Hilton has announced the signing of Waldorf Astoria Goa, bringing one of the world’s most iconic luxury brands to India’s storied western coastline. The development marks Hilton’s third Waldorf Astoria in India, following signings in Jaipur and New Delhi, and signals the company’s continued focus on expanding its presence across the country’s most dynamic urban and leisure destinations.

The addition also takes Hilton’s portfolio in Goa to four trading and pipeline properties, underscoring sustained confidence in the destination’s domestic and international appeal and the growing appetite for high-end, experience-led travel.

Slated to open in 2030, Waldorf Astoria Goa is being developed by West Coast Hotels Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture between the V.S. Dempo Group -- one of Goa’s oldest and most respected business families -- and Triton Hotels & Resorts Private Limited, a luxury hospitality developer with a strong track record across marquee Indian destinations.

“The signing of Waldorf Astoria Goa brings the pinnacle of luxury to one of the India’s most distinguished leisure destinations and reflects growing investor interest in high-end hospitality,” said Alan Watts, president, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “This partnership with West Coast Hotels Pvt. Ltd. expands the choice of experience led stays in India and strengthens our leadership across Asia Pacific as we set our sights on 250 luxury and lifestyle hotels in the coming years.”

Set along a pristine 20-acre waterfront stretch in South Goa, the resort will offer uninterrupted views of the Arabian Sea, framed by natural beauty, expansive horizons and the region’s distinctive coastal character. The location provides a fitting backdrop for Waldorf Astoria’s signature approach to luxury -- defined by timeless elegance, a strong sense of place and highly personalised service.

The hotel will feature 148 elegantly appointed rooms, suites and villas, designed to deliver a refined yet relaxed experience that harmonises with its coastal surroundings. In keeping with the brand’s heritage as a storied social and cultural destination, the property will include the signature Peacock Alley, a curated selection of dining experiences, a specialty beachfront restaurant and a rooftop bar.

“At its heart, Waldorf Astoria is about creating places that carry meaning and endure over time. The brand is defined by effortless luxury and its hallmark of sincerely elegant service,” said Candice D’Cruz, vice president, Luxury Brands, Asia Pacific, Hilton. “Goa’s storied cultural heritage and timeless coastal beauty provide a powerful canvas for this expression, allowing us to bring together thoughtful design, distinctive culinary experiences and a strong sense of place. The result will be a refined yet relaxed destination that feels both globally iconic and unmistakably Goan.”

With approximately 10,800 square feet of event and meeting space, complemented by world-class wellness facilities including a luxury spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre and swimming pools, the resort is positioned to become a sought-after venue for destination weddings, celebrations and curated gatherings. “South Goa’s pristine coastline attracts the world’s most discerning travellers, and it deserves an icon like Waldorf Astoria that matches its beauty and global appeal. This is the beginning of a new chapter in luxury and our long-cherished dream,” said Triton Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd CMD Ratan Sharma.

According to Shrinivas Dempo, Chairman, West Coast Hotels Pvt Ltd., Dempo Group, Goa has long occupied a distinctive place in India’s hospitality landscape, and the project presents a timely opportunity to introduce a globally renowned luxury brand to South Goa’s evolving market. “Our partnership with Hilton reflects a shared ambition to create a thoughtfully designed beachfront destination that is rooted in Goa’s cultural and natural context while meeting the expectations of today’s luxury traveller,” he said.

The signing comes amid rising affluence and a growing preference for leisure travel and immersive hospitality experiences in India. Hilton continues to expand its luxury portfolio in the country, where it currently operates two Conrad Hotels & Resorts properties in Pune and Bengaluru, and has announced additional Waldorf Astoria signings in Jaipur and New Delhi, alongside new Conrad and Signia by Hilton developments in Jaipur.