IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Holiday Inn Express Kottayam Changanassery, marking its first internationally branded hotel in the city and reinforcing its commitment to growth in India’s high-potential secondary markets.
Opening in Q1 2027, the hotel will be part of the upcoming KGA Mall, a mixed-use development featuring retail outlets, entertainment zones, and modern infrastructure. The property will offer 90 well-appointed rooms, a banquet hall, swimming pool, multiplex, and multiple dining options, catering to both business and leisure travellers.
Why Changanassery?
Located in Kerala’s scenic Kottayam district, Changanassery is a year-round destination known for its backwaters, religious landmarks, and growing commercial activity. The hotel’s proximity to towns like Kochi, Alleppey, and Thiruvananthapuram positions it as a strategic base for regional travel.
“This hotel will bring international brand standards to a micro market currently underserved by quality hospitality offerings,” said Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts.
A Trusted Partnership
This marks IHG’s second collaboration with KGA Group, following the successful Crowne Plaza Kochi. KGA Group, headquartered in Kuwait under NBTC, plans to expand its hospitality footprint with six more hotels over the next six years.
“We believe the combination of the mall and the hotel will make it a key destination for both natives and travellers,” said K C Eapen, Director & CEO, KGA Group.
The hotel will feature Holiday Inn Express’s Generation 5 design, offering smart, efficient stays with flexible public spaces and modern rooms, ideal for short-stay guests seeking comfort and convenience.
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