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Thailand's March 2026 Hotel Business Operator Sentiment Index survey delivered somber responses. Plus, hotel deal and development news for APAC.

Accor opened its 800th hotel in Greater China as Vietnam's hotel market gains ground on rivals like Phuket across Asia. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

International hotel chains including Hilton, Marriott and IHCL are ramping up expansion across India and Southeast Asia with major deals. Plus, other hotel development news.

In India, Wyndham is preparing for its next leg of India growth, with 55 hotels in the pipeline and "up to 95" open. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

The JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo will open its doors on October 2nd in the Takanawa Gateway City development. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.

Asian hotels face mixed outlook: Thai occupancy rises, Chinese tourists decline, while new luxury properties open. Plus: IHCL’s 250th operating hotel.

Thailand's cabinet has moved forward with withdrawing the draft bill for casinos and entertainment complexes. And more hotel development news.

North Korea tourism is a topic again. China hotel RevPAR down 7.7% YoY. Thailand faces more tourist cancellations. Macau hotel sold. And more hotel news.

The Crest Collection expands globally with new properties like Le Clef Bangkok and first Saudi Arabia location in 2028.

Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano highlighted the company's strong growth in India, emphasizing local decision-making, expansion into smaller cities, increased female employment, and reducing bureaucratic and travel barriers to boost international tourism.