ACCOR ANNOUNCES TWO NEW LUXURY HOTEL INVESTMENTS IN INDIA

The Sofitel Legend brand is entering India for the first time, and Raffles Ranthambore will be the new address for luxury nature accommodation.

Accor has announced its collaboration with Sukhani Ventures for two new luxury hotel projects in the Rajasthan region of northern India. As part of this; Raffles Ranthambore, which will bring together nature and luxury, will open its doors in 2027, and Sofitel Legend Sukh Bagh Jaipur, the brand's first iconic address in India, will open in 2028.

Luxury Intertwined with Nature: Raffles Ranthambore

Located within Ranthambore National Park, Raffles Ranthambore will consist of 63 villas. It will offer 15 luxury tent villas, honeymoon suites, and special accommodation options for families. The park, formerly a hunting reserve, is now a popular destination for photography enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. The hotel's design bears the signature of IDEAS Architects and Jeffrey Wilkes. Guests will be welcomed with the Raffles brand's signature service, a dedicated butler service, and the Long Bar privilege.

Omer Acar, CEO of Raffles Hotels & Resorts, said the following about the project:

"This unique location, where history and nature intertwine, is ideal for reflecting our brand's legendary hospitality."

Sofitel Legend Sukh Bagh Jaipur: Where Historical Heritage Meets French Elegance

Located 130 kilometers away in Jaipur, Sofitel Legend Sukh Bagh Jaipur stands out with its 260 rooms, 41 suites, 6,500 square meters of event space, and extensive landscaped gardens. The hotel, which will be located in the Kukas Amer region, will blend the aesthetic codes of French luxury with Jaipur culture in its design.

Maud Bailly, CEO of Sofitel Legend, made the following statement for the project:

"This hotel will be the first representative of the Sofitel Legend collection in India, bringing together French elegance and historical narrative."

Accor is Growing in the Luxury Segment in India

Accor currently has more than 70 hotels in India. Raffles Ranthambore will be the brand's third property in the country. Sofitel Legend Jaipur, along with Sofitel Jaipur Jawahar Circle, which is scheduled to open in 2028, and Fairmont Udaipur, which will open in 2025, will complete Accor's luxury growth strategy in India.