IHG Expands Presence with Holiday Inn Express Madurai Opening

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a partnership with Chentoor Hotels Pvt Ltd to develop Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madurai, enhancing its presence in South India’s rapidly growing secondary markets.

The 150-key hotel, which includes 30 suites, is expected to open in early 2029 near Madurai International Airport, catering to business, transit, and leisure travellers.

Madurai, a major cultural and pilgrimage destination in Tamil Nadu, attracted over 27 million visitors in 2024 and benefits from its strategic location with access to tourism hubs like Rameswaram and Kanyakumari.

Key Highlights

• Holiday Inn Express Madurai will feature 150 keys and 30 suites, opening in 2029
• The hotel will leverage Holiday Inn Express’s Generation 5 design, focusing on modern, efficient hospitality
• IHG’s growth strategy continues with strong expansion in South India and emerging destinations

The hotel will feature Holiday Inn Express’s Generation 5 design concept, focusing on efficient, modern hospitality with smart layouts and flexible public spaces, aligning with the brand’s global expansion strategy.

IHG’s Holiday Inn Express brand is one of the fastest-growing global brands with over 3,200 hotels. IHG is strengthening its presence in emerging destinations in India, where tourism, pilgrimage, and commercial travel intersect.

With the signing of Holiday Inn Express Madurai, IHG continues to expand its portfolio, which currently includes 51 hotels across India under six brands.

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