Radisson Hotel Group Strengthens Mumbai Metropolitan Footprint through Dual Hotel Signings with Vihang Group in Thane and Mira Bhayandar

In line with its strategy to strengthen its presence in metro cities, Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of two new properties — Radisson Hotel Mumbai Thane and Radisson Hotel Mumbai Mira Bhayandar — with leading real estate developers Vihang Group and Vihang Ahead. This dual signing of 217 keys underscores the Group’s focus on expanding in high-growth peripheral corridors of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, as demand for hospitality continues to extend beyond traditional business districts.

New Properties
- Radisson Hotel Mumbai Thane – 114 rooms, developed by Vihang Group.
- Radisson Hotel Mumbai Mira Bhayandar – 103 rooms, developed by Vihang Ahead at Vihang Ventura.
- Notably, this will be the first five-star hotel in Mira Bhayandar, marking a milestone for the region.

Strategic Expansion
- These signings add 217 keys to Radisson’s portfolio, strengthening its footprint in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
- Focus is on emerging business corridors outside traditional districts, driven by infrastructure growth, IT and BFSI sector expansion, and rising demand for branded hospitality.

Location Advantages
- Thane: Situated along Pokhran Road, with connectivity to NH-48, Thane Railway Station, and both Mumbai airports.
- Mira Bhayandar: Located on Mira Bhayandar Road, benefiting from NH-48 access and upcoming Metro Line 9, transforming the area into a premium urban destination.

Facilities
Both hotels will feature:
- All-day dining and specialty restaurants
- Bar and banquet/meeting spaces for MICE demand
- Leisure amenities including gym and swimming pool

Leadership Insights
- Nikhil Sharma (MD & COO, South Asia, RHG): Emphasized expansion into emerging business corridors to capture new demand.
- Davashish Srivastava (Sr. Director, Development, South Asia, RHG): Highlighted the value of mixed-use developments integrating hospitality with retail and commercial ecosystems.
- Pratap Sarnaik (Founder, Vihang Group): Called the partnership a milestone in elevating living standards in MMR.
- Purvesh Pratap Sarnaik (Director, Vihang Ahead): Framed the Mira Bhayandar project as a badge of pride, setting a new lifestyle benchmark.

Broader Context
Radisson Hotel Group is one of India’s largest international hotel operators, with 200+ hotels in operation and development, and a strong presence in both tier-1 and tier-2/3 markets.

This dual signing reflects RHG’s strategy of early entry into high-potential micro-markets, positioning itself to capture the next wave of urban expansion in India’s metros.