Tourexpi
The Group also entered five new markets and will be
the first to open internationally branded hotels in Jawai (Rajasthan), Sagar
(Madhya Pradesh), Yavatmal (Maharashtra), Ooty (Tamil Nadu) and Calicut
(Kerala).
In a pioneering move, the Group signed Radisson Blu
Hotel, Nathdwara Stadium Rajasthan, featuring 234 luxurious rooms. This
innovative hotel is India's first Cricket Stadium Hotel, with 75% of its rooms
offering exclusive views of the main cricket field, providing an unparalleled
experience for sports and leisure enthusiasts.
There are two signings under its Radisson
brand - Radisson Sagar and Radisson Mohali as the
brand continues to be the fastest-growing upscale brand in the Group’s
portfolio both globally and in India. Additionally, as part of its strategic
growth in Southern India, the Group has signed Park Inn & Suites by
Radisson, Calicut.
Elie Younes, Executive Vice President and Global
Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group said “The rapid
expansion of our portfolio in South Asia reflects the trust of our partners,
the delivery of our systems and the relevance of our brands. India is one of
the key growth markets for us worldwide and we look forward to continuing our
growth journey with our existing and new partners.”
Radisson Individuals Retreats brand extension,
known for its experiential hospitality, has also expanded into Jawai and Ooty
with the signing of Aaramgarh Jawai Resort and Spa, a member of Radisson
Individuals Retreats and Nilgiris Ooty Resort, a member of Radisson
Individuals Retreats. Aaramgarh Jawai Resort and Spa offer wildlife experiences
in India’s only Leopard Sanctuary, while Nilgiris Ooty Resort provides
breathtaking views of the Nilgiris Mountains.
The signings also include three conversions under
the Radisson Individuals brand in Yavatmal, Udaipur and
Gwalior. Jasraj Place Yavatmal, a member of Radisson Individuals, will be
the first internationally branded and organized hotel in Yavatmal. Parallel
Hotel Udaipur, a member of Radisson Individuals will be a design-led hotel
in Udaipur where each guest room floor will feature a unique design
theme. Hotel Gwalior Regency, a member of Radisson Individuals will
be the brand’s third hotel in Gwalior, further cementing its presence with the
12th hotel in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Radisson Hotel Group continues to command a leading
presence in the Indian market and is one of the country’s largest international
hotel operators with over 180 hotels in operation and development. It continues
to be the largest hotel operator in a tier-1 market like Delhi NCR and at the
same time, more than 50% of its portfolio is in tier-2 and 3 markets. With
hotels dotted across 70+ locations in India, there is a Radisson Hotel Group
hotel in every 4 hours of drivable distance across the length and breadth of
the country operating under brands, including Radisson Collection, Radisson
Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Park Inn by Radisson, Park Plaza, Park Inn &
Suites by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson and Radisson
Individuals and its extension Radisson Individuals Retreats.
Image
Credit: © Radisson Hotel Group
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