Marriott International to have 1000 hotels in APAC by end of 2020

NEW DELHI: Marriott International has announced that the company plans to have 1000 hotels operational in Asia Pacific by the end of 2020, and about 30,000 operational rooms in India by 2023.

Marriott said these plans could create up to 50,000 more job opportunities for the APAC region. In 2019, the company expects to add close to 100 new hotels or close to 20,000 rooms in the region, with brand debuts in Australia, Hong Kong, The Philippines, Nepal and India. Marriott International’s portfolio in Asia Pacific currently encompasses over 710 properties in 23 countries and territories, operating under 23 of the company’s 30 global brands.

“The breadth and depth of Marriott International’s footprint means that we are able to offer travelers opportunities to experience more destinations, brands and experiences, especially through Marriott Bonvoy , our travel programme,” said Craig S. Smith, president and managing director, Marriott International Asia Pacific.


“As important as our size is our commitment to deliver seamless and quality experiences for our guests at on-brand properties. Today’s traveler demands authentic, personalized and transformative experiences, whether for work or for pleasure, as a way of broadening their individual horizons and achieving a deeper understanding of the world. As the world’s leading hospitality company, it is in our DNA to strive to be part of our guests' favorite moments and memories. We are dedicated to Marriott International remaining Asia Pacific’s favorite travel company.”

The company said it expects China, India and South East Asia to be Marriott's international growth drivers in the region.

It said India continues to be the company’s second fastest growth engine in Asia Pacific with more than 50 properties in the pipeline. Marriott expects to reach more than 30,000 rooms open in India by end 2023. The company expects to debut the Tribute Portfolio brand in India, with the opening of Port Muziris, Kochi, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel slated for the second quarter of 2019.