Daily Lodging Report Weekly Highlights

India’s hotel talent shuffle is proof the country has become the fiercest battleground for global chains. With Alex out, all eyes will be on Marriott’s choice of successor in one of its most critical markets.

Bringing back a known partner helps G6 with its goal to add more than 150 franchised hotels this year.

Lifestyle hotels in Asia Pacific are no longer a niche. They’re now part of the mainstream. It would be interesting to see how traditional hotel brands adapt to this.

Hyatt’s putting its money on a traveler who’s still willing to pay for more than just a bed for the night. It’s a bit of a left turn, especially when most others are chasing the mid-range market, but that’s where Hyatt sees the opportunity.

According to Vikram Oberoi, it’s time Indian hotels stopped selling themselves short. He’s betting that Indian guests are ready to pay more, especially for top-tier stays.

Hilton may have taken a slower path in India compared to Marriott and Accor, but that’s changing fast. With India’s hospitality market booming, Hilton is making sure it has a stake in the game.

A ban on building may be extreme, but Bali will still have to find ways to deal with overtourism.

The parent companies of both the Oberoi and Taj brands are tapping into the growing demand for unique, high-end experiences — both from the Indian diaspora and international travelers.

With a London hotel now slated for 2028, Oberoi has said it's eyeing its key source markets. So, will the brand set its sights on the U.S., one of its top 3 markets? Stay tuned!

Housekeepers are one of the key figures in Wednesday’s May Day rallies. While hotel wages have gone up, unions say that overworking is still an issue.