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    Royal Orch.Hotel

    ROHLTD
    Consumer Services·26 May 2026
    Management Summary

    Royal Orchid Hotels reported strong FY26 financial results with significant revenue and EBITDA growth, driven by sustained demand and an asset-light expansion strategy. However, the company faced headwinds in Q4 FY26 due to geopolitical issues impacting occupancies and rising operational costs. A notable Ind AS hit and write-offs for the new ICONIQA Mumbai property also affected reported PAT, though management remains confident in future growth and shareholder value.

    Highlights

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    • Revenue from operations for FY26 increased to INR 384 crores from INR 319 crores last year, representing a 20.37% YoY growth.

    • EBITDA for FY26 stood at INR 110 crores, reflecting resilience and efficiency.

    • Profit after tax for FY26 reached INR 33 crores after exceptional items, with an Earning per share of 11.74 rupees.

    • Consolidated asset base has now crossed INR 1,041 crores, demonstrating scale and strength.

    • The Board recommended a final dividend of INR 2.5 per equity share, reflecting confidence in growth and shareholder value.

    • The group has almost INR 100 crores of cash equivalents, providing sufficient funds for future growth.

    Concerns

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    • Geopolitical issues (West Asia crisis, war) impacted business, ADRs, and occupancies in Q4 FY26, especially March, leading to cancellations.

    • A notional INR 15-16 crores Ind AS hit on PAT for ICONIQA Mumbai in its first year of operation, causing reported PAT to be lower.

    • INR 7.5 crores in pre-operating expenses for ICONIQA Mumbai were written off (INR 5.5 crores in Q4, INR 2 crores in Q2) as auditors did not agree to capitalize them.

    • Rising costs, including labor wages and fuel prices, are increasing operational expenses, posing a challenge for the hotel industry.

    • Managed hotels segment showed flat top line (INR 55-56 crores) and EBITDA (INR 20 crores) in FY26 compared to FY25, despite adding keys.

    Key financials

    Single quarter

    04 metrics
    1. 01Revenue from Operations₹384 Cr+20.4%YoY
    2. 02EBITDA₹110 Cr
    3. 03PAT₹33 Cr
    4. 04EPS₹11.74

    Segment breakdown

    • Managed Hotels (FY26)₹20 Cr15.3%
    • ICONIQA Mumbai (Q4 FY26)₹7.3 Cr5.6%
    • Other Hotels (excluding ICONIQA) (FY26)₹103 Cr79.0%
    Donut· Share of EBITDA

    Capital allocation

    5
    high confidence
    CategoryHeadline
    Capex

    Capex disclosed

    Internal resources, with bank loans for larger capital investments if required.

    Debt

    Gross ₹91 crores

    Dividend

    ₹2.5/share (final)

    M&A

    Hampton by Hilton (partnership)

    joint venture · announced

    Liquidity

    Cash ₹100 crores

    The group has almost INR 100 crores of cash equivalents, which is considered sufficient for the company's growth plans.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetPriority
    Expansion
    Total Hotels
    345
    		High
    Expansion
    Total Keys
    22,000
    		High
    Expansion
    Hampton by Hilton Hotels
    125
    		High
    Expansion
    Hampton by Hilton Average Keys
    75
    		Medium
    Expansion
    Asset-light expansion mix (Management)
    70%
    		Medium
    Expansion
    Asset-light expansion mix (Franchise)
    20%
    		Medium
    Expansion
    Asset-light expansion mix (Flexi-lease)
    10%
    		Medium
    Profitability
    EBITDA from fee-based management income as % of total
    a third of our total
    		Medium

    FY27-28 Revenue and EBITDA Guidance

    After Q1 FY27
    CurrentManagement refrained from giving guidance due to geopolitical uncertainties.
    TargetSpecific numerical guidance for FY27-28.

    Why it matters

    Provides clarity on management's outlook and confidence amidst current market uncertainties, crucial for future valuation.

    However, after the first quarter, we'll be in a better position to give you a guidance, what we will be doing in '27-'28.

    How to verify

    guidance_and_targets

    Risks & concerns

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    RiskSeverity

    Geopolitical issues (West Asia crisis, war)

    War issues led to cancellations and hit business, impacting ADRs and occupancies, making it difficult to provide forward guidance. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Rising operating costs (labor, fuel)

    New labor code and fuel prices are increasing expenses, posing a challenge as costs cannot be fully passed on to customers. — Management acknowledged

    high

    Ind AS impact on reported PAT

    Notional costs due to Ind AS, particularly for ICONIQA Mumbai, are depressing reported PAT, making it appear lower than underlying operational profitability. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Construction delays for pipeline hotels

    External factors like owner constraints, increased construction costs (e.g., tiles from Morbi due to LPG crisis), and the war situation are delaying the opening of new properties. — Management acknowledged

    medium

    Q&A highlights

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    “keeping the geopolitical issues in place, how it is going, it has become very, very difficult for us to give any guidance. However, we are pledged to improve our performance.”

    Management explicitly declined to provide forward guidance due to external uncertainties, indicating potential volatility and lack of clear visibility.

    asked by Bharat Gianani

    2 min read6 chapters

    Detailed Narrative

    01

    Q4 & FY26 Performance Overview

    Royal Orchid Hotels reported a strong financial year for FY26, with revenue from operations increasing to INR 384 crores, a 20.37% rise from INR 319 crores in the previous year. The company achieved an EBITDA of INR 110 crores and a Profit After Tax (PAT) of INR 33 crores after accounting for exceptional item📎s, resulting in an Earning per share of 11.74 rupees. This performance reflects sustained demand across business and leisure travel, alongside increasing contributions from managed and revenue-share properties.

    02

    Strategic Growth & Asset-Light Model

    The company is focused on building a scalable and profitable hospitality enterprise, with its consolidated asset base now exceeding INR 1,041 crores. Royal Orchid Hotels aims to reach 345 hotels and 22,000 keys by 2030, leveraging an asset-light business model. The Board recommended a final dividend of INR 2.5 per equity share, underscoring confidence in the company's growth trajectory and commitment to shareholder value creation.

    03

    ICONIQA Mumbai Performance & Challenges

    ICONIQA Mumbai, a significant new addition, faced initial operational challenges and accounting impacts in its first year. The property recorded a Q4 FY26 occupancy of 62%, with January and February occupancies at 80% and 73% respectively, but experienced cancellations in March due to geopolitical issues. The company also took a hit of INR 7.5 crores in pre-operating expense write-offs and a notional INR 15-16 crores Ind AS impact on PAT, affecting reported profitability. However, current quarter (April/May) occupancy has improved to 81%.

    04

    Capital Allocation & Balance Sheet Strength

    Royal Orchid Hotels maintains a robust financial position with approximately INR 100 crores in cash equivalents at the group level. Total bank borrowings stand at around INR 91 crores, including INR 45 crores for ICONIQA Mumbai. Management indicated the company could become debt-free immediately but prioritizes strategic growth. Capex for new revenue-share hotels is modest, typically INR 5-10 crores, primarily funded through internal resources, with larger investments potentially supported by bank loans.

    05

    Expansion Pipeline & Hilton Partnership

    The company has a strong pipeline of 52 signed hotels, totaling 3,600 rooms, with several expected to open in the next 2-3 months. A significant development is the long-term 10-year strategic licensing agreement with Hilton for 125 Hampton by Hilton hotels across 6 Indian states. This franchise model will allow Royal Orchid Hotels to offer the Hampton brand as an option to hotel owners, contributing to its target of 22,000 keys by 2030, with the first signing anticipated in the current year.

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    Industry Headwinds & Cost Pressures

    Management highlighted ongoing industry headwinds🌐, including the impact of geopolitical issues (West Asia crisis) which led to business disruptions, challenged ADRs, and increased cancellations in Q4 FY26. Rising operating costs, particularly labor wages and fuel prices, are also a concern, as these costs are difficult to pass on entirely to customers. Additionally, construction delays for pipeline hotels are being experienced due to factors like increased material costs and owner-related constraints.

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