KHIL boosts presence in Gujarat; Launches two new properties
Vishal Kamat, Executive Director, KHIL
KHIL has now outlined a wider state expansion plan, with targeted developments being explored in Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, Vadodara, Sasan Gir, and Morbi.
Kamat Hotels India Ltd (KHIL) is accelerating its expansion in Gujarat after establishing The Orchid Hotel in Jamnagar, the group is now set to launch two new properties under its mid-market brand IRA by Orchid Hotels in Dwarka and Bhavnagar within this financial year.
"There is a clear shift in how Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities in India are evolving," said Vishal Kamat, Executive Director, KHIL. "With Dwarka and Bhavnagar on the rise as spiritual and commercial hubs respectively, we see this as the right time to introduce our eco-sensitive and guest-centric hospitality model to these regions. We’re actively looking at Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, Vadodara, Sasan Gir, and Morbi as part of our long-term growth map. Through our eco-conscious and guest-first hospitality approach, we aim to serve the evolving needs of both leisure and business travellers across Gujarat."
KHIL has now outlined a wider state expansion plan, with targeted developments being explored in Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, Vadodara, Sasan Gir, and Morbi.
According to Ayon Bhattacharya, VP – West India, KHIL, “Gujarat has always been on our strategic radar. And now, the time is right. With religious tourism thriving in Dwarka, industrial momentum in Bhavnagar, and the success of our flagship Orchid in Jamnagar, we see a clear opportunity to bring our signature hospitality to travellers seeking both comfort and value. Through IRA by Orchid Hotels, we aim to redefine mid-market stays in Gujarat with a focus on quality, F&B, service, and sustainability. We’re not just expanding our footprint; we’re building meaningful experiences in places that matter."
