- The key focus markets are Goa, Jaipur, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Katra, Puri, Shimla, Nainital, Udaipur, and Mount Abu.
- Majority of the new hotels will be incorporated under OYO’s premium brands
- OYO has also launched an exclusive ‘Excellence Network Program’ designed to empower prospective hotel owners in these key markets
As the country gears up for the festive and winter tourism season, Global hospitality technology company OYO is all set to strengthen its presence in the key leisure markets across India. The company is on course to add 750 hotels in the next 3 months in 35+ leisure markets. Of these, the key focus markets are Goa, Jaipur, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Katra, Puri, Shimla, Nainital, Udaipur, and Mount Abu.
Majority of the new hotels will be incorporated under OYO’s premium brands such as Palette, Townhouse, Townhouse Oak, and Collection O, providing travellers with a variety of superior options to choose from.
Empowering Hotel Owners
OYO has also launched an exclusive ‘Excellence Network Program’ designed to empower prospective hotel owners in these key markets to make the most of the upcoming tourism season. The program extends a suite of benefits to hotel owners to cater to the demand dynamics during peak season including access to OYO’s extensive network of guests, prioritization on the OYO app, and competitive commission rates.
India’s Tourism Boom
India is one of the key destinations for travellers seeking relaxation, adventure, and unique experiences. As per a recent government report, the number of foreign tourists who arrived in India this year during January-June is 106 percent more than the figure for the corresponding period in 2022. The number is expected to go up as we approach the autumn-winter high season. The high season, which typically runs from October to January, sees an influx of both domestic and international tourists, making it a crucial period for the tourism and hospitality industry.
OYO has already started witnessing a 28% surge in advance bookings across all key leisure markets compared to same period last year. OYO’s expansion in these markets comes at an opportune time, enabling travellers to make the most of their vacations while creating a positive impact on local economy and communities.
Talking about the expansion, Anuj Tejpal, Chief Merchant Officer- OYO, said: “As we head towards one of the most important seasons for tourism, it is heartening to see the number of foreign travellers increase in India after the covid lull. With our ‘Excellence Network Program’ we want to provide hotel owners with a competitive edge and the necessary support to make the most of this opportunity. Our expansion in these leisure markets also aligns with our mission to provide quality accommodations and memorable experiences to travellers. The influx of new hotels will not only boost tourism, but also provide employment opportunities for local communities.”
A Comfortable Stay Just a Few Clicks Away
Customers can do hotel bookings through a simple three click booking process on OYO Hotels app. Customers choose OYO’s platform for many reasons, including accessibility to hotels at competitive prices, quality accommodation, ease of use of the app, personalization, and flexibility of the platform. Customers can also resolve their queries quickly with OYO’s 24*7 chatbot – Yo! Chat.
OYO has also introduced a Stay Now Pay Later (SNPL) option to provide travellers greater flexibility while planning their travels. SNPL provides customers with a credit limit of up to INR 5,000 which can be settled after 15 days of the stay. The feature can be accessed on the home screen of OYO app. Customers can then for opt the SNPL plan that best suit their requirements.
