Kyoto Introduces Five-Tier Accommodation Tax
Kyoto, Japan’s accommodation tax has increased. Plus, hotel deal and development news in APAC.
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Centara Forms Joint Venture to Launch Budget Brand
Centara Hotels & Resorts will introduce a new budget hotel brand. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.
Wyndham Targets 150 Hotels in India
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.
Indonesian Government Opposes Bali Airbnb Ban
Indonesia’s central government has opposed Bali’s proposed Airbnb ban, citing tourism and SME risks. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.
Singapore Hotels Expect Strong Finish as Events Drive Demand
Events like Formula 1 and the Milken Institute’s Asia Summit push Singapore luxury hotel occupancies to 88% after sluggish first half. Plus, more hotel deal and development news.
IHCL Acquires Majority Stake in Clarks Hotels Operators
Taj-parent IHCL buys 51% of ANK Hotels, Pride Hospitality for $23M, adding 135 mid-market hotels to expand India presence.
City Development Targets 500 Properties in Global Expansion Plan
City Development wants to triple in size, rising to 500 properties, mostly under the Millennium brand of hotels and resorts. Plus, more deals and development news.
Japan Records 21.5 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of 2025
Japan recorded 21.5 million foreign visitors in first half of 2025, breaking previous record of 17.78 million in 2024.
Vietnam Posts 30% Tourism Growth, Leads Asia-Pacific Region
Vietnam experienced a 30% increase in international tourist arrivals in 1Q25, year-over-year. That puts it sixth globally and first in the APAC region. Plus hotel development news...
Hotel101 Becomes First Filipino Company to List on Nasdaq
Asian hospitality updates: Macau hotel occupancy rises, new openings in China/Japan, casino developments across region.