IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has signed a management agreement with Circle View Estate Private Ltd for the development of voco Udaipur. Scheduled to open in Q1 2029, the 140-key newbuild hotel marks a significant milestone in the brand’s growth journey in India, as the Group continues to grow its premium portfolio in high-potential destinations across the country.
Set on the foothills of the Aravalli hills with views overlooking the city, voco Udaipur will bring a distinctive premium hospitality experience to one of India’s most iconic cultural and leisure destinations. Known for its history, culture and scenic appeal, Udaipur continues to attract strong demand from both domestic and international travellers. Its established positioning as a leading leisure destination, alongside growing relevance for weddings, meetings and events, makes the city an attractive market for premium branded hospitality.
Well suited to high-potential urban and leisure markets, voco combines the informality and charm of an individual hotel with the quality and reassurance of a global and trusted brand. Its flexible proposition and broad guest appeal make it a strong fit for destinations such as Udaipur, while offering owners the backing of IHG’s enterprise platform, commercial expertise and brand systems. Centred around the brand hallmarks of ‘Come on in’, ‘Me time’ and ‘voco life’, voco hotels are known for their thoughtful touches, distinctive character and consistently premium guest experience.
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “India is a strategically important market for IHG globally, and we continue to strengthen our portfolio in destinations where we see long-term demand and strong owner interest. Udaipur is one of the country’s most recognised leisure destinations, with a well-established appeal across domestic travel, weddings and events, making it a compelling market for premium brand growth. As our fastest-growing premium brand globally, voco continues to resonate with guests through its individual character, thoughtful touches and unstuffy approach to hospitality, while offering owners the confidence of IHG’s global enterprise systems and commercial expertise. We are delighted to partner with Circle View Estate Private Ltd to bring voco to Udaipur and further strengthen our premium portfolio in Rajasthan.”
Nakul Karnawat, Director, Circle View Estate Private Ltd added: “We are pleased to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce voco to Udaipur. voco’s unique brand personality, combined with IHG’s global enterprise systems, commercial expertise and strong brand reputation, makes it an ideal fit for this market. We are confident the hotel will become a preferred choice for travellers seeking a premium and memorable stay experience in Udaipur.”
The hotel will feature 140 guestrooms and suites, two dining options including an all-day dining restaurant and a bar, ample meeting and event space, swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Designed to cater to both leisure and business travellers, the hotel will offer a well-rounded guest experience in one of India’s most iconic destinations.
voco Udaipur underscores IHG’s focus on expanding its premium portfolio in strategically important Indian markets through brands that meet evolving guest expectations while delivering strong value for owners. Combining the brand’s distinctive personality with the character and cultural richness of Udaipur, the hotel will strengthen IHG’s ability to capture demand across one of India’s most dynamic hospitality destinations.
IHG® currently has 52 hotels operating across six brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco™ Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort® and Holiday Inn Express®, and a strong pipeline of 98 hotels due to open in the next 3-5 years.
