Robust Hotels Limited (Formerly known as Robust Hotels Private Limited) was incorporated in the year 2007, as a Private Limited Company. The Company is primarily engaged in the Hotel business and operates "Hyatt Regency Chennai", a five-star deluxe premium hotel situated in Chennai. The company transformed its corporate structure significantly in recent years, transitioning from a subsidiary company to an independent public entity.
In FY 2022-23, the Scheme of Arrangement, Demerger and Reduction of Capital between Asian Hotels (East) Limited (AHEL) and Robust Hotels Private Limited was made effective on 21st September 2022. Upon the effectiveness of the Scheme, the Securities Trading Unit assets and liabilities of AHEL were transferred to Robust Hotels Ltd. Thereafter, the Company became a Public Limited Company effective from 11th October 2022 and also ceased to be a subsidiary of AHEL effective 21 September 2022. 1,72,91,696 equity shares of Face Value Rs 10/- each were listed effective from 25th April 2023.
Robust Hotels Limited is an India-based company engaged in operating hotels. The Company primarily operates the Hyatt Regency Chennai, a modern business five-star hotel located approximately 15 kilometers (km) away from Chennai International Airport. The Hyatt Regency Chennai features approximately 325 luxury rooms and offers various amenities, such as a swimming pool, spa, business services, and others. In addition to 24-hour in-room dining service, it offers Indian fare and International cuisine at Spice Haat, fresh Italian dining at Focaccia, authentic flavors from China's Sichuan region at Stix, or a traditional Japanese dining experience at Yakiniku.
The hotel represents a premium hospitality destination in Chennai, catering to business travelers and leisure guests with its comprehensive range of facilities and strategic location. The property's proximity to Chennai International Airport makes it particularly attractive to corporate clients and international visitors.
The company has a market capitalization of ₹434 Crore with revenue of ₹136 Cr and profit of ₹16.5 Cr. Robust Hotels Ltd has an operating revenue of Rs. 134.51 Cr. on a trailing 12-month basis. An annual revenue growth of 19% is outstanding, a Pre-tax margin of 6% is okay, and ROE of 0% needs improvement. The company has a reasonable Debt-to-Equity ratio of 29%, which signals a healthy balance sheet.
For FY25, the company reported audited results with a net profit of Rs. 16.46 Cr (Rs 1646L) and Profit After Tax of Rs. 22.09 Cr (Rs 2209L), with a 73.81% occupancy rate and an Average Room Rate (ARR) of Rs 7,914. The company's operational metrics show strong performance with high occupancy rates and healthy average room rates, indicating effective management of its premium hospitality asset.
- Market Capitalization: ₹434 Crore (approx.)
- Operating Revenue (TTM): Rs 134.51 Crores
- Net Profit (FY25): Rs 16.46 Crores
- Annual Revenue Growth: 19%
- Pre-tax Margin: 6%
- ROE: 0% (Needs Improvement)
- Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 29%
- Average Room Rate (ARR) (FY25): Rs 7,914
- Occupancy Rate (FY25): 73.81%
Robust Hotels share price as on 02 May 2025 is Rs. 224.64. Over the past 6 months, the Robust Hotels share price has increased by 15.71%, and in the last one year, it has increased by 34.11%. The stock has shown strong performance with significant appreciation over both medium and long-term periods.
The Robust Hotels Ltd's 52-week high share price is Rs 294.45 and the 52-week low share price is Rs 155.10. The P/E ratio of Robust Hotels Ltd is 27.73 times as on 19-Jun-2025, which is a 19% discount to its peers' median range of 34.43 times.
The stock trades on both NSE (Symbol: RHL) and BSE (Code: 543901) with ISIN: INE508K01013.
The promoters of Robust Hotels Ltd are SARAF INDUSTRIES LIMITED and Mrs. Ratna Saraf. They collectively own 65.34% of the total equity. Promoter holding in Robust Hotels Ltd has gone up to 65.63% as of Mar 2025 from 65.63% as of Jun 2024. There is no promoter pledging in Robust Hotels Ltd.
The stable promoter holding and absence of pledging indicate strong promoter confidence in the company's prospects and provide comfort to minority shareholders.
The peers of Robust Hotels Ltd include Indian Hotels Co Ltd, EIH Ltd, Chalet Hotels Ltd, Schloss Bangalore Ltd, Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd, Juniper Hotels Ltd, and Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Ltd. The company operates in the premium hospitality segment, competing with established hotel chains and luxury hospitality providers.
Robust Hotels Limited has received a long-term rating upgrade to 'CRISIL BBB/Stable' with 'CRISIL A3+' assigned to short-term bank debt. The rating was upgraded from 'CRISIL BBB-/Stable' which was previously on 'Watch Developing'. These credit rating upgrades reflect improved financial health and a reduced credit risk profile of the company.
The company's focused business model of operating a single premium hotel property presents both opportunities and risks. While it allows for concentrated management attention and expertise development, it also creates dependency on a single location and property. The strategic location of Hyatt Regency Chennai and its established brand recognition provide competitive advantages in the Chennai hospitality market.
