ITC Hotels Ltd announced the signing of a 104-key Welcomhotel in Manesar, Gurugram, marking a strategic expansion of the brand's presence in the National Capital Region. According to reports from Business Standard, this development represents ITC Hotels' continued focus on identifying destinations with strong long-term growth potential beyond traditional gateway cities. The hotel is being developed as part of ITC Hotels' asset right growth strategy, positioning it as a key component of the company's portfolio expansion in emerging markets. Commenting on the signing, Anil Chadha, Managing Director of ITC Hotels Limited, stated that "As hospitality demand continues to evolve beyond traditional gateway cities, we remain focused on identifying destinations that offer strong long-term growth potential. Welcomhotel in Manesar is a strategic addition to our portfolio, bringing together a high-growth location, robust connectivity, and a thriving events market. This signing reinforces our commitment to delivering world-class hospitality experiences in emerging destinations while accelerating the growth of our asset-right portfolio."
The new Welcomhotel will feature elegantly appointed rooms and suites, catering to business travellers, weddings, social events, and leisure guests. As reported by Business Standard, the hotel will offer an all-day dining restaurant, bar, lounge and recreational space. Complementing these facilities will be over 18,000 sq. ft. of indoor banqueting space and 22,000 sq. ft. of outdoor event space, positioning the property as an attractive venue for weddings, conferences, exhibitions, and large-format social gatherings. Managing Director Anil Chadha emphasized that this connectivity will enable the property to capture growing demand from both corporate and social segments while offering a less congested and more destination-oriented environment.
Located in Manesar, Haryana, the hotel enjoys a strategic position along National Highway 48, complemented by the scenic backdrop of the Aravalli landscape. The area has emerged as an important economic and industrial corridor, supported by auto-component manufacturing, warehousing facilities, logistics parks, and expanding commercial development. According to Business Standard, the hotel's connectivity to key economic centres in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida and Faridabad will enable it to capture growing demand from both corporate and social segments. This combination of accessibility, economic activity, and natural surroundings has enhanced the region's appeal for business travel, weddings, conferences, and leisure stays. The property's premium accommodation, dining and recreational facilities will be combined with extensive event spaces, positioning it to serve the region's business and social hospitality requirements.
According to Business Standard, the new Welcomhotel will cater to corporate and social events in the region. ITC Hotels currently maintains a presence across India, Sri Lanka and Nepal through a portfolio of more than 155 properties and over 14,200 keys. The company's strategic expansion beyond traditional gateway cities reflects evolving hospitality demand patterns in India's major economic regions. Sushil Singh Chauhan, Partner at Green Path Prop Mart LLP, expressed delight at working with ITC Hotels for the development, stating their aim to deliver a distinguished hospitality experience that will serve both business and leisure travellers while contributing to the continued growth in the National Capital Region.
