Ascott Expands in India with Oakwood Ekana Serviced Residences in Lucknow

Ascott Expands in India with Oakwood Ekana Serviced Residences in Lucknow

By Nishang Narayan

Published on March 3, 2025

The Ascott Limited is strengthening its presence in India with the signing of Oakwood Ekana, a 350-unit serviced residence project in Lucknow, in partnership with Ekana Infra Projects LLP. This development aligns with Lucknow’s rapid infrastructure growth, marking a significant milestone in the city's hospitality landscape.

The signing ceremony was attended by key representatives from both companies, including Uday Sinha, Chairman of Ekana Infra Projects LLP, and Ngor Houai Lee, Chief Operating Officer, EMEA, South Asia, and China, along with other senior officials from Ascott Limited.

Commitment to Comfort & Luxury

The project is designed to offer a home-away-from-home experience, combining comfort, convenience, and upscale living for business and leisure travelers. Vikas Ray, Vice President & Head of South Asia for The Ascott Limited, highlighted the importance of this collaboration, stating:

“This exciting project is a testament to the strong partnership between Ascott and Ekana Infra Projects. We are delighted to bring this prestigious Oakwood property to Lucknow, offering a superior product that will redefine the city’s serviced residences landscape.”

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Uday Sinha, Chairman of Ekana Infra Projects LLP, echoed the enthusiasm, saying:

“We are delighted to partner with The Ascott Limited on this landmark project. Ascott’s expertise in serviced residences makes them the ideal partner to bring world-class hospitality to Lucknow. We look forward to building more premium hospitality assets together.”

Ascott’s Growing Footprint in India

With Oakwood Ekana, Ascott continues its expansion in India, bringing global standards to both metropolitan and emerging markets. This partnership highlights Ascott’s commitment to catering to evolving traveler needs, ensuring a seamless blend of luxury and functionality in Lucknow’s hospitality sector.


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