IHG® Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Peachery LLP to launch Holiday Inn Ujjain. Scheduled to open in 2028, the new property aligns with IHG’s strategic focus on expanding its footprint in high-growth secondary markets across India.
A major Hindu pilgrimage centre, Ujjain is renowned for hosting the Kumbh Mela, with the next event set for 2028. The city is also home to the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines respected as sacred abodes of Shiva, making it a significant attraction for pilgrims.
The new Holiday Inn in Ujjain is set to offer unique stay experiences tailored to both spiritual travellers and those celebrating weddings in the culturally rich city.
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “We are excited to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Ujjain in partnership with Peachery LLP. Ujjain is one of the key spiritual destinations in India and is rightfully experiencing a rise in demand from multigenerational travellers due to the growing interest in religious and spiritual tourism. Its appeal as a major pilgrimage site and a popular location for destination weddings makes it an ideal match for the Holiday Inn brand. We are confident that Holiday Inn Ujjain will offer an enriching experience for visitors seeking spiritual solace, or once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.”
Santosh Agrawal, Partner and Co-founder, Peachery LLP, said, “We are delighted to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce the Holiday Inn brand to Ujjain. By combining our local expertise with IHG’s global standards, we aim to create a distinguished destination that will become a preferred choice for guests visiting Ujjain. With excellent location and world-class amenities, we are confident the hotel will set new standards of hospitality in Ujjain.”
Holiday Inn Ujjain will feature 100 rooms, including 10 suites, and a range of dining options: an all-day diner, a lounge bar, and a speciality restaurant. For events and meetings, the hotel will provide a banquet hall and five versatile meeting venues, making it an ideal destination for social events. Leisure amenities such as the hotel’s pool and fitness centre will provide guests with a comfortable and relaxing stay.
IHG currently has 46 hotels operating across six brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco, Holiday Inn Resort® and Holiday Inn Express®, and a strong pipeline of 58 hotels scheduled to open in the coming 3-5 years.
