IHG Opens Two New Holiday Inn Express Hotels in Chennai and New Delhi, India

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies today announced the opening of two Holiday Inn Express® Hotels in India; Holiday Inn Express®Chennai - Old Mahabalipuram Road and Holiday Inn Express® New Delhi - International Airport Terminal 3.

New Delhi, India -- InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies today announced the opening of two Holiday Inn Express® Hotels in India; Holiday Inn Express®Chennai - Old Mahabalipuram Road and Holiday Inn Express® New Delhi - International Airport Terminal 3.

Conveniently located on Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), the 136-room Holiday Inn Express Chennai Old Mahabalipuram Road is a perfect destination for business and leisure travellers visiting Chennai. The hotel offers great access to the district's commercial centre that is the hub of automobile plants, IT technological parks and dedicated Special Economic Zones (SEZ). It is also nearby major tourist attractions like ECR Beach, VGP Universal Kingdom Amusement Park and the shopping district.

Additionally, strengthening the brand's presence in north India, IHG has announced the first Holiday Inn Express hotel in New Delhi - Holiday Inn Express New Delhi - International Airport Terminal 3. The 93-room hotel is the first to open in the airport which is easily accessible by both the international and domestic terminals. Offering guests a comfortable and affordable night's stay, the hotel is perfect place for guests wanting to rest and re-charge.

Shantha de Silva, Head of South West Asia, IHG, said: "Holiday Inn Express is really gaining momentum in India as we continue to expand our brand portfolio across the country. The brand offers guests everything they need and nothing they don't while being situated in easily accessible locations. We're excited to be opening the doors of these two hotels and we're confident they will be the number one choice for smart travellers visiting New Delhi and Chennai."

True to the promise of the Holiday Inn Express brand, which guarantees guests comfort and convenience, both hotels offer the following amenities:

  • Free and fast Wi-Fi available in guest rooms and throughout the hotel so they stay connected all day, every day
  • Free Express Start™ Breakfast or a Grab & Go option for a smart start to the day
  • A comfortable and restful sleep with high quality bedding and a choice of firm or soft pillows
  • Self-service business centre and laundry room for everyday needs of the guests
  • 24-hour access to the fitness centre
    for guests to indulge in fitness regime any time

IHG has 26 hotels open across four brands in India including: InterContinental®, Crowne Plaza®, Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express with 42 hotels in the development pipeline. There are currently three Holiday Inn Express hotels open across India with a further 18 in the development pipeline*.

* Figures as at 31st December 2015

About IHG®

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With a family of 17 hotel brands and IHG Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,000 open hotels in more than 100 countries, and a further 1,800 in the development pipeline.

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated and registered in England and Wales. Approximately 350,000 people work across IHG's hotels and corporate offices globally.

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IHG Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company, with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good. With a family of 19 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programmes, IHG has over 6,000 open hotels in over 100 countries, and more than 1,900 in the development pipeline.

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