Marriott International Celebrates 10,000 Properties Globally with the Opening of the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort and Spa

Marriott International, Inc. announced the opening of its 10,000th property globally, the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa, marking a historic milestone for the company as it approaches its 100th anniversary.

Global Achievement
- Marriott has reached 10,000 properties worldwide, spanning 146 countries and territories.
- This milestone comes as the company approaches its 100th anniversary.
- The landmark opening is the JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa in India, near Ranthambore National Park.

JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa
- Features 127 accommodations: private villas, suites, and guestrooms.
- Immersive luxury retreat with nature-focused experiences.
- Dining highlights: modern Indian cuisine, regional specialties, and botanical cocktails.
- Strengthens JW Marriott’s portfolio, now 130+ properties globally.

Marriott’s Luxury & Growth Strategy
- Luxury portfolio: 7 brands, nearly 700 properties in 74 countries.
- Recent openings include:
- St. Regis Budapest (Hungary debut).
- Westin Playa Vallarta (first all-inclusive Westin in Mexico).
- Artik Suzhou, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy (Greater China debut).
- StudioRes by Marriott Greensboro Airport (extended-stay, modular construction).

Leadership Voices
- Anthony Capuano, CEO:
> “Marking this accomplishment with a property carrying the JW Marriott brand is especially meaningful given its naming after our co-founder, J. Willard Marriott.”
- David Marriott (Chairman) and Rajeev Menon (President, APEC) joined the opening ceremony with the resort’s owners.

Why It Matters
This milestone cements Marriott’s position as the world’s largest hotel company, showcasing its ability to balance scale, heritage, and innovation. Choosing Ranthambore reflects Marriott’s strategy of blending luxury with nature and cultural immersion.