INDIA | IHG has partnered with KGA International Trades to develop a new Holiday Inn Express property in Kottayam Changanassery.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a franchise agreement with KGA International Trades Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Express Kottayam Changanassery, Kerela, India. Slated to open in the first quarter of 2027, the signing strengthens IHG’s commitment to expanding its presence across high-potential secondary markets in India through strategic partnerships with trusted partners.
Holiday Inn Express, IHG’s largest and fastest-growing hotel brand with over 3,200 hotels globally, is designed to deliver simple, smart, and efficient stays for today’s short-stay travellers. With the introduction of the Generation 5 design concept, the brand continues to elevate the guest experience through modern, flexible public spaces and thoughtfully designed rooms, making it a leading choice for business and leisure guests worldwide.
Changanassery, a prominent town in Kerala’s Kottayam district, is a year-round tourist destination known for its scenic backwaters, historic religious places and natural beauty. Holiday Inn Express Kottayam Changanassery will be an integral part of KGA Mall, a mixed-use development currently under construction and will feature 90 well-appointed rooms, multiple food & beverage options, banquet hallfor over 100 guests, swimming pool, multiplex, family entertainment centre, and a wide variety of national and international branded retail offerings. Strategically situated close to the central business district, the hotel will benefit from proximity to key demand generators including the nearby towns of Kochi, Alleppey, Pathanamthitta, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram.
“We are excited to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Express Kottayam Changanassery, marking our continued growth across important secondary markets in India. This hotel will bring international brand standards to a high-potential micro market in Kerala that is currently underserved by quality hospitality offerings. This also marks our second collaboration with KGA Group, following the successful partnership for Crowne Plaza Kochi. Such long-term partnerships are built on shared values and trust, and we are pleased to strengthen our relationship with this signing,” said Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts.
“With our renowned Holiday Inn Express brand, we have a unique opportunity to elevate the city’s hospitality offering. Our goal is to deliver the consistent, reliable service and global standards that IHG is known for, while honouring the distinctive charm of Changanassery and addressing the growing demand for quality accommodation among corporate, transit, and leisure travellers.”
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