ITC HOTELS Brand Welcomhotel strengthens footprint in South with launch of Welcomhotel Guntur

Hyderabad: February 07th, 2022: ITC Hotels recently announced the opening of “Welcomhotel Guntur”, the first LEED Platinum Certified Hotel in Andhra Pradesh. Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri YS Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurated this flagship hotel, which is the latest addition to the State’s rich hospitality destinations, in the presence of ITC Chairman, Mr. Sanjiv Puri.

Speaking on the occasion, the Hon'ble Chief Minister stated that Welcomhotel Guntur will contribute to the development of the city as an economic hub. He also reiterated his faith in the robust partnership with ITC mainly in the areas of tourism, agriculture, and food processing.

Mr. Sanjiv Puri, Chairman, ITC Limited highlighted ITC’s century-long association with the state of Andhra Pradesh and how the Company has over the years strengthened its investments across all the three sectors of the state’s economy – agriculture, manufacturing and services He stated that ITC’s new world-class hotel property in Guntur would make a meaningful contribution to the vibrant tourism landscape of Andhra Pradesh.

Specially designed to provide a delightful and enriching experience to customers, Welcomhotel Guntur has 104 well-appointed guest rooms, including a Presidential Suite, 4 Executive Suites & 4 Standard Suites. The well-designed rooms range from 32 sq. mt. to 130 sq. mt in dimension. With a repertoire of world-class hospitality offerings, the hotel promises to further enrich it’s vibrant tourism and business landscape.

In line with ITC’s Hotel’s credo of ‘Responsible Luxury’, Welcomhotel Guntur is also committed to highest levels of environmental stewardship. The hotel is powered by renewable energy sourced from ITC's own wind energy farm near Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. Powered by its credentials in promoting green energy, the hotel is poised to achieve the coveted LEED Net Zero Carbon status soon. Welcomhotel Guntur also has its own water bottling plant that enables it to serve zero-mile bespoke drinking water in glass bottles christened ‘Sunya Aqua’.

A rich amalgamation of heritage, local aesthetics, contemporary veneers, and modern-day comforts along with ITC Hotels' renowned culinary offerings seamlessly find expression in Welcomhotel Guntur. Among ITC’s signature restaurants resident in the hotel, the WelcomCafe offers a variety of tastefully curated buffet and a la carte spreads. The signature WelcomSthalika presents a palate of the region’s most cherished delicacies on a single platter introducing travellers to the best local recipes. The globally renowned Peshawri presents an award-winning menu of signature dishes cooked in the traditional clay tandoor. The menu offers an unmatched choice of robust flavours in kebabs, vegetarian preparations, and the internationally acclaimed Dal Bukhara. Swizzle, the glamorous green lobby bar offers a large selection of premium beverages and inventive mixology.

Mr. Nakul Anand, Executive Director, ITC Ltd stated, “ITC Hotels takes great pride in launching ‘Welcomhotel Guntur’, the first LEED Platinum certified hotel in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Being the first five-star hotel in the state, Welcomhotel Guntur is reflective of the warmth of Indian hospitality, augmented by our internationally acclaimed standards of service. The new opening will strengthen our footprint in the southern region as Brand Welcomhotel continues to surge forward adding a number of properties across India to its portfolio.”

Welcomhotel Guntur is the new age traveller's key to curated immersive experiences that enrich both business and leisure journeys. The landscape invokes a sense of place from the moment guests enter the Hotel. Once inside, the guests experience tranquillity as they move into the Lobby and beyond. The décor invites openness with the contemporary renditions of glass and marble, while it embraces its rich heritage with local art including Kalamkari and Kondapalli in muted and vivid colours.

Drawing inspiration from its ecosystem, and the fertile environment, the hotel’s brick colour exterior is a tribute to Guntur being the largest chilli market yard in Asia. A land of temples, and art, the tropical climate and beautiful botanical surroundings all find voice in Welcomhotel Guntur with its earthy, vibrant colours, airy interiors, lush vegetation, traditional art, and indigenous flavours.

Welcomhotel Guntur serves as the perfect venue for celebrations, corporate events, weddings, conferences and meetings with pre-function, meeting and banquet venues spread over 836 sq. metres, infused with a grand ambience of jewel tones, enriched with indigenous vibes of Kalamkari art, balanced with sepia toned art.

A well-equipped gymnasium, K by Kaya Kalp- a spa based on time-honoured Indian wellness principles and global wellness concepts, a state-of-the-art salon, and a rooftop pool area are designed to elevate guest experience.

Apart from its multidimensional interventions in agriculture in Andhra Pradesh, ITC has also established 16 manufacturing units and operates 5 hotel properties in the state including the newly launched Welcomhotel in Guntur. The Company’s social investment programmes in the state support livelihoods through several initiatives across Forestry, Watershed, Livestock Development, Primary Education, Vocational Training, Health and Sanitation and Solid Waste Management.

About Welcomhotel:

Welcomhotel is a collection of premium hotels designed for those who demand more and seek bespoke experiences to make the most out of their stay, optimizing their travel intent. With an endeavour to provide immersive and enriching experiences, the brand is reflective of the warmth of Indian culture while upholding the benchmark service standards that ITC Hotels is known for. From curated journeys that enhance leisure trips, to those that help maximize the efficiency of business stays, at Welcomhotel, every effort is made to add value to the new-age traveller. Present in locations ranging from hills to beaches, and deserts to cities, the hotels skilfully blend together local aesthetics and modern-day comforts along with ITC Hotels' renowned culinary expertise. At the heart of everything at Welcomhotel, lies the thought of ‘enrichment’.

About ITC Hotels

With the enduring Namaste as the symbol of its brand experience, ITC Hotels is one of India’s leading luxury hotel chains offering comprehensive hospitality solutions through more than 100 hotels in over 70 destinations in the country. Embodying ‘Responsible Luxury’ as its guiding premise, ITC’s hotels integrates India’s fine tradition of hospitality with globally benchmarked services to reflect the culture and ethos of each destination, through a collection of hotels. The brand features opulent accommodations, state-of-the-art business facilities, renowned signature cuisine and award-winning wellness experiences. ITC’s hotel group operates under six distinct brands; ‘ITC Hotel’ at the Luxury end, ‘Welcomhotel’ in the 5-star segment, ‘Fortune’ in the mid-market to upscale segment and ‘WelcomHeritage’ in the heritage leisure segment.

Brand Mementos in the Luxury segment and brand Storii in the premium segment are the latest addition to the ITC Hotels portfolio.

Each ITC luxury hotel is certified with a *LEED® Platinum rating for its endeavours towards green building, using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient. *LEED® - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

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