Ananta Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to launch Ananta Express, Katra, marking a strategic expansion into pilgrimage-focused destinations across India. Strategically located opposite the Katra Railway Station and close to the Searli Helipad, the upcoming hotel offers seamless connectivity for devotees travelling to the Vaishno Devi shrine.
Tailored for spiritual and religious travellers, Ananta Express, Katra, will house 45 well-appointed rooms, comprising 42 executive rooms and three suites. In addition, the property will offer essential amenities, including a restaurant, boardroom, gymnasium, and dedicated parking. Furthermore, in keeping with the sensitivities of pilgrimage travel, the hotel will operate as a pure vegetarian property.
Sharing insights on the launch, Rupam Das, Chief Operating Officer, Ananta Hotels & Resorts (Ananta Global), said, “With Ananta Express, Katra, we are deepening our commitment to hospitality that aligns with India’s spiritual fabric. We see a renewed energy in pilgrimage-led travel, and this hotel has been designed to serve that purpose with thoughtful simplicity, efficient comfort, and the dependable warmth Ananta is known for.”
The group will manage the Katra hotel under a management contract, reinforcing its asset-light growth approach. As part of its broader expansion strategy, Ananta Hotels & Resorts continues to explore opportunities across prominent pilgrimage hubs and emerging regional markets. In addition to Katra, the group is entering Somnath and is actively evaluating destinations such as the Statue of Unity region and Surat, further strengthening its presence in religious and high-potential travel corridors.
