The development will add to IHCL’s Gateway portfolio and cater to travellers visiting Agra for leisure, business and social events. The hotel will feature multiple dining venues, wellness facilities and dedicated spaces for meetings, weddings and other gatherings.
The deal reflects IHCL’s commitment to growth, aligning with activity in new hotel agreements.IHCL Partners with Raj Kailash Hospitality LLP
Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President, Real Estate and Development, IHCL, said,
“Agra is an integral part of India’s tourism landscape and one of the country’s most iconic destinations. As a key stop on the Golden Triangle circuit alongside Delhi and Jaipur, the city continues to attract domestic and international travellers alike. Beyond tourism, Agra is evolving into a significant urban centre in Uttar Pradesh, supported by infrastructure development, new townships, and upcoming IT parks. We are delighted to partner with Raj Kailash Hospitality LLP for this project.”
The project will be developed in partnership with Raj Kailash Hospitality LLP. The hotel’s location along the Yamuna Expressway is expected to provide access for visitors travelling to Agra, which forms part of the Golden Triangle circuit alongside Delhi and Jaipur.
Gateway Agra to Feature Dining and Wellness Facilities
The 232-key Gateway Agra will offer an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant and a bar. Its wellness facilities will include a gym and swimming pool, providing guests with options for fitness and recreation during their stay.
The hotel will also cater to meetings, weddings and social events through spacious banquet halls, a conference room and meeting rooms. These facilities will support both corporate gatherings and private celebrations, alongside the property’s accommodation and dining offerings.
Raj Kailash Hospitality LLP Highlights Agra’s Growth
Mr. Kishore Kumar Gupta and Mrs. Mani Gupta, Promoters, Raj Kailash Hospitality LLP, said, “Agra is a destination with strong tourism demand and growing infrastructure. We are pleased to partner with IHCL to bring Gateway to the city.”
The signing comes as Agra continues to draw domestic and international visitors, supported by its tourism appeal and infrastructure development. Home to the Taj Mahal, the city remains one of India’s most recognised destinations and an important stop on the Golden Triangle circuit.
IHCL Expands Its Presence in Uttar Pradesh
With the addition of Gateway Agra, IHCL will have 64 hotels in Uttar Pradesh, including 27 under development. The project will strengthen the company’s footprint in the state and add to its portfolio in a market that combines established tourism demand with ongoing urban development.
The greenfield hotel will bring accommodation, dining, wellness and event facilities to the Yamuna Expressway corridor, serving visitors to Agra as well as guests travelling for business and social occasions.
