IHG Hotels & Resorts signs 2 Garner hotels in UP
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Garner Etawah, set to open in 2026, will offer 40 keys, while Garner Kathua, set to open in 2027, will offer 45 keys.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of two Garner hotels in India, marking the brand’s debut with properties in Etawah in Uttar Pradesh and Kathua in Jammu & Kashmir. Scheduled to open in of 2026 Garner Etawah and with 2027 opening, Garner Kathua will be developed in partnership with Madan Infra developers Pvt Ltd and Rudraksh Nakshatra Hotel Pvt Ltd, respectively.
Both properties will be managed by Rosastays (Rosaoul Hotelco Pvt Ltd), one of the preferred third-party management companies for Garner Hotels in India.
Garner Etawah will feature 40 keys, a ballroom. Guests will also have access to an all-day dining restaurant and meeting spaces. And, Garner Kathua will offer 45 keys, a swimming pool, multi-cuisine restaurant and event spaces.
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, Southwest Asia, IHG Hotels & Resortssaid, “As we continue to deliver on our growth ambitions in India, further strengthening our mainstream offering is critical to our success. Garner is a significant addition to our portfolio in the country, offering high-quality, reliable stays at an affordable price, designed to meet the evolving needs of modern travellers and drive strong returns for owners. The brand has tremendous growth potential in India, particularly through the franchising model.”
He added,“With the local insights and support of our valued partners, along with Rosastays’ expertise as a third-party management company, we are well-positioned to drive Garner’s growth in the country and deliver exceptional hospitality experiences to our guests.”
Deepika Arora, Director, Rosastays, commented on the partnership, “At Rosastays, we focus on delivering high-quality experiences that align with evolving traveller expectations. With the rise in demand for well-managed and high-quality hotels, our collaboration with IHG and the Garner brand will create a strong value proposition for guests seeking reliable, comfortable, and affordable stays."
Dr. Vivek Yadav, Director, Madan Infra developers Pvt Ltd, added, “With its strong brand legacy and global expertise, IHG is the perfect partner to bring a high-quality midscale hotel to the city. Etawah is seeing increased demand for high quality yet affordable accommodations, and we are confident that Garner Etawah will cater to business travellers, families, and social events with its well-designed offerings, modern amenities and the power of IHG’s enterprise.”
Mohan Singh, Director, Rudraksh Nakshatra Hotel Pvt Ltd, added,“As Kathua continues to develop as an industrial and pharmaceutical hub while also being a key gateway to pilgrimage and leisure destinations, there is a growing need for quality accommodations. With IHG’s expertise and the Garner brand’s strong value proposition, we look forward to creating a distinguished stay experience that meets the needs of travellers visiting the region."