Marriott International hailed a year of strong growth in the Asia Pacific region (excluding China) signing a record 109 hotel deals and adding more than 21,000.
It also notched several milestones for the APEC region.
“2024 was a record-breaking year, with exceptional growth driven by key development milestones, market expansions, and the introduction of new brands,” said Rajeev Menon, President, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International.
“As we continue to meet the evolving needs of modern travellers, APEC remains a pivotal region in our company’s growth strategy.”
The luxury portfolio accounted for 19% of the signed deals in 2024.
More than 20 agreements were signed including the expected debuts of EDITION in Jakarta and Mumbai; The Ritz-Carlton in Jaipur and Udaipur, and a second W Hotels in Singapore.
In 2024, Marriott entered new destinations and celebrated debuts in the region.
The company debuted in Papua New Guinea with the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments Port Moresby.
The lifestyle-focused Moxy Hotels brand debuted in Bengaluru in India, Putrajaya in Malaysia, and Moxy Bangkok in Thailand.
It marked its 600th property in APEC – Adelaide Marriott Hotel, Australia, the 150th property in India – Katra Marriott Resort & Spa and its 50th property in Malaysia.
It also marked the 100th property in Japan.
Marriott International in APEC closed 2024 with 635 open properties across 25 brands in 22 countries and territories.
