Hilton expands footprint in North India with first DoubleTree by Hilton in Chandigarh region

Positioned to cater to both business and leisure travelers, the new hotel promises to deliver DoubleTree by Hilton’s signature warm hospitality in this key gateway city. With this latest development, Hilton aims to further expand its footprint in the region, tapping into the growing demand for premium hospitality services in one of North India’s most vibrant economic and cultural hubs.

Developed in partnership with Mubarakpur Farming Company, the hotel is set to open in 2025 and will be the first branded hotel in the area to offer extensive banqueting facilities, catering to the region’s growing demand for weddings and MICE events. 

Zubin Saxena, senior vice president and regional head, South Asia, Hilton, said, “The signing of DoubleTree by Hilton Chandigarh Kakrali is a pivotal moment in our growth strategy for North India.

“This marks our entry into the dynamic tri-city region of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula, renowned for its high per-capita income, planned urban development, and strategic importance as a gateway to popular hill stations like Shimla, Kufri, Kasauli, and Chail.

“With its extensive banqueting facilities, and resort-style design, this property is uniquely positioned to cater to the region’s strong demand for weddings, leisure, and corporate travel,” Saxena said.

The upcoming DoubleTree by Hilton will feature contemporary accommodations including elegantly designed guest rooms, over 7,500 square feet of versatile meeting and event spaces, and a range of dining options that embody the brand’s hallmark of warm and welcoming service.

Situated on a five-acre estate, the hotel will offer standard rooms, cottages, and spacious suites, all combining comfort and style. Strategically located in Kakrali, next to the Palace Banquet and Lawns, the hotel will be a 15-minute drive from Panchkula IT Park, 25 minutes from Chandigarh IT Park and provide easy access to Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh.

Guests can enjoy a range of amenities catering to both business and leisure travelers, including an indoor and outdoor pool, spa, fitness centre, and a dedicated kids’ activity room.

A Mubarakpur Farming Company spokesperson, said, “The tri-city area of Chandigarh is a vibrant and emerging business and weddings hub that has witnessed a surge in both commerce and tourism in recent years. With Hilton’s world-class hospitality standards, complemented by the hotel’s resort-style design and extensive banqueting facilities, we are confident this property will perfectly address the growing demand for accommodations and MICE facilities as it welcomes leisure and business travelers to the region”.

Clarence Tan, Senior Vice President, Development, APAC, at Hilton,  said, “DoubleTree by Hilton is expanding rapidly across India with 11 hotels currently trading and a further eight in the pipeline, making the brand a significant part of our estate. We look forward to bringing our signature DoubleTree hospitality to Chandigarh.”

Hilton’s portfolio of trading and pipeline hotels in South Asia now stands at 56, reflecting the company’s strong growth trajectory in the region. The addition of DoubleTree by Hilton Chandigarh Kakrali underscores Hilton’s commitment to bringing world-class hospitality to emerging business and leisure destinations in India.

Source: Media Brief