Royal Orchid Hotels Limited has announced a major new partnership with Hilton to launch 125 Hampton by Hilton properties across India. The move marks a significant step in Hilton’s expansion into the country’s fast-growing mid-market segment, fueled by rising domestic travel and a rapidly expanding middle class.
Most of these franchised hotels will be developed in western and southern regions, including Goa, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. Once operational, they will join a global network of over 3,100 Hampton by Hilton hotels.
Arjun Baljee, President, Royal Orchid Hotels, expresses, “Partnering with Hilton to bring 125 Hampton properties to life is a strategic leap in our 50-year journey. It complements our ethos of bolstering India’s mid-market segment with hotels that deliver great value, service efficiency and thoughtful design, alongside the globally renowned Hampton brand experience. Over the next 10 years, the hospitality opportunity will enable jobs creation for local communities besides offering travelers across the country a quality stay experience.”
Known as Hilton’s largest brand, Hampton by Hilton has long set the standard for upper midscale hospitality. It has been ranked the #1 lodging franchise by Entrepreneur® for 17 consecutive years and operates in 46 countries. In India, the brand will be thoughtfully adapted to local tastes—blending global quality with design, service, and amenities tailored to Indian travelers—while staying true to its signature warm, friendly service style known as “Hamptonality.”
Guests will also benefit from Hilton Honors, Hilton’s award-winning loyalty program spanning 26 brands. Members who book directly can enjoy perks like flexible payment options, exclusive discounts, complimentary Wi-Fi, and seamless digital features such as online check-in, room selection, and Digital Key access via the app.
This strategic partnership has been signed between Regenta Hotels Private Limited and Hampton by Hilton under the stewardship of Mr Keshav Baljee, Executive Director, Royal Orchid Hotels Limited.
Keshav Baljee, Executive Director, Royal Orchid Group, said, “We are proud to partner with Hilton to scale Hampton by Hilton in India. Our portfolio is a healthy mix of owned, managed and franchised properties, and this partnership with Hilton will drive significant growth in the country’s mid-market hospitality segment. As domestic travel continues to grow and new economic centers emerge across the country, we see a significant opportunity to expand the Hampton by Hilton brand across cities in India and complement our family of Regenta hotels.”
Strategic agreements have become a key driver for Hilton’s expansion strategy in India, enabling the company to pair strong local operating expertise with its global brands and commercial engine. This partnership marks Hilton’s third of this nature in India, building on the momentum of earlier agreements that are accelerating development by setting franchise terms across a large portfolio of new developments at once.
With western and southern India driving a significant share of the country’s GDP—and infrastructure improvements boosting connectivity—travel demand is steadily moving beyond major metros. This shift is creating a strong need for reliable, branded accommodations in emerging cities and commercial hubs, positioning Hampton by Hilton to tap into one of India’s most promising hospitality segments.
Christian Charnaux, Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Hilton, said, “As we continue to strengthen our network effect around the world, India remains a strategic long-term growth market for Hilton. For owners, Hampton by Hilton delivers industry-leading returns through an efficient operating model and broad guest appeal. This agreement further reinforces the global strength of the Hampton brand and our confidence in the long-term growth of India’s midmarket hospitality sector.”
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