InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Hotels & Resorts has entered a franchise agreement to develop Garner Hotel Ahmedabad Motera, a 40-room property scheduled to open in 2029. The hotel will be developed by Devpriya Buildcon and operated by United Hospitality Management (UHM) India. Its location is at the Motera-Sabarmati junction in North Ahmedabad, a strategic commercial zone.
Hotel Development and Existing IHG Portfolio in Ahmedabad
The Garner Hotel Ahmedabad Motera will be part of a larger mixed-use development incorporating retail spaces, banquet halls, restaurants, and a hospital. IHG currently manages two hotels in Ahmedabad: Crowne Plaza Ahmedabad City Centre and Holiday Inn Express Ahmedabad Prahlad Nagar. Additionally, the group
has a Holiday Inn property under development in the city.
Strategic Statements from IHG, UHM, and Developer
IHG’s Managing Director for South West Asia emphasized Ahmedabad’s growth as a commercial and infrastructure hub with expanding connectivity, noting that the new Garner hotel aligns with IHG’s focus on value-conscious travelers and promising markets. The Managing Director of United Hospitality Management India highlighted the expanding partnership with IHG and the confidence owners place in combining global brand strength with local management expertise. The partner at Devpriya Buildcon cited Ahmedabad’s economic and infrastructural development as key factors attracting branded hospitality, with the partnership supporting their vision for modern travel assets.
Garner Brand Positioning and Expansion Plans
Garner, IHG’s fastest-growing global brand, targets midscale conversions offering essential comforts, accessible price points, and quality breakfasts. The brand benefits from IHG’s operational standards and loyalty ecosystem. In India, IHG currently operates 53 hotels across six brands, with a pipeline of 110 projected to open over the next three to five years. This new Garner hotel expands IHG’s presence in Ahmedabad, a city notable for its corporate districts and infrastructure projects such as the Narendra Modi Stadium and Sabarmati Bullet Train hub.
