Archive · 10 Jun 2025
ICRA Predicts Moderated Growth for India's Hospitality Sector in FY26
Imagine the hospitality industry as a rollercoaster.
For the past few years, it has been going up very fast, like a super-fast ride.
Now, it's still going up, but not quite as fast.
This is because after a period of growth in leisure travel and events, the industry is expected to grow at a more moderate pace.
The average cost of a hotel room is expected to increase, but the rate at which new hotels are being built is lagging behind.
Also, terror attacks had some impact, but things are getting back to normal.
The future looks okay because of improvements in transport and more event spaces.
ICRA forecasts a slowdown in the hospitality sector's revenue growth for FY26.
Premium hotel occupancy is expected to remain strong, at 72-74% in FY26.
Average room rates for premium hotels are projected to rise to Rs 8,200- Rs 8,500 in FY26.
Terror attacks in April/May 2025 had a temporary impact on travel.
Medium-term growth drivers like infrastructure and events are expected to boost growth.
- Who
- ICRA, a ratings agency, analyzed the hospitality sector.
- What
- ICRA projects a slowdown in India's hospitality sector growth.
- When
- FY26: Hospitality growth expected to moderate.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Following a period of strong growth, the hospitality sector is entering a phase of measured expansion.
- Projected Revenue Growth (FY26)
- 6-8%
- Premium Hotel Occupancy (FY26)
- 72-74%
- Average Room Rate (ARR) (FY26)
- Rs 8,200- Rs 8,500
- Hotel Occupancy (FY24/FY25)
- 70-72%
- ARR (FY25)
- Rs 8,000- Rs 8,200