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The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts Expands Its Footprint in Rajasthan with the Signing of The Leela Jaisalmer, a Luxury Desert Resort and Spa

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, India's only pure play luxury hotel brand, today announced the signing of a management agreement with The Godwin Group for The Leela Jaisalmer, marking its foray into Rajasthan's fabled desert capital, the Golden City. Spread across 30 acres of desert landscape, this 80-room luxury Desert Resort and Spa is slated to open in 2026, further expanding The Leela's footprint across India's most captivating leisure and cultural destinations. The signing marks a significant milestone in The Leela's strategic growth journey reflecting its commitment to expanding through a balanced portfolio of owned and managed assets, while maintaining its hallmark of luxury and service excellence.

The Leela
Jaisalmer, India
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Gaurav Sharma has been appointed as Head of Hotels & Hospitality Group for India and Senior Director Hotel Capital Markets, Asia at JLL

JLL, India's leading real estate professional services firm, today announced the appointment of Gaurav Sharma as Head of Hotels & Hospitality Group for India and Senior Director Hotel Capital Markets, Asia. In this strategic role, Gaurav will lead the company's hospitality practice across the Indian market, leveraging his extensive experience to capitalize on emerging opportunities in India's rapidly evolving hotel and hospitality sector.

JLL
Mumbai, India
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IHG Hotels & Resorts drives further growth in Eastern India with signing of Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with DC Constructions, the construction vertical of Urban Oasis Hospitality, for the development of Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport. The 100-key greenfield hotel is scheduled to open in 2028, further strengthening IHG's presence in Eastern India and expanding the reach of the brand across key travel corridors.

Holiday Inn Express
Bagdogra, India
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THV signs Mercure Siliguri under its Master Franchise arrangement with Accor and InterGlobe

Treebo Hospitality Ventures (THV) has announced the signing of a new Mercure hotel in Siliguri, West Bengal, under its master franchise arrangement with Accor and InterGlobe. This landmark signing brings Accor's globally acclaimed midscale brand Mercure to one of East India's most prominent business and transit hubs — catering to corporate travellers and leisure tourists exploring North Bengal, Sikkim, and the Northeast.

Mercure
Siliguri, India
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HVS ANAROCK Northeast India: A Hidden Gem for Tourism Potential

Northeast India represents one of the country’s most compelling frontiers for tourism development. Despite its exceptional natural beauty, cultural diversity, and strategic location, the region remains underrepresented in India’s tourism narrative. In 2024, it accounted for just 0.43% of domestic and 1.17% of foreign tourist visits, underscoring its vast untapped potential.

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Hilton Strengthens South India Portfolio with the Signing of Hilton Chennai Egmore

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of Hilton Chennai Egmore, further strengthening its presence in Tamil Nadu and advancing its growth strategy in South India. Developed in partnership with MKR Estate Developers Private Limited, part of the MGM Healthcare Group, the hotel is expected to open in January 2029. This will expand the presence of Hilton's flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, in the city, joining Hilton Chennai.

Hilton
Chennai, India
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Hyatt Announces Plans for Hyatt Place Kolhapur Sangli, Strengthening Brand’s Expansion in India

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Shah Lagoo Properties LLP for Hyatt Place Kolhapur Sangli, reinforcing Hyatt's strategy to further expand its brands in India and high-growth corridors. The hotel will be a part of SL Highstreet, a prominent mixed-use development, featuring premium office spaces and upscale retail.

Hyatt Place
Shiroli, India
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lebua Announces Landmark Opening in Udaipur, India

lebua, the international Thai luxury brand celebrated for its iconic properties in Bangkok and beyond, is proud to announce its comeback in India with the opening of a boutique luxury hotel in the heart of Udaipur — one of the country's most captivating and culturally rich destinations. This marks a defining milestone for lebua as it once again brings the brand's legacy of impeccable service in curating sophisticated stays to India's growing luxury landscape.

Iebua Hotels and Resorts
Udaipur, India