Marriott International announced that its business in India has crossed $1.3 billion, positioning the country as a crucial growth market. David Marriott, chairman of the board, highlighted that India is on track to become the company’s third-largest market globally, expected to surpass Mexico in scale, according to livemint.com.
The company’s expansion in India is part of a decades-long growth strategy, with India joining China and the US as one of Marriott’s top markets. Marriott operates about 700 properties in China and over 6,000 hotels in the US, its largest market. The growth in India reflects increased investments and a rising demand for hospitality services in the country, the report said.
This development underscores India’s rising importance in the global hospitality sector. Marriott’s growth in India aligns with broader trends of increased travel and tourism in the region. The company’s progress in India is comparable to its expansion in China, which remains a significant market. Marriott’s focus on India highlights the country’s potential as a major contributor to the global hotel industry.
Marriott’s India business crossing $1.3 billion marks a significant milestone, with the company expecting India to overtake Mexico as its third-largest market. This milestone was reported on June 12, 2026, by livemint.com, reflecting the company’s strategic emphasis on the Indian market.