PR Newswire·Feb 11, 2026, 4:15 AM ET

H World Group Launches New Hanting Inn Brand, Advancing Hanting Hotel's Vision of Hospitality as Everyday Travel Infrastructure

H World Group Limited announced the launch of Hanting Inn, a new economy hotel brand designed for scalable, asset-light growth.
Hanting Inn features lower investment thresholds, simplified construction standards, and flexible location options to target lower-tier cities & price-sensitive markets.
The brand operates on four principles: Light, Fast, Efficient, & Profitable, utilizing modular renovation standards to reduce investment intensity & shorten lead times.
Hanting Inn includes flexible room configurations, such as multi-occupancy family rooms, to enhance space utilization & revenue efficiency.
The brand leverages H World Group's centralized supply chain, digital platforms, & a loyalty ecosystem of over 300 million members for efficient scaling.
As of September 30, 2025, the existing Hanting brand operated 4,531 hotels, providing a foundation for the new brand's rollout.
H World Group is headquartered in China & manages a portfolio including Steigenberger Icons, MAXX, JI Hotel, & Crystal Orange Hotel.