Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has announced the opening of Ginger Ahmedabad, Kristar, located in the vibrant neighbourhood of Thaltej. The launch further strengthens Ginger’s footprint in Ahmedabad, one of India’s fastest-growing urban centres.

Speaking on the opening, Ms. Deepika Rao, Executive Vice President – New Businesses & Hotel Openings, IHCL, said, “Ahmedabad is one of India’s fastest-growing urban centres, driven by its thriving industrial and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Ginger’s lean luxe offering resonates with the city’s evolving preference for smart, contemporary stays. With five Ginger hotels present in multiple micro markets of the city, the opening of Ginger Ahmedabad, Kristar reaffirms our commitment to cater to its increasing demand for quality hospitality.”

Designed to offer comfort and convenience, Ginger Ahmedabad, Kristar features well-planned rooms that reflect the brand’s contemporary design language. The hotel also houses Soulinaire, a global cuisine restaurant, catering to varied dining preferences of guests. In addition, the property offers versatile meeting spaces, making it suitable for both business and leisure travellers.

The hotel provides seamless access to key destinations across the city, allowing guests to explore Ahmedabad with ease while enjoying Ginger’s signature blend of functionality, smart design, and efficient service.

Known as the commercial capital of Gujarat, Ahmedabad is home to thriving industries, leading educational institutions, major global events, and iconic architectural landmarks. With this new opening, IHCL continues to strengthen its presence in the city, aligning with its growing demand for modern and reliable hospitality experiences.

Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has announced the launch of Lemon Tree Suites, Gurugram, marking its latest managed property and the brand’s eleventh hotel in Haryana. This opening further strengthens the group’s growing presence in northern India and reinforces its position in the state, where it now has ten operational properties.

Located in Gurugram, a prominent city in Haryana and part of India’s National Capital Region, the hotel sits within one of the country’s major financial and industrial hubs. Often referred to as the Millennium City, Gurugram is known for its modern infrastructure, corporate offices, high-rise developments, and expansive retail spaces, making it a preferred destination for both business and leisure travellers.

Lemon Tree Suites, Gurugram features a total inventory of 246 well-appointed rooms and suites. In the first phase of operations, 151 rooms have opened, with the remaining rooms scheduled to be launched in the second phase. The hotel’s contemporary interiors and thoughtfully designed spaces create a stylish yet comfortable ambience for guests.

Guests can enjoy a range of dining and leisure options at the property, including Citrus Café, the hotel’s all-day multi-cuisine restaurant, and Slounge, a relaxed recreation bar. The hotel also offers several wellness and recreational facilities such as Fresco, the rejuvenating spa, a fully equipped fitness centre, Refresh, a dedicated recreation room, and a swimming pool designed to offer a refreshing escape.

Commenting on the launch, Vishvapreet Singh Cheema, President, Lemon Tree Hotels, said, “With the opening of Lemon Tree Suites, Gurugram, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in the city, which already has eight hotels, including the first one from the brand at Udyog Vihar. Located in a key business hub, this hotel is perfectly suited for both corporate and leisure travellers seeking comfort, convenience, and an elevated stay experience.”

With its blend of modern design, comprehensive facilities, and strategic location, Lemon Tree Suites, Gurugram is positioned to cater to travellers looking for a seamless and comfortable stay in one of NCR’s most dynamic cities.

Atmosphere Core has announced the launch of its fourth brand, ONE Atmosphere, marking a strategic move into the extended-stay segment. The new brand is designed for a new generation of guests who seek the comfort of a home, the structure of a workspace, and the ease of hotel-style services, all brought together under one roof. ONE Atmosphere will offer fully serviced apartments that balance residential freedom with the consistency and reliability of hospitality.

Designed around today’s evolving work–live–travel flow, ONE Atmosphere combines spacious living with branded amenities, seamless concierge services, and thoughtful design elements. The concept responds to changing guest expectations, where travellers are looking beyond traditional hotel rooms and towards flexible living solutions that adapt to different cities, work patterns, and everyday rhythms.

Speaking about the launch, Salil Panigrahi, Managing Director, Atmosphere Core, said, “As travel becomes more fluid and work becomes borderless, guests expect more than a hotel room, they expect a lifestyle solution. They want a space that adapts as they move through different cities, work patterns, and rhythms of everyday life. ONE Atmosphere is designed to meet this shift by offering a reliable model of flexible living that blends the warmth of home with the precision of hospitality. Our spaces will be consistent, functional, design-led, and deeply attuned to how people live today.”

Building on this guest-focused approach, the design of ONE Atmosphere will emphasise efficient layouts complemented by calming materials and curated local art. Each space is planned to feel welcoming, practical, and visually inspiring, while quietly supported by hotel-style services operating in the background. The apartments are created for living rather than short overnight stays, making them suitable for long stays, relocations, project assignments, holidays, and hybrid travel needs.

Across all destinations, the brand will deliver a consistent ‘ONE Experience’, offering guests a portable sense of home regardless of location. This experience will be supported by a comprehensive range of amenities covering leisure, work, and convenience, collectively forming the ‘ONE Promise’. Together, these elements aim to elevate serviced living into a complete lifestyle offering.

Commenting on the brand’s growth potential, Sandeep Ahuja, Managing Director, ONE Atmosphere, said, “the serviced apartment sector is expanding rapidly yet remains highly fragmented. With ONE Atmosphere, we aim to establish a unified standard that can scale with ease while delivering a consistent, comfortable, and efficient experience. By leveraging the operational discipline we’ve developed across our award-winning resorts in the Maldives, we are confident in our ability to set a new global benchmark for extended-stay hospitality”.

ONE Atmosphere’s development pipeline includes a mix of metropolitan, urban, and leisure destinations across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf countries. Additional international markets are also under evaluation as part of the brand’s long-term global expansion strategy.