Marriott Targets 500 Hotels in India by 2030

Marriott International has unveiled an ambitious growth plan for India, aiming to operate 500 hotels by 2030 as it deepens its footprint across both luxury and mid-scale hospitality segments.

The global hospitality leader currently manages 159 hotels in India, with 137 more signed, making the country one of its fastest-growing markets in Asia Pacific excluding China (APEC). Marriott generated Rs. 10,000 crore in gross revenue from India in 2024, up from Rs. 8,000 crore the previous year — reflecting the robust demand for both leisure and business travel.

Key Highlights

• Marriott targets 500 hotels and 50,000 rooms in India by 2030
• Focus on luxury, mid-scale, and Tier II & III city expansion
• Marriott’s India revenue jumped 25 percent year-over-year to Rs. 10,000 crore

Marriott’s expansion strategy includes an aggressive push into Tier II and Tier III cities, supported by India’s rapid infrastructure growth, including new airports, highways, and improved connectivity. The company is also investing in its India-first mid-scale brand, “Series by Marriott,” which is expected to capture a rising share of domestic travelers and small business demand.

Neeraj Govil, Chief Operating Officer for APECGovil said, “In India , weddings, and leisure tourism remain key demand drivers, underscoring the market’s resilience.” Marriott’s goal is to reach 50,000 rooms in India within five years, aligning with the country’s fast-growing branded hotel supply and rising domestic travel trends.

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This move positions Marriott to benefit from India’s booming hospitality market, which is witnessing record occupancy rates and growing investor interest, making it one of the most lucrative global markets for the brand.