Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, India’s fastest-growing mid-scale and premium hotel chain, has announced the signing of its latest property, Lemon Tree Hotel, Bhavnagar, Gujarat. The new hotel will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited.

The upcoming property will feature 70 rooms, a restaurant, banquet hall, meeting room, and recreational facilities such as a swimming pool and spa, offering both business and leisure travellers a refreshing and value-driven experience.

Located in the historic coastal city of Bhavnagar in the Saurashtra region, the hotel will cater to travellers exploring the city’s unique blend of tradition and modernity. Bhavnagar, once a princely state capital, is known for its vibrant trade, culture, and maritime heritage, along with attractions like Takhteshwar Temple, Nilambag Palace, and the nearby Blackbuck National Park in Velavadar.

The property enjoys excellent connectivity, situated approximately 217 km from Rajkot International Airport and around 6 km from Bhavnagar Railway Station, with well-developed public and private transport links.

Speaking about the new signing, Vilas Pawar, CEO - Managed & Franchise Business, Lemon Tree Hotels, said,

“With this signing, we will expand our leisure and business portfolio in Gujarat, a state where we have 10 operational and 18 upcoming properties in addition to this one. The state, with its booming commerce, distinct culture and unique geography with a long coastline, is the perfect destination for hospitality. While expanding its footprint across the country across cities of all tiers, this signing by Lemon Tree Hotels perfectly aligns with the company’s vision of offering refreshing and comfortable stays across all destinations.”

This addition further strengthens Lemon Tree Hotels’ presence in Gujarat and reflects the group’s steady growth strategy to reach travellers across India with comfort, consistency, and a fresh approach to hospitality.

Espire Hospitality Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing hospitality companies, has announced the signing of a new Country Inn Hotel in Dehradun, further strengthening its footprint in North India’s leisure and business travel market.

Expected to open in February 2026, the upcoming hotel will offer guests a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and warm hospitality, hallmarks of the Country Inn brand. Designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers, the property will feature 61 well-appointed rooms, making it the largest in the city. It will also house a multi-cuisine restaurant and three large banquets spread over more than 10,000 sq. ft., accommodating up to 600 guests.

Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Akhil Arora, CEO & Managing Director of Espire Hospitality Limited, said, “We are truly delighted to bring the Country Inn experience to the soulful city of Dehradun, a place that beautifully blends nature’s tranquility with a spirit of progress. Dehradun holds a special charm that makes it both, a leisure traveller’s choice and a thriving urban centre. Our new Country Inn hotel will celebrate this harmony, offering guests a combination of warmth, comfort, and heartfelt service that reflects the very essence of the city.”

This new signing marks another milestone in Espire Hospitality Limited’s rapid expansion journey, becoming the 9th signing in the last three months. The group has expanded its footprint across high-potential destinations with recent signings in Rishikesh, Udaipur, Jalandhar, North Goa, Dehradun, and Varanasi, moving closer to its vision of achieving 30 operational hotels by FY26.

Building on its strong and diversified portfolio, Espire Hospitality Limited continues to grow across multiple segments, from its boutique luxury brand, ZANA Luxury Resorts, to the popular Country Inn Hotels & Resorts. The company’s impressive growth journey, which began with the landmark debut of Six Senses Fort Barwara in partnership with InterContinental Hotels Group, today stands as one of the most inspiring success stories in Indian hospitality.

Crowne Plaza Greater Noida welcomed the festive spirit with warmth, flavour, and togetherness at its much-loved Annual Cake Mixing Ceremony, held on October 31, 2025. Themed “Mix, Mingle & Celebrate the Season,” the event set the tone for the holidays, blending tradition and community joy in a delightful afternoon filled with laughter, music, and festive aromas.

The celebration saw bloggers, content creators, and corporate guests come together, donning aprons and gloves to take part in the age-old ritual of mixing dried fruits, nuts, and aromatic spices, the ingredients that will soon mature into the hotel’s signature Christmas cakes. The vibrant spread of ingredients, beautifully arranged, created a feast for the senses and a perfect backdrop for the season’s first celebration.

The highlight of the afternoon was a heartfelt Christmas carol performance by students of Father Agnel School, Greater Noida. Their cheerful medley filled the air with the warmth of the holidays, perfectly capturing the essence of joy and togetherness that defines the season.

Guests were also treated to an elegant spread of gourmet small plates curated by the hotel’s culinary team. The menu featured Fresh Burrata with Basil Oil and Sundried Tomato on Olive Sourdough, Peri-Peri Corn and Olive Puffs, Cheese and Edamame Dim Sum with Truffle Oil, Smoked Chicken Rolls with Spiced Tamarind Chutney, Tempura Prawns with Mustard Dressing, and decadent desserts like Winter Fruit Tartlets and Five Spice Dark Chocolate Slice.

Speaking on the occasion, Sharad K Upadhyay, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, said “The Cake Mixing Ceremony is a cherished tradition that marks the joyful beginning of our festive season. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, share laughter, and create lasting memories. The enthusiasm of our guests and the energy of the young carolers made this year’s celebration truly special.”

Echoing the sentiment, Chef Arun Vats, Executive Chef, Crowne Plaza Greater Noida, added, “This ceremony is the soul of the season for us. Every ingredient we mix carries a wish for happiness, prosperity, and warmth for the year ahead. Our team takes great pride in preparing these festive cakes, which are a symbol of togetherness and a 17th-century-old tradition that began in England, where the community came together to prepare for the harsh winters.”

The freshly mixed fruits and nuts will now be soaked in spirits for the coming weeks, allowing the flavours to develop before being baked into rich Christmas and New Year cakes. Guests can look forward to savouring these festive creations throughout the holiday season at Crowne Plaza Greater Noida.