Last updated: 20 October 2026
From a restored 19th-century haveli in Rajasthan to a Taj resort planned on the beach at Rameswaram, India’s newest hotels are reaching well beyond the big cities, into heritage towns, pilgrimage centres and nature destinations.
Here you’ll find the luxury and upscale hotels that have recently opened in India and those that have been signed and are on the way, each with a short summary and a link to our full story. We add new hotels as they are announced.
Quick links
- Essentia Residency Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- Essentia Resort & Spa, Sirsi, Karnataka
- Boulevard9, Nadiad – IHCL SeleQtions, Gujarat
- Gulab Haveli, Mandawa – IHCL SeleQtions, Rajasthan
- Taj Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu
- IHCL SeleQtions Athirapilly, Kerala
- Gateway Sambalpur, Odisha
Recently opened
Essentia Residency Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Essentia’s first hotel in Andhra Pradesh, in Ramachandra Nagar, Mangalam. It offers Deluxe Rooms and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom residences with separate living spaces, aimed at pilgrims, families and longer stays. It is well connected to Tirupati airport and railway station and to the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumala. Read our story
Essentia Resort & Spa, Sirsi, Karnataka
A 40-key nature resort on the Hubli–Sirsi road in northern Karnataka, on the route linking Bengaluru and Goa. It has an all-day restaurant, Citron, a vegetarian restaurant, The Indian Leaf, and lawns, a ballroom and a convention hall for events. Read our story
Boulevard9, Nadiad – IHCL SeleQtions, Gujarat
A 108-room hotel set across seven acres of landscaped gardens in Nadiad, about an hour from Ahmedabad. Its all-day restaurant, Navras, serves Gujarati thalis and international dishes, and the hotel has a spa, a gym, a pool and meeting rooms. Read our story
Gulab Haveli, Mandawa – IHCL SeleQtions, Rajasthan
A heritage haveli in Rajasthan’s Shekhawati region, restored to its 19th-century style, with 17 rooms and suites decorated with frescoes. It has a central courtyard, a rooftop terrace pool, a hammam spa and the all-day restaurant Resham. Read our story
Signed and coming soon
Taj Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu
A 300-key Taj resort being developed in phases across 70 acres, with direct beach access near the Pamban Bridge and the Ramanathaswamy Temple. Plans include two speciality restaurants, a wellness centre, a spa, a pool and event spaces. Read our story
IHCL SeleQtions Athirapilly, Kerala
A 100-key hotel on the banks of the Chalakudy River beside Athirapilly Falls, Kerala’s largest waterfall. The first phase covers 37 rooms that are already operating, with more to be added. Plans include rooftop dining, a spa and a pool. Read our story
Gateway Sambalpur, Odisha
A 125-key hotel in Sambalpur, near the Hirakud Dam, with an all-day restaurant, a speciality restaurant, a pool, a gym and over 10,000 sq ft of banquet space for weddings and events. Read our story
Frequently asked questions
Which new luxury hotels opened in India in 2026?
New hotels on this page that opened in 2026 include Essentia Residency Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh and Essentia Resort & Spa in Sirsi, Karnataka.
Which new Taj hotels are coming to India?
IHCL has signed a 300-key Taj hotel in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. It is a greenfield project being developed across 70 acres, near the Pamban Bridge and the Ramanathaswamy Temple.
What is the difference between a hotel signing and a hotel opening?
A signing is an agreement between a hotel company and an owner to develop or convert a property under a brand. The hotel usually opens later, sometimes years later. An opening means the hotel is ready to receive guests.
How often is this page updated?
The Daily Brunch updates this page whenever we publish a new luxury or upscale hotel opening or signing in India.
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