InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort has reaffirmed its leadership with Anand Nair at the helm as General Manager, following the successful completion of the resort’s multi-million-dollar transformation. His leadership continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening the property’s position as one of South India’s leading luxury resort destinations.
With over 30 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Anand brings extensive expertise in hotel operations, business strategy, guest experience, commercial performance, and people leadership. His career spans some of the industry’s most respected hospitality brands across India and international markets.
This appointment contributes to the hospitality sector’s organisational development, reflecting leadership appointments in hospitality.Three Decades of Hospitality Leadership
Anand began his hospitality career in 1995 as a Management Trainee with The Leela Hotels, Palaces & Resorts at The Leela Kempinski Mumbai, where he spent more than five years building a strong foundation in luxury hotel operations and guest services.
He later joined The Taj Group of Hotels, taking on assignments across Sri Lanka, Nashik, Taj Gateway, and Taj Residency Bangalore, gaining broad operational exposure across multiple hospitality markets.
His next leadership assignment came with Sarovar Hotels, where he served as General Manager of a backwater resort in Kerala. During his eight-year tenure, he successfully launched the property, strengthened its market positioning, and enhanced guest experiences. His contributions earned him the General Manager of the Year Award twice at Sarovar Hotels.
A Distinguished Journey with IHG Hotels & Resorts
Anand’s association with IHG Hotels & Resorts began with his appointment as General Manager of InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, he simultaneously led both InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort and Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park, demonstrating operational resilience during one of the industry’s most challenging periods.
He later served as General Manager of Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park for four years, where he strengthened commercial performance and operational excellence.
Throughout his tenure with IHG, Anand has received the prestigious IHG Owners Impact Award for General Manager of the Year on three occasions across the India, Middle East and Africa region.
Leading the Resort’s Transformation
Returning to InterContinental Chennai Mahabalipuram Resort, Anand led the property’s comprehensive multi-million-dollar renovation and repositioning.
Under his leadership, the resort has been reintroduced with upgraded facilities, enhanced guest experiences, and a renewed luxury identity, reinforcing its position within IHG’s global luxury portfolio.
As General Manager, Anand continues to focus on innovation, service excellence, commercial growth, and delivering elevated guest experiences while guiding the resort into its next phase of growth.
