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IHCL launches Gateway with the opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala

Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has announced an addition to its brandscape with the launch of Gateway, a full-service upscale hotel offering. 

IHCL launches Gateway with the opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala
IHCL launches Gateway with the opening of Gateway Bekal in Kerala

Speaking on the occasion, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, IHCL, said, “Expanding IHCL’s brandscape, the reimagined Gateway introduces a full-service hotel offering in the upscale segment, an ideal fit to capture growth opportunities in micro markets of metros and Tier II and Tier III cities. Gateway will cater to the increasing domestic demand for quality accommodations with large banqueting facilities in emerging cities.” 

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, IHCL
Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and CEO, IHCL

He added, “The brand roll-out commences with the opening of Gateway Bekal today along with the migration of four operating hotels in Nashik, Coonoor, Madurai and Chikmagalur. The current brand portfolio of 17 hotels will scale to 100 hotels by 2030.”

Leah Tata, Vice President & Brand Leader, Gateway Hotels & Resorts, Indian Hotels Company Limited, said, “A riverside retreat nestled amidst the serene backwaters of Kerala, Gateway Bekal serves as a unique canvas, showcasing the destination’s character through art, design, and cultural nuances. Experiential touchpoints like the unique hi-tea cart in the hotel lobbies highlights local food culture and serves as a window to the destination.” 

Gateway Bekal offers 151 well-appointed guest rooms, cottages, suites and villas. Guests can indulge in birdwatching, local art and dance workshops, and houseboat rides and the 1.5 km jogging track by the serene riverside.

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