With the IPL reaching its crescendo and the T20 World Cup just days away, OYO Hotels has announced the launch of CricOtel, a cricket-themed hotel in Bangalore. CricOtel is designed on the sports theme and offers guests options to watch the sport together.
The Hotel
Located in Bilekahalli, close to the Indian Institute of Management, Bengaluru, CricOtel has 15 rooms, each celebrating one of India’s iconic cricket victories, like the 1983 Champions Den, World Cup 2011 Suite, T20 Cup ’07 Room, Desert Storm 1998, and Gabba Glory ’21. Guests can select their preferred room and relive these historic moments in an immersive setting.
The hotel also has a range of cricket-themed amenities, including a stadium-inspired central hall, a wall of fame honoring cricket legends, walls adorned with memorabilia and posters, a pitch-like hallway, and a Love Cricket neon selfie point. With photo opportunities at every corner, the hotel is designed to appeal to the Instagram generation.
“We are excited to introduce CricOtel as a dedicated space for cricket enthusiasts in Bengaluru.
With CricOtel, we aim to provide guests with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the
world of cricket while enjoying the comfort and convenience of our hospitality. CricOtel is our way
of celebrating the passion for cricket that is deeply ingrained in Bengaluru’s identity. We invite
cricket enthusiasts to join us at CricOtel and experience the excitement of cricket in a whole new
way.”, said Nitin Thakur, global head of strategic alliances and communications, OYO.
“Cricket is more than just a sport; it’s a passion that unites millions across the country. I am
delighted to bring this alive in collaboration with OYO. With CricOtel, we aim to create a haven
where cricket enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the history and excitement of the game. We
are excited to unveil this unique offering and look forward to welcoming guests to experience the
magic of cricket at CricOtel,” said K.M. Haneef, owner of CricOtel
CricOtel will feature packages for those who want to watch matches with friends and family during the cricket season. Customers can book CricOtel through the OYO Hotels app.