# Radisson Hotel Group Targets 500 Indian Hotels by 2030

> Radisson Hotel Group plans to open 500 hotels in India by 2030 through an 'India booster' strategy.
- Title: Radisson Hotel Group Targets 500 Indian Hotels by 2030
- Summary: Radisson Hotel Group plans to open 500 hotels in India by 2030 through an 'India booster' strategy. Radisson Hotel Group aims to reach 500 hotels in India by…
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- Source: The Economic Times — https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/hotels-/-restaurants/radisson-hotel-group-working-on-india-booster-plan-to-fast-track-expansion-coo/articleshow/134473449.cms
- Author: Anumeha Chaturvedi
- Published: 2026-09-25T02:38:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: radisson hotel group, india booster plan, 500 hotels, seattle, nfl, mumbai, uj jain, saudi arabia, ai in hospitality, hotel expansion
## India Growth Strategy
Radisson Hotel Group is working on an 'India booster' plan to fast track expansion and reach 500 hotels in India by 2030.
## Current Hotel Presence
The chain currently operates 146 hotels with 15,946 rooms in India, aiming to cross 150 operational hotels by December 2026.
## India as Growth Focus
Basterrechea stated India is the chain's second biggest market after China with nearly 250 hotels across operating and pipeline.
## Customized Services
The chain is adapting services and amenities for Indian travelers in European and Middle Eastern markets through a 'welcome India' project.
## Middle East Impact
Radisson reported major Middle East markets were heavily impacted by the regional conflict, with Saudi Arabia less affected than UAE markets.
## No Public Market Plans
Basterrechea ruled out tapping India's public markets and inorganic growth opportunities for the 500 hotel target.
## AI in Hospitality
The company is investing in AI to improve direct reservations while maintaining human capital for customer relations.
## Key takeaway

Radisson Hotel Group aims to reach 500 hotels in India by 2030 with tailored services for Indian travelers.