Ginger Achieves a Milestone of 100 Operating Hotels
First brand in India to have 100 hotels in operation
IHCL's Ginger brand hits 100 operating hotels in India, with a total portfolio of 250 including 95 under development and upcoming openings at major airports in Bengaluru, Goa, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced that Ginger, its lean luxe brand in the mid-scale segment achieved a milestone of 100 operating hotels in India.
Reaching the milestone of 100 operating Ginger hotels is a significant moment in the brand’s journey, towards achieving its Accelerate 2030 goals. As India’s economy continues to grow and infrastructure expands, the mid-scale hospitality segment is witnessing strong demand across established and emerging markets. Having pioneered this category in India, Ginger has evolved into a lean luxe offering that is aligned with the expectations of today’s travellers.
Ms. Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President -Select Service Business, IHCL
Ginger has a portfolio of 250 hotels with 95 under development and 55 under brand migration (to be rebranded by 31st March 2027).
With its scalable model, high-margin profile and ability to penetrate markets wide and deep, Ginger continues to serve as a key growth engine for IHCL, expanding through a combination of operating leases, selective investments and strategic partnerships across India.
Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President - Real Estate & Development, IHCL
Reinforcing its presence at high-transit travel hubs, Ginger will soon open a 325 keys hotel at Bengaluru International Airport, 300 keys at Manohar International Airport, Goa, over 200 keys at Mumbai Terminal 2 and 200 keys at Kolkata Airport among others.
Ginger, a compelling proposition for today’s aspirational and on-the-go traveller is designed for guests seeking comfort, convenience and vibrant social experiences. Ginger blends contemporary design, efficient spaces and an unconventional service ethos under its brand promise of Simply Better. Complementing the experience is Qmin, Ginger's all-day diner, which serves comfort food and doubles up as a convenient workspace.
About The Indian Hotels Company Limited
The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World's Strongest Hotel Brand 2024 and India's Strongest Brand 2024 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.
Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 360 hotels including 123 under development globally across 4 continents, 13 countries and in over 150+ locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India's largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.
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