IHG Hotels & Resorts joins hands with YB Group to enhance its portfolio in Mumbai with Holiday Inn Express Mumbai BKC

India, 18 December 2025: IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with the Yb Group for the development of Holiday Inn Express Mumbai BKC. Scheduled to open in Q1 2028, the upcoming hotel marks a relevant addition to IHG’s essentials offerings in Mumbai, further reinforcing the company’s growth strategy to grow in high demand and potential markets across India.

Situated on the periphery of Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) — Mumbai’s most coveted commercial district and a thriving base for corporate headquarters, consulates, cultural venues, high-end hotels, dining, luxury malls. The hotel will provide guests with exceptional connectivity to the core of the city’s business capital. Upon opening, it is expected to aattract a strong blend of international and domestic business delegates, MICE visitors and travellers across business and leisure categories.

As IHG’s largest and fastest-growing brand with over 3,200 hotels globally, Holiday Inn Express delivers more where it matters most—offering travellers simple, smart hospitality designed to balance efficiency with comfort. With the rollout of its Generation 5 design, the brand continues to elevate the essentials, combining flexible workspaces and refreshed aesthetics tailored for both business and leisure stays. 

Commenting on the announcement, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said:“We are pleased to partner with the Yb Group to introduce Holiday Inn Express to Mumbai’s BKC district, an address synonymous with global business. This signing marks an important milestone in strengthening our presence in India’s financial capital. With its exceptional location and strong year-round corporate demand, the hotel is poised to become a preferred choice for travellers seeking a modern, efficient, and comfortable stay experience in Mumbai.”

Ms. Tinaaz Wadia, Asset Manager - Real Estate Strategy for YB Group, commented:
“Our partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts to bring Holiday Inn Express to the periphery of BKC underscores our continued focus on building institutional-grade assets in core business districts. Backed by IHG’s global network, trusted brand strength, and robust systems, we are confident that Holiday Inn Express Mumbai BKC will set a new benchmark in the segment and elevate the stay experience for business and MICE travellers.”

The upcoming property will be IHG Hotels & Resorts’ third Holiday Inn Express under development in Mumbai, complementing projects underway in Andheri–Kurla Road and Powai. IHG also has a voco hotel slated to open in mid-2026, along with an operational portfolio that includes InterContinental Marine Drive Mumbai and Holiday Inn Mumbai International Airport.

IHG® currently has 51 hotels operating across six brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco™ Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort® and Holiday Inn Express®, and a strong pipeline of 80 hotels due to open in the next 3-5 years.