Sarovar Hotels & Resorts recently announced the opening of The Zehneria Portico, Nairobi. With the opening of this 56 room hotel, Sarovar Hotels has further strengthened its connection with this region. This will be Company’s second hotel in Nairobi after The Heron Portico and the third in Africa, including the New Africa Hotel in Dar-es-Salaam – Tanzania. Sarovar now looks at opening a Premiere property in Nairobi in the mid of 2016.
Commenting on the development, Ajay K Bakaya, Executive Director, Sarovar Hotels & Resorts, said that the idea is to expand in Africa, where they see enormous business and growth opportunities. “Africa is a key market where a lot of Indian companies are expanding, and we are looking to cater to this growing demand. At a time when other hoteliers are rationalising their operations in the country, we remain very positive and choose to see this as an opportunity to grow our business. In line with the National Tourism Strategy 2013-2018, the acquisition of Zehneria Portico seeks to tap into the tourism potential in conferencing facilities. The Zehneria Portico would enable their hotel brands cater to an ever-increasing variety of customer needs, and was part of their commitment to differentiating their service offering from other city establishments.”
Anil Madhok, Managing Director, Sarovar Hotels & Resorts said, “At present we are focusing on expanding in East Africa as we are well versed with this market and we consider it as a second home for our company.”
Speaking during a media briefing to announce the acquisition, Karim Teja, Managing Director, Heron Portico said, “It was in line with their strategy to tap into the burgeoning middle class in Africa and discerning travellers across the world. The hotel will also leverage on its partnership with the internationally accredited hospitality management company Sarovar Hotels & Resorts to ensure their customers enjoy world class services.”
