IHG Hotels Steps into Surat, Boosting India Expansion

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Yashvi Greenco LLP to launch Holiday Inn Express Surat Gauravpath. Slated to open in 2029, the property will mark IHG’s debut in Surat, strengthening its strategic expansion across India’s high-growth commercial hubs.

The 110-key hotel will be part of a mixed-use development along the rapidly developing Gauravpath corridor, catering to the city’s rising corporate, SME, and transit-driven demand.

Commenting on the announcement, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are pleased to accelerate the growth of our Holiday Inn Express brand in India with the signing of Holiday Inn Express Surat Gauravpath. India remains a key strategic growth market for IHG, and we have ambitious plans to further strengthen our presence across high-growth secondary and emerging commercial cities. Surat continues to benefit from strong industrial activity and progressive infrastructure development, making it an attractive destination for branded hospitality. Bringing our globally loved mainstream brand to the city aligns with our strategy to expand in markets with sustained business and transit demand. We are delighted to partner with Yashvi Greenco LLP on this project and are confident the hotel will deliver smart, efficient hospitality to meet the evolving needs of modern travellers.”

Paresh Khandelwal, Managing Partner, Yashvi Greenco LLP added: “We are delighted to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce Holiday Inn Express to Surat. The city’s strong economic fundamentals and infrastructure momentum present a compelling opportunity for branded hospitality development. With IHG’s global expertise and the strength of the Holiday Inn Express brand, we are confident the hotel will become a preferred choice for business and transit travellers in the market.”