ibis, one of Accor’s fastest-growing and most trusted economy hospitality brands, has announced the appointment of Sachin Maheshwary as Cluster General Manager for ibis Mumbai. The move strengthens the brand’s leadership presence in one of its most dynamic and high-demand markets in India.

With more than two decades of experience across luxury, upscale, and economy segments, Sachin brings strong operational knowledge along with a people-first leadership approach. His journey in hospitality includes hotel pre-openings, large renovation projects, food and beverage innovation, and driving performance across varied market conditions. In his new role, he will lead the ibis portfolio in Mumbai, with a clear focus on improving daily operations, enhancing guest experiences, and building steady, long-term growth in the city.

Commenting on the appointment, Tejus Jose, Director of Operations, ibis and ibis Styles India, said, “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.”

Sachin has earlier held senior leadership roles with Accor and IHCL, where he led several hotel pre-openings, managed renovation projects, and developed award-winning food and beverage concepts. Most recently, he was the General Manager of Novotel Goa Resort and Spa and Novotel Goa Candolim. Alongside this, he also served as F&B Alchemist for Accor India and South Asia, working closely with teams across markets to encourage culinary innovation, strengthen brand storytelling, and create engaging dining experiences.

Speaking about his new role, Sachin Maheshwary, Cluster General Manager, ibis Mumbai, said, “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.”

This appointment highlights ibis’ continued focus on strengthening leadership to support its growth plans across India’s key urban markets. By reinforcing its leadership team in Mumbai, the brand aims to deepen guest engagement, build high-performing teams, and strengthen its position as a preferred choice for modern, value-driven hospitality in the city.