- Takes overall portfolio to 37 hotels
- Brand continues healthy growth rate of one new hotel every two months
The Gateway Hotel today announced the sign up of a new property in Kolhapur in Maharashtra - The Gateway Hotel Kolhapur. The brand, in association with Aryan Hospitality Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of IRB Infrastructure Developers, will develop a 100 room property in Kolhapur. With this announcement, The Gateway Hotel increases its overall portfolio to 37 hotels across the country and further cements its presence across all major cities in India.
Gateway also continues its aggressive growth rate of adding a new hotel to its portfolio every two months. The brand, targeted at the modern nomad was launched in September 2008. The Gateway Hotel is a pan India network of upscale hotels and resorts, catering to the emerging needs of the contemporary traveler. Its portfolio consists of 20 operating hotels and 17 under development. The brand is present across a range of important business and leisure destinations such as – Bangalore, Agra, Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Madurai, Coonoor, Chikmagalur, Calicut, Cochin, etc
Commenting on the development, Mr. Raymond Bickson, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Indian Hotels Company Ltd., said, “Our primary strategy for The Gateway Hotels is to pave the way into untapped tier II cities and bring in a new class in hospitality in those cities. This constitutes all prominent economic, commercial and industrial centers. Kolhapur fits well into this strategy as it is a hub of commercial activity across critical industry sectors. We enjoy a first mover advantage given that international brands are yet to tap these markets. The Gateway Hotel will bring world class hospitality to Kolhapur.”
Mr. Ajoy Misra, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Indian Hotels Company Ltd, said, “The Gateway Hotel has been the largest brand in its category ever since its launch in 2008.The customer feedback and the steady growth in the number of properties are testament to the brand’s success. Kolhapur is an important city in the economy of Maharashtra and is soon deemed to be developed as an IT and ITES centre. Our foray into the city is timed well to give us a head- start.”
Mr. P K Mohankumar, Chief Operating Officer, The Gateway Hotel, said, “It is a proud moment, as we sign one more hotel in Maharashtra. We promise to bring a fresh flavour and style to hospitality in the city. We are happy to be associated with Aryan Hospitality Pvt Ltd and look forward to a mutually rewarding relationship.”
The Gateway Hotel Kolhapur is slated to be a 100 room hotel in Vikram Nagar facing the Army golf course situated 3 kms away from the city centre. The hotel will be equipped with an all day dining restaurant, a bar, banqueting, conferencing and meeting facilities that will cater to resident and non resident guest requirements. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool and a fitness centre. This hotel is being developed in partnership Aryan Hospitality Pvt. Ltd. – a subsidiary of IRB Infrastructure Developers. IRB undertakes development of various infrastructure projects in the road sector and have been awarded by MSRDC in 2008 for successful implementation of road development program in Kolhapur.
The historic Maratha city, Kolhapur is popularly known as ‘The city of palaces and gardens’. Kolhapur is considered the capital of Marathi film industry and an important venue for film festivals and shooting. The Mahalakshmi Temple situated here attracts more than 30 lakh tourists every year. While the economy thrives on agriculture, metal, textile and mining industry, Kolhapur is a hub for large cooperatives such as Warna and Gokul. The city is a major industrial centre with more than 100 foundries, numerous machine shops, textile industry units and MIDCs.
About The Gateway Hotel
The Gateway Hotel (upscale full service hotels and resorts) is a pan-India network of hotels and resorts designed for the modern nomad. At The Gateway Hotel, we believe in keeping things simple. This is why; our hotels are divided into 7 simple zones- Stay, Hangout, Meet, Work, Workout, Unwind and Explore. As travel often means more hassle than harmony, more stress than satisfaction, modern travelers are looking for smarter choices. Driven by our passion for perfection, we welcome our customers to a refreshingly enjoyable and hassle-free experience, anytime, everywhere. Offering the highest consistency in quality, service and style we set new standards and take the unwanted surprises out of traveling. Our warm welcome make our guests feel at home, away from home and our crisp and courteous service empowers them to get more done with greater effectiveness and control. And through our unrivalled network we provide service that is effortless, simple, never overwhelming and always warm. For further details please visit: www.tajhotels.com/gateway /www.thegatewayhotels.com/ http://www.facebook.com/GatewayHotels or http://twitter.com/thegatewayhotel
About Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces
Established in 1903, Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is one of Asia's largest and finest group of hotels, comprising 67 hotels in 45 locations across India with an additional 16 international hotels in the Maldives, Malaysia, Australia, UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East. From world-renowned landmarks to modern business hotels, idyllic beach resorts to authentic Grand palaces, each Taj hotel offers an unrivalled fusion of warm Indian hospitality, world-class service and modern luxury. The Taj, a symbol of Indian hospitality, has recently completed the centenary of its landmark hotel, The Taj Mahal Palace and Tower, Mumbai. Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces is part of the Tata Group, India's premier business house.
