India’s hospitality industry continues to witness expansion across spiritual, leisure, and emerging business destinations as hotel operators strengthen their regional footprints to meet rising travel demand. In the latest development, The Fern Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of two new properties in Maharashtra: The Fern Residency Shirdi, Series by Marriott and The Fern Elysia Resort Dahanu, Boisar, Series by Marriott.
With these additions, the hospitality group has expanded its Maharashtra portfolio to 45 operational and upcoming properties, reinforcing its strategy of deepening presence across high-potential travel markets within the state. The dual signings reflect the company’s continued focus on strengthening its position across pilgrimage destinations, leisure-driven travel locations, and growing business hubs.
Sharing his thoughts on the expansion, Suhail Kannampilly said: “Maharashtra continues to be a strategically important market for us, given its strong tourism potential and growing demand for quality hospitality offerings. Through these signings in Shirdi and Boisar, we aim to strengthen our presence across diverse travel destinations from prominent pilgrimage hubs to emerging leisure and business markets.”
Located in Shirdi, The Fern Residency Shirdi, Series by Marriott will feature 72 rooms and suites designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers. The property will also include an all-day dining restaurant and is expected to open in 2028, further supporting the city’s growing hospitality infrastructure driven by year-round pilgrimage tourism.
Commenting on the association, Nitin Kote said: “With the city welcoming visitors from across the country throughout the year, we are confident this partnership will offer guests a comfortable and dependable stay experience backed by quality hospitality standards.”
Meanwhile, The Fern Elysia Resort Dahanu, Boisar, Series by Marriott is set to feature 76 rooms and suites along with an all-day dining restaurant and bar. Scheduled to open in 2029, the resort is expected to cater to a mix of leisure and business travellers as Boisar and surrounding regions continue to evolve as emerging hospitality and tourism markets.
Commenting on the partnership, Aniket Save said: “Our association with The Fern Hotels & Resorts marks an exciting step for this upcoming resort in Boisar. We look forward to creating a destination that blends leisure, comfort and thoughtful hospitality, catering to the evolving needs of travellers visiting the region.”
The expansion comes at a time when hospitality brands are increasingly investing in regional markets driven by spiritual tourism, experiential travel, and improving infrastructure connectivity. As demand for premium and branded hospitality experiences continues to rise across India, operators are accelerating expansion into destinations that offer long-term tourism and business growth potential.
