IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of a management agreement with Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited for the development of Holiday Inn Mandi in Himachal Pradesh. The signing marks another step in the company's growth strategy in India, further strengthening its presence in emerging commercial and transit destinations across North India.

The upcoming hotel will feature 100 rooms and suites and will be strategically located in Mandi along the Chandigarh–Manali corridor. With strong connectivity between the National Capital Region and popular leisure destinations in Himachal Pradesh, the hotel is expected to serve a mix of business, leisure and transit travellers.

Holiday Inn remains one of IHG's most recognised brands globally, known for delivering comfortable and welcoming stays for travellers. In India, the brand continues to witness strong growth, with 17 operational hotels and 34 additional properties currently in the pipeline, highlighting its appeal across business, leisure and emerging destination markets.

The hotel's location in Mandi positions it close to a key administrative and commercial hub in the state. Supported by improving regional infrastructure and connectivity, the property is expected to benefit from growing travel demand in the region.

In addition to its guest rooms, Holiday Inn Mandi will feature three food and beverage outlets along with flexible event facilities, including a ballroom designed to cater to meetings, social gatherings and celebrations.

Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We continue to see strong opportunities to expand our presence across emerging destinations in India, supported by improving infrastructure and growing travel demand. The signing of Holiday Inn Mandi marks an important step in strengthening our footprint in Himachal Pradesh, as we bring globally recognised brands to high-potential commercial and transit markets.”

Sharing his views on the partnership, Amit Bajaj, Director, Mac View Infrabiz Private Limited, said: “We are delighted to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce the globally recognised Holiday Inn brand to Mandi. The city’s growing importance as a commercial, administrative, and transit hub presents a strong opportunity for quality branded hospitality. With IHG’s global expertise and trusted brands, we are confident that Holiday Inn Mandi will deliver consistent, high-quality experiences and emerge as a preferred choice for travellers visiting the region.”

IHG currently operates 52 hotels across seven brands in India, including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels and Resorts, Vignette Collection, Crowne Plaza, voco Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort and Holiday Inn Express. The company also has a robust pipeline of 98 hotels expected to open across the country over the next three to five years.