IHG Hotels & Resorts signs Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari

The 99-key hotel, set to open in 2026, aims to strengthens IHG’s portfolio in Nepal.

IHG® Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Hotel Eastern Nepal Pvt Ltd for the development of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari in South-Eastern Nepal. Set to open in 2026, the latest development aims to grow its portfolio in high-potential markets across South West Asia.

The signing marks the second partnership between IHG and Hotel Eastern Nepal Pvt Ltd, following the launch of Holiday Inn Resort Kathmandu Budhanilkantha. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari will feature 99 well-appointed rooms and suites.

Commenting on the announcement, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are excited to strengthen our presence in Nepal with Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dhulabari. Building on the successful launch of Holiday Inn Resort Kathmandu Budhanilkantha with our partners, the new signing in Dhulabari is a testament to the trust, alignment, and shared vision we have established together.

Speaking on behalf of the ownership, Binita Thapa Khadka, Chairperson, Hotel Eastern Nepal Ltd, said: “We are proud to expand our partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts with the addition of a second hotel. Our experience of working with IHG for Holiday Inn Resort Kathmandu Budhanilkantha affirmed IHG’s operational excellence and brand value, making this next project a natural step forward. Dhulabari presents an exciting opportunity for growth, and with IHG’s trusted expertise and global standards, we are confident this hotel will elevate the hospitality offering in the region and serve as a strong economic contributor.”