Indian hotels raise New Year 2026 rates 10%-20% due to strong domestic and international demand.

Indian hotels are increasing New Year 2026 rates by 10% to 20% due to strong demand from domestic and international travelers, with popular destinations like Udaipur, Jaipur, Goa, and New Delhi seeing higher bookings. Luxury and mid-scale chains are offering enhanced experiences such as yoga, cooking classes, recovery brunches, and themed celebrations, while upgrades like modernized rooms and air purification systems justify price hikes. Platforms report a 2.5-fold surge in year-end bookings, reflecting longer stays and higher spending, with average daily rates up 10% to 12% year-on-year.