Radisson signs first Radisson Collection hotel in Maharashtra

350-key luxury hotel near Navi Mumbai Airport

Hospitality major Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of a 350-key Radisson Collection Hotel near Navi Mumbai International Airport, marking the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand in Maharashtra.

With a vision to expand its portfolio across India’s high-potential destinations, Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of Radisson Collection Hotel Navi Mumbai International Airport, marking the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand Radisson Collection in Maharashtra. This milestone highlights the Group’s strategic focus on strengthening its presence within the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), one of India’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving hospitality markets.

In a press statement Hotel Group says that located in Panvel near the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), the Radisson Collection Hotel will stand in one of India’s most ambitious infrastructure corridors. According to the statement, the new airport is set to transform air travel in Western India, easing congestion at Mumbai’s existing hub while fuelling new business, residential, and lifestyle developments across the region.

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Radisson adds that the brand is set to open by early 2030, it will offer 350 rooms and suites, curated dining experiences, a world-class spa, and rooftop bars with panoramic views. Designed to host everything from corporate events to luxury weddings, it will embody the Radisson Collection’s signature blend of sophistication, authentic hospitality, and contemporary design that mirrors Mumbai’s cosmopolitan energy, it says.

“We are proud to introduce the Radisson Collection brand to Maharashtra with this signing in Navi Mumbai, one of India’s fastest-developing business and lifestyle destinations. As the region gears up to welcome the new international airport, we anticipate significant growth in both transit and corporate travel. This property will not only cater to the rising demand for premium accommodation but also redefine luxury hospitality in the city with its design, experiences, and service philosophy. This milestone reinforces our commitment to expanding in strategic markets that align with India’s evolving travel landscape,” says Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.

According to the statement, the upcoming hotel strengthens RHG’s association with Hill Crest Hotels and Resorts, building on their earlier partnership, Radisson Blu Plaza Resort & Convention Centre, Karjat.

“We are delighted to partner with Radisson Hotel Group to bring the Radisson Collection brand to Navi Mumbai. This collaboration represents our shared vision to create a destination that captures the city’s modern spirit while offering an unparalleled hospitality experience. We are confident this hotel will set new benchmarks for luxury in the region,” said Debasish Chakraborty, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), Hill Crest Hotels and Resorts.

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The statement adds that this signing marks a pivotal step in Radisson Hotel Group’s journey to strengthen its luxury and lifestyle portfolio in India. With flagship projects across key metropolitan and emerging hubs, the Group continues to cater to the growing demand for differentiated luxury experiences that blend global sophistication with local character. The Navi Mumbai signing reinforces RHG’s long-term commitment to developing landmark hotels that define the next chapter of India’s premium hospitality landscape.

“This signing is an important step in strengthening our luxury portfolio in Western India and reinforcing our strategic focus to add large hotels at key locations such as Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Navi Mumbai’s growing connectivity and infrastructure make it an ideal location for a flagship Radisson Collection property. The project embodies our vision to collaborate with valued partners in developing landmark hotels that reflect local character while maintaining the brand’s global standards of excellence,” says Davashish Srivastava, Chief Development Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.

Radisson Hotel Group says it continues to command a leading presence in the Indian market and is one of the country’s largest international hotel operators with over 200 hotels in operation and development. It continues to be the largest hotel operator in a Tier-I market like Delhi NCR, while over 50 pc of its portfolio is in Tier-II and Tier-III markets. The company says it has successfully introduced various brands to the growing Indian market, including Radisson Collection, Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Park Inn by Radisson, Park Plaza, and Radisson Individuals and its extension Radisson Individuals Retreats.