IHG Hotels brings Vignette Collection brand to India
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A 145-key Vignette Collection hotel will commence in Panchkula in early 2026.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Hanu Overseas to bring its distinctive luxury and lifestyle brand, Vignette Collection, to India. The Vignette Collection hotel is scheduled to open early in 2026 in Panchkula.
Vignette Collection is a family of exclusive hotels curated for guests seeking rich and varied stay experiences in urban and resort locations. The brand is recognised for purposeful luxury, memorable rituals and stays that are authentically connected to their location.
The upcoming property is said to feature 145 rooms, including 11 suites. It will also feature four distinct dining venues including a signature restaurant, lobby lounge, and a private dining space. Amenities will include a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, curated retail, and ample parking. The hotel also offers over 2,200 square meters of dedicated meeting and event space to meet demand for MICE and social celebrations, particularly weddings.
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “Introducing Vignette Collection to India is a significant milestone as we expand our luxury and lifestyle portfolio in the country. This move directly responds to the growing segment of discerning travellers seeking deeply personal, locally-rooted experiences. Vignette Collection offers captivating individuality backed by IHG’s global strength and loyalty programme, IHG One Rewards. Panchkula, with its strong year-round demand and economic vitality, presents the perfect landscape for our brand’s entry. We are excited to elevate the hospitality offering here with a truly distinctive luxury experience.”
Speaking on behalf of the ownership, Aman Gupta added , “Panchkula is emerging as a preferred destination for celebrations, retreats and meaningful leisure travel; and we believe this partnership will set a new benchmark for luxury hospitality in the region. Our vision is to create a hotel that celebrates its unique identity while offering thoughtfully designed experiences rooted in a strong sense of place.”
IHG currently has 51 hotels operating across six brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco™ Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort® and Holiday Inn Express®, and a pipeline of 80 hotels due to open in the next 3-5 years.
