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In the next two years, luxury hospitality brand Fairmont will introduce four new properties in India, including locations such as Mumbai, Udaipur, Agra, and Shimla Fagu, while another Raffles hotel will launch in Goa by 2030, Omer Acar, CEO for Raffles and Fairmont, told ET in an exclusive interview.
Acar said the decision to launch more luxury hotels in India stems from a growing demand for bespoke, high-end travel experiences across India, among both domestic and international travellers. “As India increasingly establishes itself as a highly sought-after destination for luxury travellers, we recognised a unique opportunity to expand the presence of Raffles and Fairmont in the market,” said Acar.
“Travelers today desire high-end, culturally rich, and inspirational experiences, and we are perfectly positioned to meet this demand through Raffles and Fairmont, two centennial brands that are rooted in unique and distinct histories but are committed to providing a contemporary guest experience,” he added.
The brands are a part of hospitality chain Accor’s portfolio. On Thursday, Accor announced a partnership with Dangayach Group to develop two new Raffles and Fairmont hotels in Goa.
While Raffles Goa Shiroda will feature 120 luxury villas set across over 27 acres, Fairmont Goa will be spread across over 56 acres and will have 400 rooms. Accor said both properties will be operational by 2030.
Acar said recent openings such as Raffles Jaipur, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, Cape Grace, a Fairmont managed hotel, and Fairmont Breakers Long Beach show that the company continues to focus on growing both brands in ‘dynamic’ destinations that represent the future of luxury travel. He said the three open Fairmont and Raffles hotels in India-Raffles Jaipur, Raffles Udaipur, and Fairmont Jaipur-have met with ‘exceptional success.'”Each property has been incredibly well received by local, regional, and international guests, thanks to the unique and immersive experiences they offer, which are deeply rooted in the essence of each brand and their respective locations,” he added.Fairmont boasts a portfolio of 88 hotels worldwide, while Raffles Jaipur marked the 23rd property for Raffles. In the year ahead, Raffles will make its debut in Sentosa, Singapore, and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. New openings are planned for Fairmont in cities such as Prague, Tokyo, Bangkok, and Hanoi.
“2025 is particularly exciting for Fairmont in India, as we prepare to introduce the brand to both Mumbai and Udaipur,” said Acar. “The contribution of Accor’s luxury and lifestyle brands, such as Fairmont and Raffles, is highly significant to the group’s overall success. These prestigious brands are not only key drivers of financial performance, but also play an essential role in raising the global profile of the Group,” he added.
Acar said both China and India remain ‘incredibly important’ markets for Raffles and Fairmont and in the coming years, these countries will be critical for both inbound and outbound travel markets. “Due to the success of our existing properties in India, we know that the experiences offered by both Raffles and Fairmont resonate deeply with Indian travellers, who prioritise personalised service, vibrant atmospheres, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional culinary offerings,” he said.
“We hope that travellers who have discovered Raffles or Fairmont throughout their exploration of India will continue to stay with us when traveling abroad,” he added.
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