IHG Hotels Expands in India with New Holiday Inn in Puri

IHG to Open Holiday Inn in Puri by 2028

IHG Hotels and Resorts has signed a management agreement with Ananya Group (Prabhukrupa Estates and Properties) to develop a Holiday Inn hotel in Puri, Odisha. The hotel is expected to open in late 2028, reflecting IHG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in high-growth markets across India.  

The upcoming Holiday Inn Puri will offer 100 rooms with sea views and include three meeting spaces, featuring a grand ballroom for social gatherings and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events. The hotel will also introduce the brand’s Open Lobby concept, providing a multi-functional space for guests to work, dine, and relax.  

Located along the Bay of Bengal, Puri is known for the Jagannath Temple, which attracts over 2 million tourists annually. The city is also a spiritual hub and a popular beach destination, drawing visitors to cultural sites like Chilika Lake and the Sun Temple in Konark. With substantial road and air connectivity, the hotel aims to cater to both spiritual and leisure travellers.  

Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels and Resorts said, “We are thrilled to partner with Ananya Group (Prabhukrupa Estates and Properties) to bring the iconic Holiday Inn brand to Puri. In recent years, the city has seen a notable increase in tourist arrivals, emerging as a sought-after destination for MICE and weddings, particularly for travellers from West Bengal and neighbouring states. With its strategic location, Holiday Inn Puri will cater to spiritual and leisure tourists, along with MICE opportunities year-round, delivering world-class hospitality, comfort, and convenience while immersing guests in the city’s rich cultural and religious heritage. This signing reaffirms our commitment to expand IHG’s presence in markets with significant cultural, leisure, business or religious appeal. As traveller interest in these destinations continues to grow, the demand for quality accommodations is on the rise, and we are excited to meet that demand with the trusted Holiday Inn brand.” 

Madhusudan Singhari, Director of Ananya Group (Prabhukrupa Estates and Properties) added, “We are delighted to collaborate with IHG Hotels and Resorts to bring Holiday Inn to the holy city of Puri. By combining our local expertise with IHG’s renowned hospitality standards, we aim to create a landmark destination that sets new benchmarks for hospitality in the city, catering to both domestic and international travelers.”  

IHG currently operates 46 hotels in India across brands such as Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza, voco Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort, and Holiday Inn Express. The company also has 58 hotels in its development pipeline, scheduled to open within the next three to five years.