IHCL Launches Gateway Hotel Near Bengaluru Airport

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced the signing of a Gateway Hotel and Convention Centre in Kanamangala, Devanahalli, near Kempegowda International Airport, Karnataka.

The project is a greenfield development, reinforcing IHCL’s strategic expansion in high-growth hospitality corridors.

The upcoming property will feature 300 keys, positioning it as a significant addition to the region’s hospitality infrastructure. Designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers, the hotel will include a range of premium amenities such as an all-day dining restaurant, bar, specialty restaurant, and lounge, offering diverse culinary experiences.

Key Highlights

• IHCL signs 300-key Gateway Hotel near Bengaluru Airport
• Project includes 16,000 sq. ft. banquet hall for MICE events
• Expands IHCL’s Bengaluru portfolio to 20 hotels

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Guests will also have access to a fully equipped gym and swimming pool, ensuring a comprehensive stay experience. A key highlight of the development is its focus on the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) segment. The property will include versatile banquet spaces and meeting rooms, anchored by a large banquet hall spanning over 16,000 sq. ft., making it suitable for large-scale conferences, corporate events, and social gatherings.

Strategically located in Devanahalli, a rapidly developing hub near Bengaluru Airport, the hotel is well-positioned to benefit from increasing passenger traffic, business activity, and infrastructure growth in the area.

With this addition, IHCL will expand its footprint in Bengaluru to 20 hotels, including 11 currently under development, highlighting its continued commitment to strengthening its presence in key urban and travel markets across India.

Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “Bengaluru is widely recognised as one of India’s fastest-growing cities, driven by a strong business ecosystem and sustained infrastructure development. With the rapid expansion around the airport, North Bengaluru has emerged as a significant growth corridor, and this signing aligns with our strategy to build scale in the micro-market addressing the rising demand from corporate and MICE segments. We are delighted to partner with Hombale Group for this project.”

Shailaja Vijay Kiragandur, Hombale Group, said, “We are happy to partner with IHCL to bring the Gateway brand to North Bengaluru aligning with the region’s growth trajectory.”

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Overall, the project aligns with IHCL’s growth strategy of expanding its portfolio through greenfield developments and tapping into emerging demand for premium hospitality and convention infrastructure in major metropolitan regions.