GRT Hotels & Resorts appoints Puneet Dutta as COO

GRT Hotels & Resorts, a leading boutique hospitality brand in India, has announced the appointment of Puneet Dutta as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With 22 hotels and resorts under its umbrella, this strategic move aligns with the brand's ambitious plans to expand both domestically and internationally.

Puneet Dutta, COO of GRT Hotels & Resorts said “I am thrilled to join GRT Hotels & Resorts at this exciting time of growth. The brand has been at the forefront of promoting sustainable luxury and wellness in India, paving the way for other hospitality brands to follow. The brand’s dedication to excellence, innovation, guests and the environment is truly inspiring. I look forward to collaborating with the brilliant team to achieve our strategic objectives and deliver ‘brand GRT’ and our ‘promise of more’ on a global scale.”

Dutta brings over 20 years of extensive experience in the hospitality sector, with expertise in operational excellence, hotel pre-openings, and property turnaround strategies. Renowned for his ability to lead in diverse, cross-cultural environments, he is skilled in crafting innovative strategies to drive growth and optimise performance.

In his new role, Dutta will oversee operations across all GRT properties, ensuring efficiency and consistency while driving the group’s expansion into key markets. His leadership aims to enhance the guest experience and strengthen the brand’s presence in the competitive hospitality landscape.

Vikram Cotah, CEO of GRT Hotels & Resorts, commented, “We are excited to welcome Puneet to the GRT Hotels’ executive team. His proven leadership and industry expertise, coupled with a strong track record in both national and international operations, will be invaluable as we drive growth and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Puneet’s deep understanding of diverse markets will be instrumental in expanding our global footprint.”