567 million in 2025, with tier II and III cities driving branded signings and institutional capital fueling growth across the hospitality sector.

One&Only makes its European alpine debut in 2026 with an ultra-luxury resort and branded private homes in Courchevel, France. Kerzner International's flagship property marks a major expansion into Europe's most prestigious winter destination.

Minor Hotels reports strong Q1 2026 results with 7% year-on-year ADR growth fueled by premium travelers and rate resilience across global markets. Strong performance in Maldives, Thailand, and Europe leads expansion.

Journey Beyond confirms acquisition of the iconic Crocodile Hotel in Kakadu National Park. The experiential tourism operator strengthens its Northern Territory portfolio with this UNESCO World Heritage landmark purchase in May 2026.

ITC Hotels achieves record FY26 revenue of INR 4,139 crore with 39% profit growth. India's hospitality sector demonstrates resilience as the luxury hotel chain expands operations across 33 new properties.

ITC Hotels acquires The Zuri Kumarakom Resort & Spa in 2026 for INR 205 crore, marking its first owned Kerala property. This luxury backwaters destination expands ITC's leisure portfolio significantly.

Dylan Amsterdam launches Unscripted Summer in 2026, a seasonal slow-travel program combining curated local experiences, canal dining, and cycling to redefine intentional urban exploration.

IHG launches Australia's first voco Suites property in Darwin during 2026, offering 88 apartment-style suites combining extended-stay comfort with premium hotel amenities for business and leisure travellers.

Sterling Holiday Resorts achieves record FY26 financial results with highest Q4 revenue and 78-resort expansion across 65 Indian destinations in 2026.