Dubai, UAE –  United Hospitality Management (UHM), a global leader in luxury hospitality and mixed-use destination management, has strengthened its partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts by signing three new hotel management agreements in India. The deals will add 182 rooms to UHM’s growing portfolio and mark another significant milestone in the company’s expansion across the Indian market.

The new agreements cover Garner Corbett, voco Kanatal and Garner Ahmedabad, further advancing UHM’s growth strategy in India following its entry into the market through the acquisition of Rosa Stays in December 2025.

Scheduled to open between 2027 and 2029, the three properties reflect UHM’s strategy of building a diversified portfolio aligned with the evolving dynamics of India’s hospitality sector.

Garner Corbett, with 50 rooms, will cater to growing demand for outdoor and nature-based tourism in Uttarakhand. voco Kanatal, featuring 92 rooms, will offer an upscale mountain retreat in one of northern India’s emerging leisure destinations. Meanwhile, Garner Ahmedabad, with 40 rooms, will strengthen UHM’s presence in one of western India’s fastest-growing commercial hubs.

Together, the three projects underscore UHM’s focus on working closely with hotel owners to develop and operate hospitality assets to international standards across both leisure and business destinations.

“India’s hospitality sector is entering a new phase of growth, driven by rising domestic travel, infrastructure development and growing investor confidence,” said Carlos Leal, Executive Chairman and Board Member of United Hospitality Management. “Against this backdrop, UHM views India as one of its key strategic growth markets. Our objective is to build a diversified hospitality platform that delivers long-term value to owners while bringing international expertise to the Indian market.”

Since entering India, UHM has signed agreements covering 10 hotel assets while establishing dedicated commercial, operational and technical capabilities, strengthening its leadership team and implementing the governance frameworks and technology platforms required to support its next phase of expansion.

UHM operates under a brand-neutral management model that places owners’ interests at the center of its approach. This enables the company to work with leading global hospitality groups, including Marriott, Hyatt, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Accor, Wyndham and YOTEL. By identifying the most suitable brand and operating model for each asset, UHM aims to maximize property performance while delivering distinctive guest experiences across the luxury, upscale and lifestyle hospitality segments.

Klaus Asman, CEO of United Hospitality Management for the Middle East, India and Southeast Asia, said hotel owners are increasingly seeking strategic operating partners capable of maximizing asset performance while preserving brand identity.

“Our role is to combine international expertise with deep local market knowledge to establish the right positioning for each project and deliver sustainable commercial performance,” Asman said.

UHM currently has 24 projects either operational or under development in India and is building a robust development pipeline as it works toward its long-term ambition of managing more than 100 hotels across the country.

The company said the pace of expansion reflects growing confidence among hotel owners in its owner-focused operating model and reinforces UHM’s position as a preferred hospitality management partner in India.

Deepika Arora, Managing Director of United Hospitality Management India, said the three agreements demonstrate owners’ confidence in the company’s operating model and represent another step in expanding its presence across the country.

“We continue to see strong opportunities in gateway cities, emerging tourism destinations and mixed-use developments, as well as branded residences,” Arora said. “We will remain focused on building partnerships with the right owners and the right brands.”

UHM is currently in advanced discussions on a number of hotel management agreements and strategic partnerships across India and Southeast Asia. The pipeline includes luxury and upscale hotels and resorts, mixed-use developments and branded residential projects.

The group is also exploring the development of proprietary concepts across wellness, fitness and food and beverage, further strengthening its integrated hospitality platform.

Today, UHM manages and supports a rapidly expanding portfolio of mixed-use hospitality destinations and branded residences across Europe, the Middle East, the United States, North Africa and India. The company works with leading international hospitality brands, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Accor, Hyatt, Wyndham and YOTEL, providing tailored management solutions designed to enhance asset value and long-term performance.

Beyond hotel management, UHM has developed a diversified portfolio of hospitality-related businesses, including more than 20 proprietary food and beverage concepts available under franchise or management models.

Its wellness portfolio includes the award-winning Serenity – The Art of Wellbeing and Pure by Serenity, alongside Active by Serenity, a fitness and active-lifestyle brand. The company also brings expertise in managing internationally accredited sports and leisure facilities, including golf and football academies, tennis and padel clubs, as well as premium and lifestyle beach clubs.

Together, these businesses form part of UHM’s broader strategy to create integrated lifestyle destinations that deliver exceptional guest experiences while maximizing returns for owners and investors.