MALAYSIA | H World Hotels has strengthened its Southeast Asia presence with new openings in Kuala Lumpur and Phnom Penh.
H World Group Limited has announced the signing of three new JI Hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The milestone marks H World's debut in Malaysia and further expands JI Hotel's footprint in Southeast Asia, underscoring its commitment to building a diversified, asset-light portfolio across the region.
"This is an exciting step in our Asia Pacific strategy," said Murphy Zhu, President of H World Asia Pacific.
"By introducing JI Hotel to Malaysia and deepening our presence in Cambodia, we are extending the international reach of one of our flagship brands. Beyond introducing a highly recognised Chinese brand, we are also bringing the strength of H World's supply chain, development expertise, and digital capabilities to our partners across Southeast Asia."
The new JI Hotel in Kuala Lumpur's city centre, expected to open in Q4 2026, marks H World's first hotel in Malaysia.
Zhu said H World was thrilled to introduce its flagship JI Hotel to Malaysia, as the hospitality leader is expanding its presence in Southeast Asian countries including Singapore, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand.
"Beyond introducing a highly recognised Chinese hotel brand to international markets, we are also bringing the strength of H World's supply chain, development expertise, and cost efficiency to our partners," said Murphy Zhu.
The announcement coincided with the sixth anniversary of the JI Hotel Orchard Road, Singapore, the brand's first overseas property. Since opening, the hotel has demonstrated consistent success, underpinned by H World's mature operational capabilities and its ability to adapt to international markets.
"Looking ahead, H World will continue to scale its presence in Asia Pacific with a standardised yet locally adapted model," added Zhu.
"Step by step, we are creating long-term value for both travellers and investors. We are committed to enhancing the global influence and service competitiveness of Chinese hotel brands, and establishing an outstanding benchmark from the East within the international hospitality landscape."
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