IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with AR Infra Consultancy for the development of Crowne Plaza Hyderabad Shamshabad Airport Road
Scheduled to open in Q1 2031, the 250-key hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in Hyderabad and mark the entry of the Crowne Plaza brand into the region.
The upcoming premium hotel will be located adjacent to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and the 3.5 million sq. ft. World Trade Centre. The hotel will be positioned to cater to airport transit, corporate travel, meetings and events, long-stay guests, and project and industrial-related demand.
Shamshabad is an emerging growth corridor in Hyderabad, supported by expanding commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments. The airport handled approximately 31 million passengers in 2025, while the upcoming World Trade Centre and the expanding Aeronautical Park are expected to further strengthen the region’s corporate travel potential. The surrounding ecosystem of aerospace and industrial parks, logistics infrastructure and mixed-use developments is also expected to support demand over the coming years.
Crowne Plaza is one of the world’s fastest-growing premium hotel brands, defined by purposeful design and energising guest experiences that blend work and life seamlessly. With over 400 properties in gateway cities, airports, resorts and suburban markets worldwide, the brand offers thoughtful amenities and service built around genuine connection, all backed by IHG’s global enterprise strength.
Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Shamshabad represents a compelling growth opportunity, supported by its proximity to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport and the development of key commercial infrastructure, making it a strong fit for our Crowne Plaza brand. With the potential to cater to growing corporate travel, meetings and airport-related demand, we are confident the hotel will deliver exceptional experiences for guests while generating long-term value for our partners, AR Infra Consultancy. This signing further strengthens our presence in Hyderabad and reflects our continued commitment to expanding our premium portfolio across India.”
P. Revanth Reddy from AR Infra Consultancy, added, “We are pleased to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring Crowne Plaza to Hyderabad. As our first venture into the hospitality sector, this project marks a significant milestone for our family and AR Infra Consultancy as we build on our experience in real estate and infrastructure across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
We see this development as an opportunity to create a landmark hospitality destination in Hyderabad, while contributing to the city’s growing prominence as a business and investment hub. Our vision is to build on this foundation and establish a long-term presence in the hospitality sector. With IHG’s global expertise complementing our vision and development experience, we look forward to creating lasting value for our guests, our partners and the region.”
Once operational, Crowne Plaza Hyderabad Shamshabad Airport Road will offer 250 keys, including 37 suites. The hotel will feature five food and beverage outlets, including a 187-seat all-day dining restaurant, a 65-seat bar, a 65-seat specialty restaurant, a 65-seat pool bar and a 55-seat lobby lounge. Complementing these will be 1,170 sq. m. of meeting space across five venues, including an 800 sq. m. ballroom, alongside a club lounge, pool, fitness centre, spa and parking spaces.
This signing further strengthens IHG Hotels & Resorts’ presence in Hyderabad and introduces the Crowne Plaza brand to the city, complementing its existing portfolio of two operational Holiday Inn Express hotels and an InterContinental hotel under development. It also reflects IHG’s continued focus on expanding its premium portfolio in high-potential markets across India.
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