IHG Hotels & Resorts has entered into a management agreement with DC Constructions—the construction arm of Urban Oasis Hospitality—to develop Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport. The 100-key greenfield property will open in 2028, strengthening IHG’s presence in Eastern India and expanding the brand’s footprint across key travel corridors.
Situated close to Bagdogra International Airport, the upcoming Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport will cater to rising demand from business and transit travelers passing through Siliguri. The city serves as a major commercial hub in West Bengal and a critical gateway to the Eastern Himalayas, Northeast India, and cross-border routes into Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. As IHG’s largest and fastest-growing brand with more than 3,200 hotels worldwide, Holiday Inn Express focuses on offering simple, smart hospitality that balances comfort with efficiency. Through its Generation 5 design philosophy, the brand continues to modernize guest essentials with flexible workspaces and refreshed interiors suited for both business and leisure stays.
Commenting on the development, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director, South West Asia, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “We are delighted to announce the signing of Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport, marking another milestone in our expansion across strategic gateway cities in India. This signing exemplifies the growth momentum of our Holiday Inn Express brand in India, which continues to be a top choice for guests seeking consistent, modern comfort and for owners looking for a proven, high-return investment.”
Speaking on behalf of the ownership, Avinash Tiwari, Managing Director, DC Constructions, added, “We are proud to partner with IHG Hotels & Resorts for Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport. Siliguri’s growing importance as both a travel hub and commercial destination makes this project particularly exciting for us. This collaboration will not only elevate the city’s hospitality landscape with international standards but also support the local economy by attracting both business and leisure travelers to the region.”
The hotel will join Holiday Inn Express’s existing portfolio of 17 operational properties in India, with an additional 21 already in the development pipeline. IHG currently operates 51 hotels across six brands in the country—including Six Senses, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts®, Crowne Plaza®, voco™ Hotels, Holiday Inn Resort®, and Holiday Inn Express®—with 72 more expected to open over the next three to five years.
