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MUMBAI: Thailand’s hotel and property development company Dusit International on Thursday said it is planning to expand its presence in India by launching 10 additional hotels under its luxury and upper midscale brands in key emerging cities. Recently, Dusit had forayed into the Indian market with the opening of the contemporary, upscale 80-key dusitD2 Fagu in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, in December 2024, the company said in a statement.
The company has inked three key properties in Karnataka, which include the wellness-focused Devarana Sakleshpur, set to open in 2028, and two upcoming Dusit Princess Hotels & Resorts.
Furthermore, Dusit is preparing to launch six additional hotels across the country which include Dusit Princess brand in Raipur (200 keys), Bhiwadi (165 keys), Kolkata (220 keys), and Lonavala (120 keys).
The company is also planning two boutique luxury properties under the recently introduced Dusit Collection brand in Kasol and Manali in Himachal Pradesh, each with 40 rooms.
“India represents an exceptional growth opportunity for Dusit – across major metros and particularly in Tier II and III cities, where premium hospitality options remain limited despite strong demand,” said Siradej Donavanik, Vice President – Development (Global) at Dusit International.
The company said it aims to create stays that resonate deeply with Indian travellers by blending its unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality with wellness-led experiences and destination-driven properties.
“Through strategic partnerships with visionary local developers, we are committed to shaping India’s premium hospitality landscape for the long term,” Donavanik added.
Dusit’s entry into the Indian market forms part of its broader expansion strategy targeting high-growth markets such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Japan, China, and India with plans to sign more than 100 hotels globally over the next five years.
