IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with Doreen Hotels & Resorts Limited to open Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan in Dhaka, Bangladesh, by the end of 2022. The hotel will mark IHG's third hotel in the city and further reinforce the company's offering of quality hospitality experiences for business and leisure travellers alike.
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan is strategically located in the heart of Gulshan 2 area, also known as the Central Business District (CBD) and the highest-rated market in Dhaka. Being in an affluent neighbourhood and conveniently situated between the city centre, shopping malls, popular restaurants, and Dhaka airport, the hotel will be the prime destination for leisure travellers. As the highly secure zone of Gulshan also houses multiple embassies, expat residential areas, business houses and head offices of Banks, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan will also be ideal for guests travelling to Dhaka for business.
The hotel stretches over two sites - the first is in the mixed-use Tower block with 119 rooms, while the second Tower is close, featuring 30 suites with independent facilities.
In addition to well-equipped and spacious rooms which blend business and leisure, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan will offer an array of facilities for guests to unwind and relax. This includes an all-day-dining restaurant, three specialty restaurants, lounges, outdoor pools and gymnasiums. The hotel will also feature a banquet hall and two meeting rooms, making it an ideal choice for MICE requirements. Paired with signature IHG hospitality, the guest experience will reflect the brand's promise of offering a premium stay experience to guests.
"We are delighted to partner with Doreen Hotels & Resorts Limited to expand the presence of our premium brand, Crowne Plaza, in Dhaka. Being a commercial hub and centre for all activities in Bangladesh, Dhaka is an important market for us in the region and we are always looking for opportunities to strengthen our offering in line with market demands," said Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG.
"He added, "We are confident the hotel will be a great success and benefit from the latent demand that will be generated owing to its excellent location and proximity to business and recreational hubs. The signing also aligns with our strategy to strengthen our footprint across our core brands in key South West Asia markets."
