Hilton committed to contribute to India’s growing travel, hospitality sector, says Chris Nassetta, president & CEO

Chris Nassetta
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Hilton, the American hotel chain, was on an ambitious growth trajectory in South Asia and the hospitality group was also committed to contribute to India’s growing travel and hospitality sector, said its president and CEO, Chris Nassetta, here on Tuesday.

Emphasising on the importance Hilton placed on India, Mr. Nassetta said, “India is a critical part of Hilton’s global growth strategy. As one of the world’s largest and most dynamic markets, it represents a major opportunity across brand segments – from luxury to premium economy.’‘

He was speaking at a brand journey Hilton organised for the media in Bengaluru to showcase 10 of its brands that are already operating in India.

Speaking on the occasion, Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton, said, “With more than 1,000 hotels across Asia Pacific, and plans to grow to 10 times our current portfolio in India with our SLA (service level agreement) partners, our commitment to this region is stronger than ever.’‘

Hilton currently has 32 trading hotels and 29 properties in the pipeline which all would be operational in the next four years.

The brand showcase was organised to demonstrate the power of Hilton’s brands and the scale of opportunity ahead in India, he said. “With strong momentum in 2025 and a clear vision for the future, we are investing, expanding, and ensuring Hilton has a presence everywhere our guests want to travel in India,’‘ Mr. Watts added.

According to Alexandra Jaritz, senior vice president, Brand Management, Asia Pacific, Hilton, India is bold, fast-moving, and shaping the way the world travels.

‘’Our goal here is simple: meet guests wherever they are, with the right brand, in the right place, at the right time. From the iconic Waldorf Astoria to the energetic Spark by Hilton, our diverse portfolio is built to serve India’s equally diverse travellers,’‘ he stated.