Agoda has released new insights into the accommodation preferences of Indian travellers in 2026, revealing that travellers are increasingly focusing on comfort, convenience and flexibility while planning holidays. The findings are based on the most-used search filters on Agoda’s platform this year.
According to the report, accommodation type emerged as the most important preference for Indian travellers, accounting for 26% of all search filter activity. This figure is significantly higher than the Asia-wide average of 19%, highlighting the importance Indian travellers place on selecting the right type of stay experience.
Breakfast-inclusive stays ranked as the second-most used search filter among Indian users at 14 %. Dinner-inclusive stays also featured among the top preferences, showing that food and dining convenience continue to influence accommodation decisions for travellers planning leisure trips.
Review scores remain another major deciding factor. Indian travellers frequently searched for properties with ratings of seven and above, reflecting growing demand for trusted and highly rated accommodation options. Amenities such as swimming pools and bathtubs also appeared among the top search filters, indicating rising preference for comfort-focused stays.
Flexibility in bookings is also becoming increasingly important for Indian travellers. Filters such as free cancellation and pay-at-hotel options featured prominently among top searches. Travellers are looking for refundable bookings and payment flexibility amid changing travel plans and rising uncertainty in global travel conditions.
Gaurav Malik said Indian travellers are becoming more intentional while selecting stays and are focusing on finding the right fit rather than simply booking available accommodation. The company added that its search tools help travellers personalise bookings according to amenities, location, ratings and travel preferences.