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Hospitality group Accor has announced the expansion of its Mercure portfolio in India with the signing of Mercure Bhubaneswar. The property will be opened in 2025.
Mercure Bhubaneswar is slated to have 98 rooms and suites, two food and beverage options, a banquet facility spanning over 300 square metres, a rejuvenating swimming pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
The property is being developed by Specbru Hotels Private Limited, part of the Spectrum Group, which owns and manages multiple boutique hotels in Berhampur (Odisha), besides a branded beach property in Gopalpur (Odisha).
“We are excited to expand our presence in India with the addition of our first Mercure in Bhubaneswar city. This expansion emphasises our dedication to delivering exceptional hospitality and introducing unique experiences to our guests, while upholding the esteemed legacy of our existing properties,” says Aniruddh Kumar, Accor’s Vice President of Development, India & South Asia.
Says Director of Specbru Hotels Private Limited, PK Rajeev, “Bhubaneswar is a vibrant city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and thriving business hub and hence provides the perfect backdrop for our collaboration. This venture exemplifies our shared vision to foster the growth and advancement of the hospitality sector in Bhubaneswar, catering to the diverse needs of both business and leisure travellers.”
Adding further, RK Panigrahi, Additional Director of Specbru Hotels Private Limited says, “With Accor, we aim to elevate the hospitality experience in Bhubaneswar by offering top-notch services, modern amenities, and a unique blend of local culture and international standards. The Mercure brand, known for its contemporary design, warm hospitality, and personalised guest experiences, is an ideal fit for the dynamic city of Bhubaneswar.”
As of now, Accor operates 58 properties in India, under the Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure and ibis brands. The group has a strong pipeline of 25 properties currently under development in India.
