IHG signs Holiday Inn Resort Sasan Gir, strengthening presence in Gujarat’s wildlife tourism destination

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Paix Hospitality LLP to develop Holiday Inn Resort Sasan Gir. The resort is scheduled to open in Q1 2031. The signing strengthens IHG's expansion strategy in India's high-potential leisure and tourism destinations.

About the Destination
- Located in Gujarat's Gir Somnath district.
- Sasan Gir is India's premier wildlife tourism destination.
- It is the only natural habitat of the Asiatic lion.
- Growing demand for experiential and domestic leisure travel is boosting the destination's appeal.

Resort Highlights
- 92 guest rooms, including 11 suites.
- Five food and beverage outlets.
- Extensive leisure amenities including:
- Swimming pool
- Fitness centre
- Spa
- Retail facilities

Meetings, Weddings & Events
- 1,366 sq. m. of meeting and event space.
- Four dedicated event venues.
- Grand ballroom spanning 1,170 sq. m.
- Designed to cater to weddings, social celebrations, and corporate gatherings.

IHG's Perspective
- IHG sees Sasan Gir as a strong leisure market with growing tourism potential.
- The Holiday Inn Resort brand aligns well with destinations focused on relaxation, exploration, and family travel.
- The resort aims to combine quality accommodation, dining, and event facilities under a globally trusted hospitality brand.

Partner's Perspective
- Paix Hospitality LLP views the project as an opportunity to enter the hospitality sector in a high-growth destination.
- The partnership with IHG will help create a comprehensive resort offering for leisure travelers and wedding markets.

Strategic Significance
- Reinforces IHG's commitment to expanding across emerging travel destinations in India.
- Supports the group's strategy of bringing internationally recognized hotel brands to high-potential tourism markets.
- Enhances branded hospitality options in one of Gujarat's most visited wildlife destinations.