IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has signed a franchise agreement with Yamini Marketing’s (OPC) Pvt. Ltd for the development of voco Resort Kanatal, under the management of United Hospitality Management (UHM) India, one of IHG’s third-party management partners in the country. Set to open in 2030, the 92-key resort will strengthen IHG’s premium portfolio in India and bring a world class hospitality experience to one of North India’s emerging leisure destinations.
The signing reflects the continued expansion of IHG’s relationship with UHM India as both companies work together to grow internationally branded hospitality offerings across India’s emerging business and leisure destinations.
voco Resort Kanatal to Strengthen IHG’s Premium Portfolio in India
Nestled in the hills of Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district, voco Resort Kanatal is envisioned as a premium mountain resort for travellers seeking nature-led escapes, wellness-led stays and intimate celebrations in a scenic setting. Located on the Chamba-Mussoorie route, the resort will offer access to nearby attractions including Kaudia Forest, Surkanda Devi Temple and Tehri Lake, while creating a relaxed base for guests to experience the region’s quieter pace, natural beauty and growing leisure appeal.
Well suited to resort, urban and leisure destinations, voco combines the informality and charm of an individual hotel with the quality and reassurance of a trusted global brand. Its flexible proposition and broad guest appeal make it a strong fit for Kanatal, where travellers are increasingly seeking distinctive stays that balance comfort, character, wellness and a strong sense of place. Centred around the brand hallmarks of ‘Come on in’, ‘Me time’ and ‘voco life’, voco hotels are known for thoughtful touches, distinctive character and consistently premium guest experiences.
IHG Highlights Growing Resort Opportunities in India
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “India continues to present strong opportunities for resort development, particularly in destinations where travellers are looking for shorter breaks, wellness experiences, nature-led escapes and premium stays with character. Kanatal is one such market, with its scenic setting, improving appeal as a hill getaway and proximity to key demand centres. voco Resort Kanatal reflects our focus on bringing the right brands to the right destinations, while further strengthening IHG’s ability to deliver compelling resort experiences for guests and owners. We are delighted to partner with Yamini Marketing’s (OPC) Pvt. Ltd and UHM India on this development, supported by IHG’s global enterprise systems and commercial expertise.”
Designed as a well-rounded resort experience, the property will feature 92 thoughtfully appointed guestrooms, meeting and event spaces, and three dining options, including an all-day dining restaurant, specialty restaurant and bar. Guests will also have access to a swimming pool, spa, fitness centre and kids’ play area, creating a compelling proposition for leisure travellers, wellness guests, families and boutique events in a scenic mountain setting.
UHM India Expands Partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts
Deepika Arora, Managing Director, United Hospitality Management (UHM), India commented: “voco Resort Kanatal represents an important addition to our growing partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts and reflects our shared vision of bringing globally recognised brands to high-potential destinations across India. By combining IHG’s globally trusted brand standards with UHM’s operational expertise, we look forward to delivering a distinctive resort experience that creates lasting value for our ownership partners while meeting the evolving expectations of today’s leisure traveller.”
Ms. Yamini, Director, Yamini Marketing’s (OPC) Pvt. Ltd added: “We are pleased to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce voco Resort Kanatal. The destination presents a compelling opportunity as demand for premium resorts, wellness-led travel and memorable mountain stays continues to grow. Combined with IHG’s global scale, strong brand reputation and commercial capabilities, voco Resort Kanatal is well positioned to become a preferred choice for travellers seeking a distinctive and memorable resort experience in the hills of Uttarakhand.”
voco Resort Kanatal underscores IHG’s focus on expanding its premium portfolio in strategically important leisure and resort destinations through brands that meet evolving guest expectations while delivering strong value for owners. Combining voco’s distinctive personality with the natural beauty and rising appeal of Kanatal, the signing strengthens IHG’s position to capture resort-led demand across one of North India’s emerging hospitality markets.
IHG currently has 53 hotels operating across seven brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Vignette Collection, Crowne Plaza, voco Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort and Holiday Inn Express, and a strong pipeline of 110 hotels due to open in the next 3-5 years.
