Radisson Hotel Group, one of the fastest-growing hotel chains in the world, has announced another growth milestone in its global growth in the first half of 2026 (H1 2026).
The leading chain has continued to accelerate its growth strategy in the first half of 2026 with the signing and opening of 160 hotels, representing more than 22,000 keys. The growth is driven by a diversified portfolio spanning luxury, lifestyle, upscale, resort, conversion, and mixed-use opportunities
In the first half, the group recorded over 1620 hotels in operation or under development across its EMEA and APAC regions, with 10 additional hotels joining its Verified Net Zero programme across Norway, Denmark, Sweden, the UK and South Africa, including the first VNZ hotel in Africa.
In the period under review, Radisson, one of its brands, became the most-signed hotel brand within its segment in EMEA and SEAP, while 35 Radisson Individuals hotels were signed or opened in the first half of 2026.
However, it recorded over 100 hotels in operation or under development across its Africa portfolio, while over 260 hotels are in operation in China across Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Park Inn by Radisson, and Radisson RED. Also, about 40 percent conversions were recorded, boosting the growth.
