Hilton has announced that it will debut in the Indian state of Punjab in 2026 with the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Amritsar.
DoubleTree by Hilton Amritsar will be situated in Ranjeet Avenue, near by the world famous Golden Temple. The location will provide travellers with convenient access to not only the city’s cultural and religious sites but also to prime commercial and business zones.
We are excited to partner with Woodgrain Exports Private Limited to debut the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Amritsar. With its strategic location in the heart of one of the renowned pilgrimage centers in India, DoubleTree by Hilton Amritsar will be well positioned to serve business and leisure travellers in Punjab. With this latest signing, we are on track to double our presence in the country in the next five years, as we remain focused on working with the right partners to introduce the right brand to the right location.
said Navjit Ahluwalia, Senior Vice President and Country Head – India, Hilton.
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The hotel will feature 116 guest rooms and suites, multiple specialised dining options, a spa, a fitness centre and large banquet and meeting spaces. The hotel will feature lush green lawns, modern architecture and design.
We are thrilled to partner with Hilton to bring the first-ever DoubleTree by Hilton-branded hotel in Punjab. Amritsar is known for its rich culture, tradition and history, attracting travellers from India and across the world. We look forward to working with Hilton and together deliver value and excellent customer experience synonymous with DoubleTree by Hilton brand.
said Gurinder Bhatti, Managing Director,Wondergrain Exports Private Limited, with whom Hilton has signed an agreement for this hotel.
Notably, large hospitality companies like Marriott, Hyatt and IHG already have hotel(s) in Amritsar, which is considered as a very big market for leisure travel due to the presence of many tourism sites in and around the city.
Meanwhile, Hilton recently announced that its Hilton Garden Inn brand will debut in Mauritius.
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