IHCL Opens Ekante Bliss – IHCL Seleqtions In The Temple City Of Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

MUMBAI, FEBRUARY 15, 2024: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the opening of Ekante Bliss,an IHCL SeleQtions branded hotel in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The city is home to the sacred shrine of Tirumala Venkateswara Temple.

"We are delighted to inaugurate Ekante Bliss, an IHCL SeleQtions hotel in the revered temple city of Tirupati, renowned for its legendary Venkateswara Temple drawing millions of devotees annually. This addition further cements IHCL's robust footprint in significant spiritual destinations across India.”

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, The Indian Hotels Company

The 113-key Ekante Bliss – IHCL SeleQtions is strategically located in the heart of the city, a convenient drive from Tirupati Airport, and offers a captivating view of the Tirumala temple. The hotel’s elegant décor, inspired by the temple, incorporates refined design elements that pay tribute to this iconic spiritual site. Guests can indulge in an array of culinary delights at Vyom, the all-day diner, Azure the open-air café, unwind at Amruth the bar, or rejuvenate at the swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. The hotel also features expansive event spaces, complete with versatile pre-function areas, perfectly suited for hosting both intimate gatherings and lavish celebrations.

Ekante Bliss, Tirupati – IHCL SeleQtions, is the perfect place to stay and explore the city. I look forward to welcoming guests to the new address in Tirupati,”

Vineet Soni, General Manager, Ekante Bliss, Tirupati – IHCL SeleQtions. 

Tirupati is known as the spiritual capital of the state of Andhra Pradesh. With its natural beauty, cultural heritage, and spiritual aura, it offers many attractions for tourists.

With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have six hotels across Taj, SeleQtions, Vivanta and Ginger in Andhra Pradesh including one under development.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as India’s Strongest Brand 2023 as per Brand Finance; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel - The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 285 hotels including 84 under development globally across 4 continents, 13 countries and in over 100 locations. The Indian Hotels

Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.

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