Espire Hospitality Limited expands footprint with the launch of Country Inn, Varanasi

Bringing modern comfort to India’s Spiritual Capital

 14^th January 2026: Espire Hospitality Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing hospitality companies, announces the opening of ‘Country Inn, Varanasi’, expanding its Country Inn Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Located in the heart of one of the world’s oldest living cities, this new hotel marks another important step in Espire Hospitality’s rapid expansion across high-potential destinations.

 Set against the timeless charm and spiritual energy of the city, Country Inn, Varanasi offers a seamless blend of contemporary design and warm hospitality, creating a peaceful space for both leisure and business travellers. Ideally located near the city’s iconic ghats and sacred temples, the hotel offers guests the perfect balance of modern accommodation and accessibility. It features thoughtfully designed Guestrooms with fresh interiors, soothing tones, high-speed Wi-Fi, and premium amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also indulge in a delightful dining experience at SUTRA By Banaras, the hotel’s multi-cuisine restaurant offering Indian and international flavours in a warm, inviting ambience with both indoor and outdoor seating options.

“Varanasi is a city of unparalleled spiritual depth, shaped by its cultural richness, history and tradition. We are proud to bring Country Inn to this sacred destination, thoughtfully creating a space that resonates with the city’s timeless spirit while offering contemporary comfort and our signature warm hospitality. With the opening of Country Inn, Varanasi, our endeavour is to offer travellers a fresh and modern space to pause and immerse themselves in the timeless charm of this beautiful city.”

Akhil Arora, CEO & Managing Director, Espire Hospitality Limited,

The opening of Country Inn, Varanasi further strengthens Espire Hospitality Limited’s growing portfolio across India. With recent signings in destinations such as Rishikesh, Udaipur, Jalandhar, North Goa, Dehradun, and Varanasi, the group continues to move steadily towards its vision of 30 operational hotels by FY26.

 With a diversified brand presence ranging from boutique luxury experiences under ZANA Luxury Resorts to the trusted and popular Country Inn Hotels & Resorts, Espire Hospitality Limited continues to shape one of the most inspiring growth journeys in Indian hospitality.