Raffles Udaipur Appoints Manish Yadav as Director of Sales and Marketing

Luxury hospitality destination Raffles Udaipur has announced the appointment of Manish Yadav as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. Bringing over 22 years of extensive experience in luxury hospitality, Manish steps into the role with a strong background in sales strategy, revenue growth, destination marketing, and business development across global hotel brands.

The appointment marks another strategic step for Raffles Udaipur as the ultra-luxury resort continues to strengthen its leadership team and expand its presence in India’s premium hospitality landscape.

A Seasoned Hospitality Leader Joins Raffles Udaipur

In his new position, Manish Yadav will oversee the resort’s overall sales and marketing operations, with a strong focus on driving growth across corporate, MICE, weddings, and leisure travel segments. His role will also involve enhancing the resort’s brand positioning and building strategic partnerships that support long-term business success.

Over the course of his career, Manish has held senior leadership positions with globally recognised hospitality brands including Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Accor, Hilton Worldwide, Marriott International, and Oberoi Hotels & Resorts.

Known for his practical leadership style and result-oriented approach, he has successfully worked across both luxury and lifestyle hospitality segments in domestic and international markets.

Leadership Speaks on the Appointment

Welcoming Manish to the team, Gurnoor Bindra, General Manager of Raffles Udaipur, shared his thoughts on the appointment:

“We are pleased to welcome Manish to Raffles Udaipur. He brings strong experience and a clear approach to his work. We are confident he will support our team and help us continue to grow while offering a high standard of service to our guests.”

Expressing his excitement about the new role, Manish Yadav said:

“I am delighted to begin this new journey with Raffles Udaipur. I look forward to using my experience to grow revenue and strengthen our market position while building strong partnerships that support the hotel’s long-term success.”

Strong Expertise Across Revenue and Destination Marketing

Throughout his career, Manish Yadav has built a strong reputation for driving revenue growth across key hospitality segments, including corporate business, MICE, weddings, and associations. His expertise extends to destination marketing initiatives, tourism collaborations, direct business generation, and improving pricing and distribution strategies.

He has also demonstrated strong leadership in building high-performing teams, improving occupancy rates, ADR, and RevPAR, while maintaining long-term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.

With his appointment, Raffles Udaipur aims to further strengthen its market position as one of India’s leading luxury hospitality destinations.

About Raffles Udaipur

Nestled amidst the serene waters of Udai Sagar Lake and surrounded by the majestic Aravalli Hills, Raffles Udaipur is celebrated for blending royal heritage with modern luxury.

The resort features 137 elegantly designed rooms and suites, including 101 accommodations located on its private island and 36 newly introduced lakeshore rooms offering breathtaking lake views.

Guests begin their experience at the newly launched Raffles Lakeshore Udaipur before taking a scenic boat ride across the lake to the island resort. From open-air yoga and guided meditation sessions to bespoke wellness experiences at the Raffles Spa, every element of the property is designed to offer tranquility and immersive luxury.

The resort is also home to rich biodiversity, with lush landscapes attracting migratory birds, butterflies, and native flora throughout the year. Guests can enjoy curated culinary experiences across ten restaurants and bars, alongside six event venues ideal for celebrations, weddings, and intimate gatherings.

Signature experiences such as the legendary Raffles Butler service, lakeside infinity pools, private cabanas, wellness therapies, and nature-inspired spaces further elevate the guest experience.

About Raffles

Founded in Singapore in 1887, Raffles has established itself as one of the world’s most iconic luxury hospitality brands. Known for timeless elegance, exceptional service, and culturally rich experiences, Raffles properties can be found in renowned destinations including Paris, London, Boston, Doha, Bali, Istanbul, Singapore, and Udaipur.

The brand continues to expand globally with upcoming flagship openings in Jaipur, Singapore Sentosa, and Saudi Arabia. Raffles is part of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups operating more than 5,500 properties across over 110 countries.