Marriott Brings Autograph Collection Brand to India with Karnal Property

Marriott International is launching its Autograph Collection brand in India, with the first property opening in Karnal, a city in Haryana state. The choice of Karnal, rather than a major metropolitan area, appears deliberate for the luxury lifestyle brand known for featuring independent hotels with distinctive character. The Autograph Collection typically includes boutique properties that maintain their unique identity while operating under Marriott's umbrella. The expansion marks Marriott's continued growth in the Indian hospitality market, bringing its upscale independent hotel concept to a secondary city rather than established luxury destinations like Mumbai or Delhi.