IHG signs Holiday Inn Resort in Lonavala
100-key property to open in 2027
The deal strengthens IHG’s presence in the essentials category and highlights its continued expansion across India’s fast-growing leisure destinations
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a deal with Emproy Hospitality for Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala, a 100-room getaway amid Lonavala's evergreen hills.
The deal strengthens IHG’s presence in the essentials category and highlights its continued expansion across India’s fast-growing leisure destinations
IHG Hotels & Resorts, a leading hospitality company, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Emproy Hospitality, for the development of Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala.
In a press statement, IHG Hotels Group says that planned to open in 2027, the deal strengthens IHG’s presence in the essentials category and highlights its continued expansion across India’s fast-growing leisure destinations.
It adds that nestled in the lush, year-round greenery of Lonavala, the new Holiday Inn Resort will offer travellers a scenic getaway. Its prime location on the NH-48 Expressway ensures excellent visibility and access, positioning it as the corridors next premier destination. Embodying the ethos of the trusted Holiday Inn brand, beloved for its consistent comfort and visitor focussed innovation, Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala will feature 100 well-appointed rooms, three distinct dining options, and recreational facilities including a swimming pool, spa, and fitness centre.
According to the statement IHG Hotels Group currently has 51 hotels operating across six brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza, voco Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort and Holiday Inn Express, and a strong pipeline of 72 hotels due to open in the next 3-5 years.
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“Lonavala has earned its status as one of West India’s most sought after leisure destinations, and we are thrilled to expand our presence here with Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala. This signing underscores our commitment to expanding IHG’s presence in key leisure destinations, offering travellers globally recognised brands and memorable experiences,” says Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts.
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“We are thrilled to be growing our portfolio in India alongside IHG Hotels & Resorts. We are confident that Holiday Inn Resort Lonavala will be a preferred choice for guests seeking nature’s escape. By leveraging IHG’s global expertise and operational excellence, we are poised to set a new benchmark for hospitality in Lonavala,” says Rajeev Jain, Managing Partner, Emproy Hospitality.
