IHG Hotels & Resorts Introduces Vignette Collection to India with Luxury Hotel in Panchkula

First Vignette Collection Property in India to Open in Early 2026

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of its first Vignette Collection hotel in India, marking a significant milestone in the group’s luxury and lifestyle expansion strategy. The upcoming 145-room luxury hotel in Panchkula, scheduled to open in early 2026, will be developed in partnership with Hanu Overseas.

The signing reinforces IHG’s focus on strengthening its presence in high-growth luxury destinations across India, particularly within the rapidly evolving Chandigarh Metropolitan Region.

Vignette Collection: Purposeful Luxury with Distinct Identity

Vignette Collection is IHG’s curated portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury and lifestyle hotels, created for travellers seeking immersive, locally rooted experiences. The brand allows owners of premium independent hotels to retain their unique identity while benefiting from IHG’s global distribution, operational expertise, and loyalty platform, IHG One Rewards.

Career Background

Recognised for its emphasis on purposeful luxury, memorable rituals, and authentic connections to place, Vignette Collection delivers individuality backed by the scale and strength of a global hospitality group.

Panchkula’s Strategic Importance in the Tri-City Region

Located within the Chandigarh tri-city cluster, Panchkula is emerging as a key economic and lifestyle destination. The region is home to major IT parks, automotive companies, pharmaceutical and manufacturing hubs, public sector undertakings, and leading national institutions, generating consistent demand across business, leisure, and event-driven travel.

Its growing infrastructure and year-round commercial activity make Panchkula a strategic choice for the brand’s India debut.

Hotel Features and Guest Experience

Key Achievements

The upcoming Vignette Collection hotel in Panchkula will feature 145 rooms, including 11 suites, designed to reflect the brand’s ethos of individuality and meaningful hospitality.

The hotel will offer four dining venues, including a signature restaurant, a lobby lounge, and a private dining space. Wellness and leisure amenities will include a swimming pool, spa, fitness centre, curated retail spaces, and ample parking facilities.

With more than 2,200 square metres of dedicated meeting and event space, the property is well set to cater to MICE demand, corporate gatherings, social events, and destination weddings, a fast-growing segment in the region.

Leadership Commentary

Current Role & Responsibilities

Commenting on the signing, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said that the introduction of Vignette Collection to India represents a key step in expanding IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio. He noted that the brand aligns well with the increasing demand for deeply personal, locally inspired hospitality experiences, supported by IHG’s global systems and loyalty ecosystem.

Representing the ownership, Aman Gupta stated that the partnership aims to establish a new benchmark for luxury hospitality in Panchkula. He added that the hotel will be designed to celebrate its unique identity while offering thoughtfully carefully selected rooted in a strong sense of place.

Strengthening IHG’s Regional Development Pipeline

The Panchkula signing further strengthens IHG’s development momentum in the Chandigarh Metropolitan Region, joining upcoming projects such as Crowne Plaza Chandigarh Zirakpur and Holiday Inn & Suites Chandigarh Zirakpur, reinforcing the group’s long-term commitment to this key market.