Hyatt Signs First Unbound Collection Hotel in India

(03 August 2022, 12:25 +07)  Hyatt has signed a management agreement for the first Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel in India.

The Noor-Us-Sabah Palace, one of Bhopal’s oldest and most sought-after hotels, will undergo extensive refurbishment to join The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand as a 60-room heritage hotel in 2025.

“At Hyatt, we are focused on thoughtful growth based on locations that matter most to our guests, World of Hyatt members and customers, and introducing Hyatt’s brands across India has been a priority for us,” said Dhruva Rathore , vice president of development India & South West Asia, Hyatt. “Bhopal’s history and the Noor-Us-Sabah Palace’s rich Nawabi heritage makes it a perfect addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio.”

Noor-Us-Sabah Palace in Bhopal, India

Spread across 18 acres, the Noor-Us-Sabah Palace was originally built as a royal residence in the 1920s by Bhopal’s ruler, Begum Sultan Jehan.

Converted into a hotel in 1998, the property will be completely renovated to bring alive the history and legacy of the royal residence through its interior design and storied past.

The hotel will also provide a distinctive and unique location for weddings and events, in addition to catering to business and leisure travelers.

Located in one of Bhopal’s most affluent neighborhoods, the hotel offers a commanding view of the Upper Lake - one of the largest artificial lakes in the country.

“In the last 25 years, Noor-Us-Sabah has successfully established itself as an exemplary destination for those seeking a comfortable stay and delightful food, all in the environs of a historical palace,” said Sikandar Hafiz Khan, Chairman - Reliable Group, which owns Noor-Us-Sabah Palace. “Bhopal’s heritage and history finds resonance in its palaces, architecture and culinary offerings and has always found favor amongst both Indian and international tourists. Noor-Us-Sabah Palace will continue to honour the history of the building and the city. We are certain that the combination of our expertise in India’s real estate and hospitality market and Hyatt’s international reputation will allow us to bring our vision for Noor-Us-Sabah Palace to life.”

Once open, Noor-Us-Sabah Palace is expected to join 30 hotels within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt portfolio globally, including: Carmel Valley Ranch in Carmel, California; Jinmao Hotel Lijang in Lijang, China; Hotel La Compañia in Panama City, Panama; Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest; and Great Scotland Yard Hotel in London.

There are a number of properties in the pipeline: Magma Resort Santorini in Greece; Grand Hansa Hotel Helsinki; Fuji Speedway Hotel in Shizuoka, Japan; Rancho Pescadero in El Pescadero, Mexico; La Zambra in Mijas, Spain; Hotel Rhodania Crans Montana in Switzerland; The Barai Hua Hin in Thailand; and more.

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