Dusit International expands presence in India with luxury and upper midscale hotels

To open six new hotels including luxury and wellness resorts

Dusit International is set to broaden its presence in India by launching luxury and upper midscale properties in key emerging markets. Focusing on underserved Tier II and III cities.

Dusit International, a hospitality company based in Thailand, has announced that it is expanding its presence in India by launching its luxury and upper midscale brands in key emerging markets.

In a statement, Dusit says that it aims to target the Tier II and Tier III destinations in India, where luxury and upscale hospitality options are currently limited.

The statement adds that the strategic expansion builds on the momentum of Dusit’s recent foray into the Indian market with the opening of the contemporary, upscale dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla in December 2024, and the signings of three key properties in Karnataka, namely wellness-focussed Devarana Sakleshpur, which is set to open in 2028, and two upcoming Dusit Princess Hotels & Resorts.

“India represents an exceptional growth opportunity for Dusit – across major metros and particularly in Tier II and Tier III cities, where premium hospitality options remain limited despite strong demand. The country’s tourism industry is evolving rapidly, with increasing demand for high-quality, experience-driven stays. By blending our unique brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality with wellness-led experiences and destination-driven properties, we aim to create exceptional stays that resonate deeply with Indian travellers. Through strategic partnerships with visionary local developers, we are committed to shaping India’s premium hospitality landscape for the long term,” says Siradej Donavanik, Vice President – Development (Global), Dusit International.

According to the statement, Dusit is also preparing to launch six additional hotels across the country. The upper-midscale Dusit Princess brand will debut in Raipur, Chhattisgarh with 200 keys, Bhiwadi in Rajasthan with 165 keys, Kolkata with 220 keys and Lonavala in Maharashtra with 120 keys. Meanwhile, two boutique luxury properties under the recently introduced Dusit Collection brand – in Kasol and Manali, each with 40 rooms, both in Himachal Pradesh, are also slated to open soon.