Radisson Hotel Group Expands Globally, Targets 500 Hotels Under India Vision 2030
Hotel major strengthens its global footprint with new signings, openings and market entries across EMEA and Asia Pacific, while India remains central to its long-term expansion strategy.
By SOH Edit Team
Radisson Hotel Group is accelerating its global expansion, with India emerging as one of its fastest-growing and most strategic markets. During the first half of 2026, the Group strengthened its presence across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific through new signings, openings and market entries, while maintaining its position as the most-signed hotel brand in its segment across EMEA and Asia Pacific (excluding China) since 2019.
While the Group expanded across Europe, the Middle East and Africa with new hotels and brand launches, India remains at the centre of its long-term growth strategy. In H1 2026, Radisson signed 18 hotels (2,082 rooms) and opened four hotels (394 keys), taking its development pipeline from 87 to 98 hotels.
Radisson currently operates 142 hotels with over 15,500 keys across 86 Indian cities and has outlined an ambitious India Vision 2030, aiming to expand its portfolio from around 240 hotels in operation and development to 500 hotels over the next five years.
“India is one of the most compelling hotel development markets in the world today. Demand continues to outpace supply, infrastructure is improving rapidly, and owner confidence remains high,” said Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group.
Elie Younes, Executive Vice President & Global Chief Development Officer, Radisson Hotel Group.
India Anchors Long-Term Growth Strategy
The Group is also deepening its presence beyond metros, announcing 10 new market entries in 2026, including Kishangarh, Meerut, Roorkee, Coorg and Kalimpong, while expanding into emerging leisure and spiritual destinations such as Puri and Prayagraj.
Luxury projects including Radisson Collection Navi Mumbai, Radisson Collection Mysore and Radisson RED Mumbai International Airport underline rising demand for premium hospitality. Meanwhile, 62% of H1 2026 signings were conversion or brownfield projects, reflecting developers' growing focus on faster execution and asset optimisation.
“India’s hospitality sector is entering a new phase of growth, driven by expanding travel demand, improving infrastructure and rising investor confidence. We see significant opportunities across metros, leisure destinations and fast-growing regional markets,” said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director & COO, Radisson Hotel Group South Asia.
Investor interest is also shifting towards mixed-use developments, destination resorts, branded residences and serviced apartments, enabling diversified revenue streams.
“Owners today are increasingly focused on development efficiency, speed to market and long-term value creation. With a diversified brand portfolio and flexible development models, we are well positioned to support a wide range of hospitality assets,” said Davashish Srivastava, Vice President – Development, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.
With a strong global pipeline and an ambitious India roadmap, Radisson Hotel Group is positioning itself for sustained long-term growth by expanding into high-potential markets, strengthening owner partnerships and focusing on quality-led development.
Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director & COO, Radisson Hotel Group South Asia.
