IHCL Signs A Gateway Hotel And Convention Centre Near Bengaluru Airport

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Gateway Hotel and Convention Centre in Kanamangala, Devanahalli, near Bengaluru Airport, Karnataka. This is a greenfield project.

New Gateway Hotel & Convention Centre
- Location: Kanamangala, Devanahalli, close to Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru.
- Project Type: Greenfield development in partnership with Hombale Group.
- Capacity: 300-key Gateway Hotel with a Convention Centre.

Facilities & Amenities
- Dining: All-day restaurant, specialty restaurant, bar, and lounge.
- Leisure: Fully equipped gym and swimming pool.
- Meetings & Events: Versatile banquet spaces and meeting rooms.
- Largest banquet hall: 16,000 sq. ft., ideal for large conferences and social events.

Strategic Context
- Bengaluru recognized as one of India’s fastest-growing cities with strong business and infrastructure growth.
- North Bengaluru, especially around the airport, is emerging as a major growth corridor.
- This signing aligns with IHCL’s strategy to scale in micro-markets and capture demand from corporate and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) segments.

Leadership Perspectives
- Suma Venkatesh, EVP – Real Estate & Development, IHCL:
> “This signing aligns with our strategy to build scale in the micro‑market addressing rising demand from corporate and MICE segments.”

- Shailaja Vijay Kiragandur, Hombale Group:
> “We are happy to partner with IHCL to bring the Gateway brand to North Bengaluru aligning with the region’s growth trajectory.”

IHCL’s Presence in Bengaluru
- With this addition, IHCL will have 20 hotels in Bengaluru, including 11 under development.
- Strengthens IHCL’s position as India’s largest hospitality company with a portfolio of 628 hotels globally (255 in pipeline).

This project is a strong signal of IHCL’s intent to dominate the airport hospitality and convention space, blending business travel with upscale leisure.