In an interview with THE WEEK, Les Roches CEO Carlos Díez de la Lastra talks about hospitality graduates and India’s potential to emerge as a global talent hub
India hospitality sector investment witnessed a massive surge in the first half of 2026, with transaction volumes reaching $497 million
The Centre views homestays and vacation rentals as a vital solution to the nationwide shortage of hotel rooms driven by a post-Covid surge in domestic travel
India should not solely focus on building more luxury hotels, but rather on professionalising and expanding its existing unbranded lodging landscape through franchise and technology platforms
While premium residential managed properties are present in major Indian realty spots and some big brands did walk in earlier with co-branded apartment projects with the ‘designer’ tag, hotel chains have been able to add an additional dimension of a 'taken-care-of lifestyle’ to the whole premise
India's hospitality sector is experiencing robust growth driven by a diversified demand mix, moving beyond single segments or seasons to encompass corporate travel, leisure, MICE, and events
Indian hotel industry showed moderation in April 2026 due to seasonal and geopolitical factors, yet performance remains strong thanks to resilient domestic demand
Newly formed units to ‘own, operate, manage and develop luxury hotels and resorts under ‘The Leela’ brand’, as per company filings
From January to September 2025, there were 308 branded hotel signings covering 38,806 keys, out of which Tier-1 cities accounted for maximum signings, followed by Tier-2 cities
The Indian hotel industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom, fueled by a surge in domestic travel, the rising demand for spiritual tourism, and the nation's robust economic growth