Hyatt Signs Four-Hotel Deal with Saraca, Expands North India Portfolio
The partnership marks the India debut of Unscripted by Hyatt and adds 266 planned and existing keys across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
By SOH Edit Team
Hyatt has signed agreements with Saraca Hotels & Resorts, founded by Mohammad Abdullah, for four Hyatt-branded properties across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The collaboration will introduce Unscripted by Hyatt to India through Saraca Hotel Lucknow and Saraca Resort & Spa Corbett, alongside two planned developments near Jim Corbett National Park under the Destination by Hyatt and Hyatt Place brands.
The agreement strengthens Hyatt's presence in North India, targeting destinations driven by cultural tourism, wildlife experiences and growing domestic and international travel demand.
Unscripted by Hyatt Makes India Debut
Part of Hyatt's Essentials Portfolio, Unscripted by Hyatt is designed for independent hotels seeking to retain their individual identities while gaining access to Hyatt's global distribution network and World of Hyatt loyalty programme.
The 41-key Saraca Hotel Lucknow, located on Mall Avenue, brings heritage-inspired hospitality, dining and cultural experiences to the portfolio. Meanwhile, Saraca Resort & Spa Corbett, a 44-key property spread across nine acres near the Corbett Tiger Reserve, offers wellness, dining and nature-led experiences.
The partnership also includes two upcoming developments near Jim Corbett National Park. A Destination by Hyatt resort, planned across approximately 20 acres, is expected to feature 111 accommodations, including villas, suites and residences, alongside dining, wellness and event facilities.
The proposed Hyatt Place Jim Corbett Mohaan will add 70 guestrooms, meeting spaces, dining outlets and recreational facilities, catering to leisure and business travellers.
Together, the four properties represent approximately 266 keys, combining existing hospitality assets with new developments.
Vikas Chawla, President, India & Southwest Asia, Hyatt.
Strengthening Hyatt’s India Growth Strategy
Commenting on the expansion, Vikas Chawla, President, India & Southwest Asia, Hyatt, said: "India remains one of Hyatt's most important growth markets globally, and we continue to see strong opportunities in destinations that offer distinctive experiences and a deep connection to culture and community. Through our collaboration with Saraca Hotels & Resorts, we are delighted to expand Hyatt's brand presence in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand while introducing a collection of hotels that offer guests and World of Hyatt members authentic experiences rooted in the character of their destinations."
Mohammad Abdullah, Founder, Saraca Hotels & Resorts, added, “Saraca began with a simple belief that hospitality should reflect the character, culture and spirit of the destinations it calls home. Our collaboration with Hyatt marks an exciting new chapter in that journey. Hyatt's global reach and commitment to genuine care make them the ideal hospitality company to work with as we bring our properties to a wider audience while preserving the authenticity that has always defined Saraca.”
The agreement underscores Hyatt’s strategy of expanding through a mix of independent hotel affiliations and new developments in experience-led destinations. By combining Saraca's established properties with upcoming resorts and focused-service accommodation, Hyatt is broadening its reach across North India's evolving leisure and cultural tourism markets.
