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Indian Hospitality Industry Poised for Continued Growth in 2025HOSPITALITY BIZ n JANUARY, 2025WWW.HOSPITALITYBIZINDIA.COM14 COVER STORYThe Indian hospitality industry has witnessed remarkable growth over the past three years, driven by strong domestic tourism, rising disposable incomes, and a growing preference for experiential travel. Key metrics like occupancy, Average Daily Rate (ADR), and Revenue per Available Room (RevPAR) have consistently improved, with a 3% rise in occupancy, 7.5% growth in ADR, and 10.5% increase in RevPAR recorded in 2023, according to STR reports. Major urban markets like Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bengaluru continue to lead, while tier-II and tier-III cities are emerging as new growth hubs. Leisure destinations, once subdued during the pandemic, are seeing a revival, complemented by robust corporate travel and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) demand. Despite challenges like global geopolitical tensions and slow international travel recovery, domestic tourism remains a key growth driver. With ongoing investments in infrastructure and supportive government policies, the industry is wellpositioned for sustained growth, attracting both business and leisure travelers in 2025. Hospitality Biz spoke with industry experts to understand the evolving expectations and sentiments shaping the sector%u2019s outlook for the New Year.