In Brief: Hilton and Olive Hospitality have signed agreements for the first 10 Spark by Hilton hotels in India as part of a strategic plan to open 150 franchised properties nationwide.
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Spark by Hilton Calangute, Goa Rendering – Image Credit Hilton
Hilton and Olive Hospitality have signed agreements for the first 10 Spark by Hilton hotels in India, marking a milestone in the brand’s expansion in the country’s mid-market segment. The signings are part of a 2024 strategic agreement to sign and open 150 Spark by Hilton franchised hotels across India.
The new hotels are planned for locations including Bengaluru, Goa, Jaipur, Nashik, Mathura, Pune, Rajkot, and Hyderabad. The expansion aims to increase Hilton’s presence in both metro and non-metro cities.
Spark by Hilton hotels in India will feature public spaces with multi-functional seating, such as communal tables and rocking chairs. Guests will receive complimentary breakfast with local items and have access to a 24-hour retail market.
The signings are part of Hilton’s broader expansion in India’s midscale segment. The partnership with Olive Hospitality follows agreements with NILE Hospitality for 75 Hampton by Hilton hotels and with Royal Orchid Hotels for 125 Hampton hotels. Hilton’s existing pipeline and these agreements are expected to position the company to exceed 400 trading hotels in India in the coming years.
Spark by Hilton Hotels in India will participate in Hilton Honors, Hilton’s guest loyalty program. Members who book directly through Hilton channels will have access to benefits including flexible payment options, member discounts, complimentary standard Wi-Fi, and digital tools such as digital check-in, room selection, and Digital Key through the Hilton Honors mobile app.
No opening dates for the 10 Spark by Hilton hotels have been specified.
