IHG Partners with Ananya Group to Open Holiday Inn in Puri, Expanding Hospitality Offerings in India

IHG Partners with Ananya Group to Open Holiday Inn in Puri, Expanding Hospitality Offerings in India

The 100-key hotel will be a located at a picturesque sea-facing location in Puri, bringing world-class hospitality to the city

(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Ananya Group to open a Holiday Inn in Puri, India, slated to open in late 2028. The hotel will feature the brand’s innovative Open Lobby concept and will cater to both leisure and business travelers, with three versatile meeting spaces and a grand ballroom. Puri, known for its spiritual significance and beautiful landscapes, has seen a rise in tourist arrivals, making it an ideal location for this new addition. IHG continues to expand in India, with 46 operational hotels and 58 more in the pipeline.

(PRESS RELEASE) Puri, India, 2025-Jan-14 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG® Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in the hospitality industry, has signed a management agreement with Ananya Group (Prabhukrupa Estates & Properties) to introduce a new Holiday Inn hotel in the vibrant city of Puri. Scheduled to open in late 2028, the 100-key property will be strategically located with stunning sea views along the Bay of Bengal, offering both leisure and business travelers world-class amenities and service.

With over 1200 hotels globally, the Holiday Inn brand has earned its reputation for creating exceptional experiences for guests. This new hotel will feature the brand’s innovative Open Lobby concept, transforming the traditional hotel lobby into a multifunctional space for work, dining, and relaxation, meeting the evolving needs of modern travelers.

Puri, a prominent spiritual and beach destination, is famous for its iconic Jagannath Temple, drawing millions of tourists annually. In addition to its spiritual significance, the city boasts natural and cultural landmarks, such as Chilika Lake and the Sun Temple at Konark. The new Holiday Inn Puri will cater to the growing demand for both leisure and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) travel, with three flexible meeting rooms, including a grand ballroom ideal for social and corporate events. Excellent road and air connectivity further positions the hotel as an ideal base for tourists exploring the city’s rich heritage and natural beauty.

Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, commented, “We’re excited to partner with Ananya Group to bring the Holiday Inn brand to Puri, a city that has seen a significant increase in tourist arrivals in recent years. The hotel will serve as a key destination for both spiritual and leisure travelers, as well as offering year-round MICE opportunities. We look forward to offering world-class hospitality in a city with deep cultural and religious significance.”

Madhusudan Singhari, Director of Ananya Group (Prabhukrupa Estates & Properties), also shared his enthusiasm, saying, “Partnering with IHG to bring Holiday Inn to Puri is a milestone for us. By leveraging our local expertise with IHG’s global hospitality standards, we aim to create a landmark destination that caters to both domestic and international visitors, setting new standards for hospitality in the city.”

IHG currently operates 46 hotels across five brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco™ Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort®, and Holiday Inn Express®, and has an exciting pipeline of 58 hotels slated to open within the next 3-5 years.

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Media Contacts:

Ankita Chopra
Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs, IMEA
IHG Hotels & Resorts
ankita.chopra@ihg.com
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Reem Youssef
Executive, Corporate Affairs, IMEA
IHG Hotels & Resorts
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Source: IHG

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