lebua, the international Thai luxury hospitality brand renowned for its iconic properties in Bangkok and beyond, has announced its return to India with the opening of a boutique luxury hotel in Udaipur. The launch marks a significant milestone for lebua as it re-enters India’s luxury hospitality space.
Scheduled to open in Q3 2025, lebua Udaipur will feature 49 rooms, a signature restaurant, an intimate bar, a lounge, and spa and wellness facilities focused on holistic wellbeing. Expansive banquet and event spaces will make the property a prime choice for destination weddings, celebrations, and MICE gatherings. Designed to blend lebua’s contemporary flair with Udaipur’s cultural legacy, the hotel will deliver an authentic yet elevated experience.
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Narawadee Bualert, President & CEO of lebua, said:
This opening is not just about expanding into a new market — it is about returning to India with renewed energy and vision, As a Thai luxury brand with an international presence, lebua has always been defined by extraordinary guest experiences and culinary excellence. Udaipur’s timeless beauty and cultural vibrancy make it the perfect stage for our India comeback. Guests can expect lebua’s uncompromising standards, bespoke experiences, and heartfelt hospitality that we are celebrated for worldwide.
Rajan Khurana, Vice President – Operations of lebua, added:
Earlier in my career, I had the privilege of managing a lebua property in Udaipur, which gave me a profound appreciation for the city’s heritage, culture, and the refined expectations of its travellers. To return now with another lebua hotel is both a homecoming and a professional milestone. This new boutique property reflects our vision of intimate, distinctive luxury — staying deeply connected to the spirit of Udaipur while showcasing lebua’s world-class standards of hospitality and experience.
Lokesh Ahuja, Director of Saga Twenty First Leisure Pvt. Ltd., commented:
Partnering with lebua gives us absolute confidence that this hotel will set a new benchmark for Udaipur. The city deserves a property that honors its heritage while elevating service excellence to international standards. With lebua’s expertise in creating extraordinary dining and guest experiences, we are confident this hotel will quickly become one of Udaipur’s most iconic addresses.
The hotel’s design will incorporate local artistry, integrated with lebua’s distinctive aesthetic. Guests will enjoy panoramic views, cultural immersions, wellness experiences, and dining that highlights Kulvinder Singh Appointed General Manager at Krishnangan Hotel & Resort, Bikaner flavors alongside international and Thai culinary influences. The event spaces will provide a regal backdrop for weddings and corporate functions, reinforcing lebua Udaipur as a premier venue for leisure and events.
With lebua Udaipur, the group reaffirms its commitment to India while signalling further growth. Additional projects are planned in India and Thailand, all focused on unique experiences and culinary excellence. These developments are expected to enhance lebua’s reputation as a leader in creating one-of-a-kind hospitality experiences across Asia.
lebua is a Thai international luxury brand known for exceptional service, distinctive design, and immersive guest journeys. Acclaimed globally for its restaurants and sky-high venues in Bangkok, lebua has established properties in Thailand, New Zealand, and India, and continues to redefine luxury hospitality for discerning travellers worldwide.