DoubleTree by Hilton debuts in Rajkot; to open doors in 2030

DoubleTree by Hilton Rajkot will become Hilton's fourth hotel in Gujarat and the company’s first hotel in Rajkot.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of DoubleTree by Hilton Rajkot, marking the debut of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand in Rajkot and the first Hilton property in the city. Developed in partnership with Sanjayraj and Co., the hotel is expected to open in early 2030 and will become Hilton's fourth hotel in Gujarat, joining DoubleTree by Hilton Ahmedabad, Hilton Garden Inn Surat City Centre and Hampton by Hilton Vadodara Alkapuri.

Clarence Tan, Senior Vice President, Development, Asia Pacific, Hilton, said, “As we continue to expand our presence across India, we remain focused on growing our portfolio in markets that demonstrate robust long-term fundamentals. DoubleTree by Hilton is a highly versatile full-service brand, making it well suited to commercial centres like Rajkot where demand continues to evolve. With 12 DoubleTree hotels trading in India and another 14 in pipeline, we look forward to continuing to scale this popular brand in India.”

Upon completion, DoubleTree by Hilton Rajkot will feature 145 guest rooms and suites, designed to meet the needs of both business and leisure travellers. The hotel will offer an all-day dining restaurant, a speciality restaurant, a spa, a fitness centre and an indoor-outdoor swimming pool. The hotel will also offer approximately 22,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 17,400-square-foot ballroom and three meeting rooms.

Zubin Saxena, Senior Vice President and Regional Head, South Asia, Hilton, said, "As Hilton continues to grow across South Asia, we are focused on building a balanced network of hotels that serves both established gateway cities and high-potential regional markets. The signing of DoubleTree by Hilton Rajkot strengthens our presence in Gujarat and reflects the increasing relevance of internationally branded, full-service hotels in emerging commercial centres. Together with Sanjayraj and Co., we look forward to welcoming guests to the city with the thoughtful hospitality that defines DoubleTree by Hilton."

Swaraj Rajguru, Partner, Sanjayraj and Co., said, “Rajkot has emerged as one of Gujarat’s fastest-growing commercial and industrial hubs, driven by sustained expansion across the manufacturing, engineering and trading sectors. This economic momentum has accelerated demand for world-class hospitality infrastructure that caters to both business and leisure travellers. The city’s strong culture of weddings, celebrations and social gatherings continues to create a growing need for premium event spaces. Through our partnership with Hilton, we are introducing one of the world’s most recognised hospitality brands to Rajkot. We believe this collaboration will address the evolving needs of the market while setting a new benchmark for hospitality.”