The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of its third hotel in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. According to a company statement, this brownfield project will bear the IHCL SeleQtions branding.
Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IHCL, mentioned that this signing is in line with IHCL’s strategy to establish a significant presence in spiritual destinations.
“Ayodhya’s remarkable transformation to a world-class pilgrimage destination, marked by the inauguration of the Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir, is poised to draw an influx of tourists from around the world,” he said.
“This new hotel addition reflects our commitment to developing cultural circuits and itineraries, harnessing their tourism potential. IHCL will now offer three distinct brands in Ayodhya of about 400 rooms and we are delighted to collaborate with KM Vyapar Ltd for this SeleQtions hotel,” he added.
The company said that the 150-key hotel, spanning 1.3 acres, is conveniently located within a short driving distance from the upcoming Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport and well-known tourist attractions.
IHCL announced that it will offer various dining choices, including an all-day diner, along with additional recreational amenities such as a spa, swimming pool, and fitness center.
The hotel will also offer over 10,000 square feet of banqueting space for social gatherings and corporate events.
Aditya Jhunjhunwala, the promoter of KM Vyapar Ltd, expressed his delight in collaborating with IHCL for the hotel.
“We are confident that the company, with its successful track record of pioneering new destinations, will contribute to the growth and enhancement of Ayodhya’s hospitality landscape,” he added.
With this addition, IHCL will now have three hotels representing the SeleQtions, Vivanta, and Ginger brands in Ayodhya.
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