Radisson Hotel Group is a leader in the European upper luxury and resort segments | News
Radisson Hotel Group ended 2025 with more than 272 new hotel acquisitions and openings, strengthening its position as a leading owner-centric hospitality group while leveraging its successful momentum to accelerate toward more relevant growth.
Throughout the year, the Group maintained Radisson Blu as Europe’s leading luxury brand, with a presence in 154 cities. It also continues to lead the European resort segment, with Radisson Blu resorts spread across 27 destinations across the continent. It also forged strategic new partnerships such as The Medlock, a Radisson Blu Hotel at Manchester City Football Club’s Etihad Stadium and with the MIMCO Group as hotel partner for “The Butler” project and Byron Gestion with the signing of the Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside, while nurturing existing partnerships with owners, 65% of whom have more than one hotel with the group.
Sustainability and responsible development remain key to Radisson Hotel Group’s long-term success, evidenced by the pioneering work of the industry’s first two Net Zero hotels: Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, a verified Net Zero Hotel, and Radisson RED Oslo City Centre, a verified Net Zero Hotel. These hotels have set new benchmarks for conversion-oriented sustainability, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to reducing environmental impact and future-proofing owner assets.
“We are grateful for the trust our owners have in our brands and our people. We are creating more opportunities and possibilities for our investors and guests across continents and segments, from mid-range to lifestyle, luxury to resorts, and ultimately crossing over into alternative segments. The momentum we have achieved in recent years, alongside the competence and courage of our leadership teams, will drive greater growth, resilience and opportunity in 2026 and beyond,” said Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.
Highlights of global growth in 2025:
In China, Radisson Hotel Group signed and opened 170 hotels during the year, bringing its pipeline to almost 300 hotels. Growth has been concentrated in the mid- and upper-midmarket segments, driven by Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, now the fastest growing brand in the country.
India continued to stand out as one of the Group’s most dynamic markets. Radisson Hotel Group has surpassed the milestone of 200 hotels in operation and development. Backed by strong economic fundamentals, continued owner confidence and robust domestic travel demand, India remains a cornerstone of the Group’s long-term growth strategy.
In EMEA, the Group recorded approximately 70 signings and openings, with a continued focus on Southern Europe, the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Poland. Key highlights included the signings of The Medlock, a Radisson Blu Hotel, in association with Manchester City football club; Banke Opera Paris, a Radisson Collection Hotel; Radisson RED Bucharest Old Town; Radisson Serviced Apartments COY Sheikh Zayed City in Egypt; Prize from Radisson Osnabrück in Germany, the first prize hotel with the new interior concept; and Radisson Oriente Hotel Barcelona.
Leisure-based expansion also remained a key driver, with Radisson Hotel Group’s resort portfolio comprising more than 160 properties worldwide, reflecting continued demand for resort and urban resort destinations in Europe and Asia. Notable developments include Atiara Ubud Bali, a Radisson Collection Resort; Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Çeşme; and an urban resort in Brussels, Radisson Collection The National Hotel, Brussels.
