IHG Hotels & Resorts, British multinational hospitality company based in Windsor, Berkshire, England, UK is planning to open a new Holiday Inn Express in Changanassery, a captivating town in the Kottayam district in the Indian state of Kerala, located between Kottayam and Thiruvalla, a destination that beautifully interwines vibrant culture and rich history, renowned for its picturesque backwaters and several historic sites.
The development is the result of a franchise agreement between IHG Hotels & Resorts and KGA International Trades Private Limited, a company operates with a defined focus on construction, aligning its goals with the standards of India’s evolving corporate ecosystems headquartered in Ernakulam, Kerala.
This agreement marrks IHG Hotels & Resorts’ continued expansion in secondary markets within India in destination with a high tourism potential. The region’s economy is growing due to its blend of religious tourism, natural attractions, and a strong local commerce base, making it an attractive location for new infrastructure and business opportunities.
The hotel is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2027 and it will part of the KGA Mall, a mixed - use development currently under construction, strategically positioned near the central business of Changanassery and is expected to serve as a primary destination for both locals and travellers, offering a combination of modern hospitality, retail, and entertainment facilities.
The convenient position will allow guests to have an easy access to several nearby towns, including Alleppey, Kochi, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, and Thiruvanthapuram.
The property will feature 90 comfortable rooms, various dining options, a banquet hall with capacity for over 100 guests, a swimming pool, a multiplex, a family erntertainment centre and a range of retail outlets.
The hotel will enter in the Holiday Inn Express brand known for offering a modern, consistent experience for value - oriented travellers, focusing on efficiency, comfort and essentials, targeting both business and leisure travellers seeking a high - quality, yet affordable, stay.
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https://www.ihgplc.com/en/news-and-media/news-releases/2025/ihg-hotels-and-resorts-strengthens-presence-in-south-of-india-with-signing-of-holiday-inn
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