DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Panaji Appoints Jitin Kapoor as General Manager

National 24’ November, 2025: DoubleTree by Hilton Goa Panaji is pleased to announce the appointment of Jitin Kapoor as its new General Manager. With over 23 years of extensive hospitality experience across leading hotel brands in India, Jitin brings strong operational expertise, strategic leadership, and deep passion for guest experience to his new role.

In his role preceding DoubleTree by Hilton Goa Panaji, Jitin served as Hotel Manager at Fairfield by Marriott Belagavi where he significantly enhanced operational performance, boosted guest experience, and elevated team culture. His career also includes senior leadership roles at The St. Regis Goa Resort, The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts, the Taj Group of hotels, the Radisson Hotel Group, and restaurant operations in Scotland. Across these positions, he gained extensive experience in luxury hospitality, brand transitions, and service excellence.

A seasoned hotelier, Jitin brings extensive experience across Food & Beverage, Rooms Division and Pre‑opening hotels, equipping him with a holistic understanding of hotel operations. His strong commercial expertise and steadfast dedication to quality position him to drive sustained growth and further enhance the DoubleTree by Hilton guest experience.

Holding a Diploma in Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management, Lucknow, and an Executive MBA from the National Institute of Business Management, Jitin combines academic rigor with practical expertise. Multilingual and deeply team-oriented, he embodies values that align closely with Hilton’s service culture.

“I am truly honored to take on the role of General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Goa Panaji. The property has a strong legacy of warm hospitality, and I am excited to work with the exceptional team here to deliver memorable experiences, drive operational excellence, and continue strengthening our market presence.”

Jitin Kapoor

Known for his empathetic leadership style, collaborative approach, and sharp operational insight, Jitin remains committed to creating meaningful experiences for guests, team members, and stakeholders alike.