(TAN): Radisson Hotel Group signed 11 new hotels in India across brands between January and April this year, the hotel group said in a statement.
The new hotels are present across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ujjain, Raipur, Sonamarg, Manali, Kerala and Visakhapatnam.
The group also announced the debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection in India with the signing of the first hotel in Hyderabad while expanding its portfolio across other brands, including Radisson Blu, Radisson, Park Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Radisson Individuals Retreats, a brand extension of Radisson Individuals. These signings further solidify the Group’s leading position in South Asia, with 110 operating hotels in 64+ locations.
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The full list of signings between January and April 2023 includes:
Radisson Collection Hotel Hyderabad Financial District: The 300-room hotel is close to Hyderabad’s financial district, which houses business centers, IT Parks, and Special Economic Zones (SEZs). Expected to be operational by Q2, 2026 the hotel will feature 300 rooms and suites.
Radisson Blu Resort Hyderabad Chevella: Located in Chevella, the hotel enjoys proximity to key tourist attractions, including Charminar Fort, Nehru Zoological Park, and Salar Jung Museum amongst others. The 160-room hotel is expected to open by Q2 2026.
Radisson Hotel Sonamarg: Located in picturesque Sonamarg, the hotel is surrounded by 360-degree scenic views of the Himalayan mountains.
Radisson Hotel Sonipat: The hotel is strategically located between two industrial towns – Panipat and Sonipat. The 120-room hotel is expected to open in Q4 2024.
Radisson Hotel Ujjain: Situated in the pilgrim city of Ujjain, the hotel is located close to the famous temple of Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. The 150-room hotel is expected to be operational by Q1 2026.
Radisson Hotel Raipur: Strategically located in Chhattisgarh’s capital city, the hotel boasts excellent visibility along the main road connecting Raipur with New Raipur. The 130-room hotel is expected to open by Q4 2025.
Radisson Hotel Visakhapatnam: Strategically located in the Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone, the 120-room hotel is expected to open by Q2 2026.
Palchan Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals Retreats: Located in Manali, the hotel offers scenic views of the Beas River and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Major tourist attractions such as Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Gulaba Viewpoint, Jogini Waterfall, and Hidimba Devi Temple are located at a convenient 10-minute driving distance from the hotel. It is expected to open by Q3 2023.
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Radisson Hotel Group’s APAC Chief Development Officer Ramzy Fenianos said: “India is an important market from a global strategy standpoint and solidifying our footprint here is our long-term goal. Strong wins in 2022 established a robust path for growth this year. We are focused on doubling our footprint by 2025 and remain invested in identifying the right partners for signing and opening brand-defining hotels.”
Zubin Saxena, MD and area SVP, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, said: “2023 marks a significant milestone for us at Radisson Hotel Group as we have successfully completed our 25-year journey in the Indian market. To translate our ambitious five-year expansion plan, we have signed 11 new hotels since January and have a strong pipeline ahead for this year. Our focus remains on strengthening our brand structure while enabling quality hospitality for guests across India.”
