Branded hotels poised for strong double-digit growth by FY26, boosted by leisure & business travel demand

Branded hotels are poised for strong double-digit revenue growth of 11-12% in FY26, driven by increased leisure and business travel, MICE segment boost, and rising foreign tourist arrivals. Room supply is set to expand by 11-12%, yet occupancy levels will remain high at 74-75%, with average room rates growing by 3-4%.