APAC Investment Shows Resilience with Projected 15–20% Growth

Industry analysts JLL have confirmed that the Asia Pacific hotel market recorded its strongest first-half performance in seven years, with transaction volumes reaching US$6.8 billion, a 54% increase year-on-year. This growth is projected to continue at 15–20% for the full year 2026.

The trend signifies that even amid economic volatility, hospitality remains a highly attractive asset class. For India, the momentum is particularly relevant as hotel development continues to move beyond the major metros and investors increasingly look toward emerging destinations.

The broader investment picture also reinforces the competitive expansion taking place across India’s hotel sector, as hospitality groups continue to add rooms and enter new markets.