ibis India Appoints Sachin Maheshwary as Cluster General Manager

Mumbai, 13^thFebruary, 2026- ibis, one of Accor’s most trusted and fastest-growing economy hospitality brands, has announced the appointment ofSachin Maheshwary as Cluster General Manager for ibis Mumbai. This appointment further strengthens the brand’s leadership team in one of its most important and high-impact markets in India.

With over two decades of experience across luxury, upscale, and economy hospitality, Sachin brings a rare blend of operational depth, people leadership, and brand-building expertise. His career spans hotel pre-openings, large-scale renovations, food and beverage innovation, and driving performance across diverse market conditions. In his new role, he will oversee the ibis portfolio in Mumbai, with a clear focus on strengthening day-to-day operations, elevating guest experiences, and building sustainable, long-term growth for the brand in the city.

“Sachin is a leader who understands hotels from the inside out. He has a strong feel for operations, a genuine connection with people, and a sharp sense of how brands need to evolve to stay relevant. Mumbai is a very demanding market, and ibis has a significant opportunity here. We believe Sachin’s experience, energy, and collaborative leadership style will help our hotels raise the bar on performance, guest satisfaction, and consistency across the portfolio.”

Tejus Jose, Director of Operations, ibis and ibis Styles India,

Sachin has held senior leadership roles with both Accor and IHCL, where he led multiple hotel pre-openings, managed complex renovation projects, and built award-winning food and beverage concepts. Most recently, he served as General Manager of Novotel Goa Resort and Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim, while also taking on the role of F&B Alchemist for Accor India and South Asia. In this regional role, he worked closely with teams across markets to drive culinary innovation, strengthen brand storytelling, and create more engaging guest experiences.

“Mumbai is a city that never slows down, and that energy reflects in the expectations of our guests. I am excited to take on this responsibility with ibis in a market that is both challenging and full of opportunity. ibis has built a strong reputation for offering smart, dependable hospitality at great value, and I look forward to working with the teams on the ground to make our hotels even more relevant to today’s travellers. My focus will be on building strong teams, sharpening operational excellence, and creating guest experiences that feel warm, efficient, and genuinely welcoming.”

Sachin Maheshwary, Cluster General Manager, ibis Mumbai,

This appointment reflects ibis’ continued focus on investing in strong leadership to support its growth ambitions and operational excellence across India’s key urban markets. By strengthening its leadership bench in Mumbai, ibis aims to deepen its connection with guests, build high-performing teams, and further reinforce its position as a preferred choice for value-driven, modern hospitality in the city.