In a strategic move set to reshape India’s upper-midscale and luxury hospitality landscape, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company, has announced a landmark partnership with Cygnett Hotels & Resorts, one of India’s fastest-growing hospitality groups. The alliance brings two of Wyndham’s globally acclaimed brands—La Quinta by Wyndham and Registry Collection Hotels—to the Indian market under the Cygnett umbrella.
This collaboration marks a significant step in Wyndham’s expansion strategy in South Asia, reinforcing its commitment to building a diverse and robust portfolio across India’s key leisure and business destinations. With Cygnett’s established local expertise, operational reach, and regional growth momentum, the two brands are expected to debut with multiple openings in the coming years.
La Quinta by Wyndham: Redefining Premium Midscale Travel
Globally popular among value-driven leisure and business travellers, La Quinta by Wyndham is known for its contemporary design, tech-friendly amenities, and exceptional consistency across locations. With the Indian traveler evolving and the demand for quality midscale hotels on the rise, this brand is well-positioned to serve a new generation of domestic and inbound guests.
Registry Collection Hotels: A Curated Luxury Experience
At the other end of the spectrum, the Registry Collection caters to a discerning set of luxury travellers seeking highly individualized stays. Each property in the Registry portfolio is distinct—celebrated for its unique character, architecture, and cultural relevance. Its arrival in India aligns with the country’s growing appetite for experiential and high-end travel.
A Future-Forward Partnership
Speaking about the partnership, senior leadership from both sides expressed confidence in the shared vision. Cygnett’s deep understanding of India’s secondary cities and emerging travel corridors is seen as a key advantage in accelerating the expansion of both La Quinta and Registry Collection properties.
The companies aim to roll out the first set of co-developed hotels by late 2025, focusing on high-demand destinations across North, West, and South India. Sites under consideration include spiritual hubs, heritage circuits, wellness destinations, and key Tier II business cities.
With this collaboration, Wyndham will expand its footprint beyond the metros and tap into India’s growing aspiration-driven travel economy, while Cygnett will gain access to global systems, distribution, and brand equity.
This partnership also opens the door for potential job creation, skill-building programs, and investments into infrastructure in cities poised for tourism growth—making it not just a commercial tie-up, but a boost to the broader ecosystem.
As the world rediscovers travel and India steps into its tourism prime, this alliance is a timely move to meet the market’s dual demand for value with quality and luxury with soul.
