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Oberoi Hotels' decision to expand to Europe is part of a trend. Indian hotel chains are establishing a presence beyond India to capitalize on their brand value among Indian travelers.
Indian luxury hospitality chain Oberoi Hotels and Resorts is set to open the first Oberoi Hotel in the United Kingdom. The Oberoi Group announced that the chain’s first property will be located in London’s Mayfair and will be a boutique hotel.
The work on the hotel commenced in November last year, and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
In May 2020, Oberoi had announced a partnership with Cain International to operate 23 serviced residences at South Audley Street in Mayfair. The residences were slated to be completed in 2022. This makes the upcoming hotel Oberoi Group’s second bid to enter the UK and European market.
Indian Hotel Chains and International Presence: Established and growing hotel chains in India are all expanding their business to international markets. Budget airline IndiGo’s parent company InterGlobe Enterprises entered the European market with the launch of Miiro Hotels.
India’s largest homegrown hospitality company Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) is present in 12 countries, including Sri Lanka, the U.S., South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Sarovar, one of the fastest-growing hotel chains in India, is also expanding its portfolio in Af