Fortune Hotels, a member of the ITC Hotels Group, has announced the appointment of Sharath Rajan as the General Manager of Fortune Airport Road, Kochi. With over 18 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Sharath steps into the role with a strong track record in operational leadership, guest experience management, and service excellence.
In his new position, Sharath will be responsible for driving the hotel’s overall performance, overseeing guest service standards, team leadership, quality assurance, revenue optimisation, and brand positioning. The hotel, strategically located just 6 km from Cochin International Airport, features 72 guestrooms and suites, multiple dining options, banquet and meeting facilities, and wellness amenities including a fitness centre, spa, and swimming pool—catering to both business and leisure travellers.
Sharath’s professional journey spans leadership roles across globally recognised hospitality brands, including Accor, Hyatt Regency, Crowne Plaza (IHG), Hilton, and Marriott, with work experience both in India and abroad. He most recently served as Director of Rooms at Hyatt Regency Chennai, and has earlier held key operational roles at Hyatt Regency Kochi Malayattoor, Hilton Chennai, and in several iconic properties in the United Kingdom such as DoubleTree by Hilton London – Docklands Riverside, Hilton London Angel Islington, and Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel. His expertise spans room division operations, guest engagement strategy, hotel openings, and large-scale event hospitality, including his tenure as Front Office Manager during the Global Sports Events 2022 in Doha, Qatar (Accor).
Speaking about his new role, Sharath Rajan said,
“I am delighted to join Fortune Airport Road Kochi and be part of the ITC Hotels Group’s legacy of responsible luxury and warm Indian hospitality. Kochi is a dynamic and growing travel hub, and I look forward to working with the team to deliver elevated guest experiences, strengthen market presence, and create a hotel environment that guests will want to return to.”
Sharath’s appointment is expected to bring renewed energy and strategic direction to Fortune Airport Road, Kochi, as the hotel continues to enhance its positioning in Kerala’s competitive hospitality landscape.
