Author: HBI Staff | Hyderabad

Central Park, a leading Gurugram-based real estate developer owned by ‘The Bakshi Group of Enterprises’, a legacy name in real estate, infrastructure, hospitality and automotive industries, raises the bar for luxury living with the launch of Sakura Town, an exclusive member-only Japanese club. Led by Central Park’s esteemed hospitality arm, St. Jerome, it islocated in Sector-48, Sohna Road, Gurugram, within their coveted,The Room at Central Park Resorts, an in-demand, luxury, fully-serviced living space. Drawing inspiration from the serene elegance of Japanese culture, Sakura Town intends to create a unique feeling of ‘home-away-from-home’ for the growing Japanese expatriate and delegate community…

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Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the appointment of Abhijit Dey as the new Vice President. With over 25 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Dey brings a wealth of knowledge in hotel operations, product development, brand management, and sales empowerment. Dey’s impressive career includes pivotal roles with prominent companies such as K Raheja Group of Hotels, Taj Group of Hotels, and VITS-Kamat Group of Hotels, spanning regions including India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. His expertise will be invaluable as Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts aims to enhance operational efficiencies and drive brand…

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Sabre Hospitality, a division of Sabre Corporation, today announced the renewal of its long-term agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor with more hotels than any other company in the world. Under this renewed agreement, Wyndham will continue to utilize Sabre’s cloud-based SynXis Central Reservation System (CRS) to manage its operations, reaffirming Sabre Hospitality as their exclusive global central reservation system provider for nearly two decades. SynXis CRS is the leading global hospitality commerce and distribution platform, enabling hoteliers to achieve their strategic goals with streamlined distribution, centralized control, and greater flexibility. With this renewal, Wyndham…

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The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced the signing of a luxury hotel and boutique resort in the Kingdom of Bahrain, both under its iconic Taj brand. These greenfield projects mark a significant milestone as IHCL becomes the first Indian hospitality company to establish a presence in the Kingdom of Bahrain, further cementing its footprint in the Middle East.  Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, stated, “We are pleased to announce two hotels in the island nation of Bahrain in line with our strategy of growing Taj’s presence in key gateway cities of…

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The Yogi Adityanath government’s new star classification policy for hotels and resorts, introduced in December 2023 to promote tourism in Uttar Pradesh, will now be implemented in Sangam city. District officials have begun efforts in collaboration with the tourism department. A recent meeting at a city hotel, organized by the tourism department and the Prayagraj Development Authority (PDA), saw officials discussing the implementation of this new system with local hoteliers in preparation for Mahakumbh-2025. The new classification aims to increase the availability of hotel rooms, improve facilities, and offer subsidies and incentives comparable to industry standards. The system will categorize…

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Pride Hotels Group is proud to announce the grand opening of Biznotel by Pride Bharuch, marking the fourth Biznotel by Pride property in the state of Gujarat. This milestone highlights the significant growth of the Biznotel by Pride brand in the market. Developed by Patel Hotels, Biznotel by Pride Bharuch features well-appointed rooms designed to offer a smart, practical, and comfortable atmosphere. The hotel provides a range of modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, in-room dining (IRD), and 24×7 room service, ensuring guests have everything they need for a productive and relaxing stay. Inspired by Pride’s “5 Senses” philosophy, Biznotel by Pride…

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Conosh is thrilled to announce a special reunion of the legendary Australian culinary trio Gary Mehigan, Matt Preston & George Calombaris, in collaboration with The Ardmore in Hyderabad. Diners will get a unique opportunity to savour a lavish 7-course dinner at The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, specially curated by celebrity chefs and paired with exquisite pours from The Ardmore On August 3-4. The 7-course degustation experience features Gary’s innovative Sago Cracker with a delicate Tuna Tartare, Matt’s exquisite ‘Le Grande’ Vol au Vent infused with Flinders Truffles, and George’s flavorful Vegemite & Feta Scroll. Each dish is a culinary masterpiece, crafted from the chefs’ recent…

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The lackluster share price performance of Barbeque-Nation Hospitality Limited over the past three years has likely disappointed many shareholders. Despite the company’s positive EPS growth during this period, the share price has not reflected this fundamental performance. At the upcoming AGM on August 6th, shareholders may wish to question the board about the company’s future direction. They could also influence management and corporate decisions by voting on resolutions such as executive remuneration.

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Marriott Hotels, the signature flag of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of more than 30 extraordinary brands, hasn’t just set the standard for hospitality, it’s raised it: innovating at every opportunity and earning the trust of travelers all around the globe. Building on its legacy, the brand is redefining the all-inclusive vacation with the grand opening of its newest property, Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort. This debut marks a new era for Marriott Hotels as its first all-inclusive resort, inviting guests of all ages and generations to immerse themselves in enriching experiences, captivating entertainment, and vibrant local culture. All-Inclusive Getaways are Getting a…

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In the latest edition of the HVS ANAROCK monthly industry update, Hotels & Hospitality Overview (H2O), several key trends in the Indian hospitality industry for June 2024 have come to light. One of the most significant developments was a nearly 6% year-on-year growth in domestic air passenger traffic. This growth indicates a robust demand for travel within the country, which is often a precursor to increased hotel occupancy and revenue. Nationwide, the occupancy rates remained stable, showing no significant change from both the previous month and on a year-on-year basis. However, this overarching stability masks notable regional variations. Kochi stood…

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