Waldorf Astoria and Hilton Hotels & Resorts to anchor India’s first global business district at Delhi Airport.
NEW DELHI, 5 June 2025 — Hilton has signed two hotel projects in partnership with GMR Group-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), under its Waldorf Astoria and
Hilton Hotels & Resorts brands. This development marks a major milestone in Hilton’s growth strategy in India’s fast-evolving hospitality market.
The agreement includes the launch of Waldorf Astoria in India’s capital, a 150-room luxury property offering signature dining, wellness amenities, and the iconic Peacock Alley. Alongside it, the new 350-room Hilton New Delhi Aerocity will be the first Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in New Delhi, bringing business and leisure travelers new, sophisticated facilities, dining options and social spaces, along with Hilton’s globally renowned hospitality.
Chris Nassetta, President & CEO of Hilton, described the signing as “a significant step forward” for Hilton’s South Asia growth trajectory. “These landmark properties underscore Hilton’s commitment to delivering exceptional experiences and shaping the future of the Indian hospitality sector,” he said.
The collaboration supports Hilton’s ambition to grow its luxury presence in India over the next decade. In addition to the New Delhi Waldorf Astoria, upcoming launches include LXR Hotels & Resorts and Signia by Hilton, alongside two existing Conrad Hotels & Resorts properties in Bengaluru and Pune.
Kiran Kumar Grandhi, Corporate Chairman of GMR Group, said, “Partnering with Hilton to bring Waldorf Astoria and Hilton to GMR Aerocity reflects our continued commitment to bring world-class global brands to Aerocity, thereby positioning the facility as a force multiplier for Delhi’s tourism and business economy. Hilton’s global standards align well with our ambition to build GMR Aerocity as a strategic destination establishing new benchmarks in urban and hospitality infrastructure.”
Source: Hilton
