HotelFirst was founded with a clear purpose: to bridge the gap between hotel ownership and operational excellence through intelligent, independent advisory.

Our story began with the vision of Akshay, whose career has been defined by a deep understanding of the hospitality ecosystem, not just from boardrooms and balance sheets, but from the ground up. Having worked closely with hotel owners, developers, and global brands across India, he observed a recurring challenge: the lack of a truly owner-aligned consulting partner who could blend strategic insight with operational depth.

Drawing from this experience, HotelFirst was established as a boutique advisory firm built on three core principles: clarity in decision making, discipline in execution, and integrity in representation. From brand selection and asset management to audits, turnarounds, and feasibility studies, our journey has always been about helping owners make smarter, faster, and more confident choices.

Today, HotelFirst operates with a selective mandate philosophy, working with a limited number of clients at any given time to ensure each engagement receives the focus, senior leadership, and custom strategy it deserves. We don’t just advise from the sidelines. We represent, realign, and re calibrate, always with the owner’s lens in mind.

What began as a founder led initiative has grown into a trusted practice known for its intelligence, discretion, and results. And while the markets we serve may evolve, our role remains constant: to protect and enhance the value of every asset we’re entrusted with.