Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has expanded its portfolio to 628 hotels, supported by a pipeline of 255 properties. The company reported 250 signings during the fiscal year through a mix of organic growth and strategic investments.
IHCL reaches 628 hotels with strong development pipeline
IHCL has achieved a portfolio of 628 hotels, including operational and pipeline properties. The company continues to scale its presence across segments with 255 hotels under development.
The growth reflects a combination of new signings and strategic expansion across domestic and international markets.
IHCL records 250 signings across brands and segments
IHCL reported 250 hotel signings during the fiscal year, driven by both organic growth and acquisitions. The company has expanded its brand presence across luxury, midscale, and experiential hospitality segments.
The expansion includes strengthening existing brands and introducing new offerings aligned with evolving market demand.
Suma Venkatesh on growth across segments
Commenting on the performance, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said:
“This fiscal year marked a record of 250 signings through inorganic and sustained organic growth delivering an expanded brandscape and scaling our presence in the midscale segment. Reflective of the rising affluence and accompanying demand, we strengthened our presence in the luxury segment with the on boarding of Claridges Collection, a boutique luxury offering and acquisition of controlling stake in Atmantan, an integrated wellness centre and Brij hospitality in experiential leisure. Ginger leads the midscale segment with the acquisition of majority stake in ANK and Pride hospitality reaching a 250+ portfolio across 150+ locations.”
Deepika Rao on openings and market expansion
Ms. Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President – Hotel Openings & New Businesses, IHCL, said:
“In line with our guidance, IHCL opened 30+ hotels this fiscal year well represented across brands. Entering new markets of Lakshadweep, Ekta Nagar, Raichak, Kanpur, Vrindavan and Bhutan and strengthening our presence in Goa, Ahmedabad, Coorg, Kochi, Gurugram, Delhi, Varanasi, Udaipur, Haridwar and Dehradun.”
She added:
“Through acquisitions this year we added over 100 operating hotels taking IHCL’s operating hotels to 373 hotels with over 33,000 rooms this fiscal.”
IHCL strengthens luxury and midscale portfolio
IHCL expanded its luxury segment through the onboarding of Claridges Collection and the acquisition of a controlling stake in Atmantan and Brij Hospitality.
In the midscale segment, Ginger has strengthened its portfolio through the acquisition of a majority stake in ANK and Pride Hospitality, reaching over 250 hotels across more than 150 locations.
IHCL drives organic growth across Taj and Gateway brands
IHCL reported continued organic growth across its core brands. The Taj portfolio saw 19 signings, including a hotel in Cairo, a 500-key hotel in Patna, and a hotel with branded residences in Noida.
The Gateway brand has reached a milestone of over 50 hotels following its repositioning.
IHCL continues expansion across markets
IHCL’s expansion reflects strong demand across segments, supported by rising affluence and increasing travel demand. The company continues to scale its presence across key markets in India and internationally.
IHCL has confirmed its portfolio growth to 628 hotels with a pipeline of 255 properties.
