Hyatt signs Landmark Kanpur under JdV brand

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has signed The Landmark Kanpur, which will become part of its JdV by Hyatt collection, marking the company's strategic growth in India.

The property is owned by Som Datt Landmark Hotels and Recreations Private Limited and is slated to open in 2026, with 170 rooms, a spa, four restaurants, and event facilities including a 7,200 sq ft lawn on the 21st floor.

"Welcoming The Landmark Kanpur to the JdV by Hyatt portfolio is exciting for us," said Dhruva Rathore, Vice President, Real Estate & Development, Hyatt India & South West Asia. "This partnership demonstrates our focus on working with outstanding regional operators to bring differentiated guest experiences to high-potential markets." 

Key highlights:.

• Hyatt signs The Landmark Kanpur to join its JdV by Hyatt lifestyle hotel portfolio, with an expected opening in 2026
• The hotel will feature 170 rooms, a spa, four restaurants, and a 7,200 sq ft lawn, catering to both corporate and social events
• Restored to JdV standards, the property blends international service quality with local cultural essence, enhancing Hyatt’s presence in India’s key commercial hubs

The hotel, situated within one of Kanpur's most upscale neighborhoods, will be restored with care to JdV by Hyatt's higher standards of design and experience. The brand is centered around independent, experience-driven lifestyle hotels that embody the essence of their respective neighborhoods.

"Since it was the first and sole five-star hotel in Kanpur, The Landmark has been a city hospitality trailblazer for many years. Partnering with Hyatt represents a thrilling new era, introducing international levels of service with still-strong local roots.” noted Vikas Malhotra, Managing Director, Som Datt Landmark Hotels and Recreations Private Limited.

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Through this signing, Hyatt enhances its footprint in India's major commercial and industrial centers, providing internationally inclined travelers with access to immersive, independent lifestyle experiences. Landmark Kanpur will emerge as a modern accommodation choice that seamlessly integrates luxury, local culture, and carefully designed experiences for corporate and social guests.