New Crowne Plaza Hotel Opens in Lucknow, Celebrating IHG’s 50th Venue in India

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s premier hotel companies, has celebrated a key milestone with the launch of the Crowne Plaza Lucknow, its 50th hotel in India. This expansion demonstrates IHG’s commitment to the Indian hospitality market, driven by increasing domestic demand and a preference for world-class service.

The opening emphasizes IHG’s premium offerings, reinforcing the Crowne Plaza brand, known for catering to business and leisure travelers. With a vision for continuous innovation since initiating its first business-class hotel in 1983, Crowne Plaza plans for a bright future, investing in guest experience and modern design to meet evolving traveler needs.

Situated strategically on the Lucknow-Sultanpur Road with direct access to the new IT district and local attractions, Crowne Plaza Lucknow features 110 elegantly designed rooms and substantial meeting spaces across 40,000 square feet. The hotel also includes a multi-cuisine restaurant, a nightclub, a fitness center, and a swimming pool, rendering it an exceptional venue for business gatherings and celebratory events.

IHG is poised for further growth across India. The company signed 18 new hotels in 2024 alone, with a focus on premium and luxury segments, continuing to respond to the country’s expanding travel needs. The current portfolio includes plans for five InterContinental hotels, ten Crowne Plaza sites, and five voco hotels in the coming years.

In a recent statement, Haitham Mattar, managing director of IHG for MEA & Southwest Asia, expressed delight at the opening, highlighting it as a reflection of IHG’s deep-seated commitment to India’s burgeoning travel and hospitality sector.

“It’s an exciting time for our portfolio here, and we look forward to bringing our iconic brands to more locations,” Mattar said. Similarly, Sudeep Jain remarked that achieving this 50-hotel milestone embodies IHG’s aspirations and robust growth plans in India.

With the release of its latest white paper titled Leading the Charge in Blended Travel, Crowne Plaza underscores insights into evolving traveler preferences, particularly the trend of integrating work and leisure.

This opening aligns with a growing demand for seamless travel experiences and underscores IHG’s dedication to aligning its offerings with market needs.