Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has announced that it has executed a Hotel Operation Agreement for a forthcoming property in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Notably, the company signed the agreement through Carnation Hotels Private Limited, its wholly owned subsidiary.
Under this arrangement, Carnation Hotels Private Limited will operate the hotel under the Lemon Tree Suites brand, subject to Lemon Tree Hotels Limited executing a separate licence agreement.
The upcoming property, will brand itself as Lemon Tree Suites, Tirupati and will feature 228 rooms and suites. Additionally, the hotel will offer a restaurant, a banquet hall, and a meeting room, along with recreational facilities such as a swimming pool and a spa. Strategically, the property sits approximately 10 km from Tirupati International Airport and about 6.3 km from Tirupati Railway Station, while remaining well connected via both public and private transport networks.
Commenting on the signing, Vilas Pawar, Chief Executive Officer – Managed and Franchise Business at Lemon Tree Hotels, said, “With this signing, we are pleased to extend our pilgrimage portfolio in a place that holds deep spiritual resonance. Moreover, the vibrant tourism, rich cuisine, and growing hotel infrastructure make Andhra Pradesh a magnet for tourism travellers seeking unforgettable experiences. The state has six operational and three upcoming hotels.”
Overall, the signing reinforces Lemon Tree Hotels’ strategy of expanding its managed and franchise portfolio in high-demand destinations. Consequently, the Tirupati project strengthens the group’s presence in pilgrimage and leisure-led markets while also supporting its broader growth ambitions across Andhra Pradesh.
