Lucknow’s growing stature as a business, administrative, and tourism hub has received a major boost with IHG Hotels & Resorts signing voco Lucknow, a premium hotel set to open in Q3 2029. Announced on February 3, 2026, the project reflects rising confidence in Lucknow as one of North India’s most promising hospitality markets.

The 135-key voco Lucknow, planned in Ashiyana, will be IHG’s first voco-branded hotel in Uttar Pradesh and its most premium offering in the state capital. Known for blending the individuality of boutique hotels with the reliability of a global brand, voco is one of IHG’s fastest-growing premium brands worldwide.

As the capital of India’s most populous state, Lucknow sees steady year-round demand driven by government activity, business travel, education, healthcare, and cultural tourism. This balanced demand — rather than seasonal spikes — makes the city increasingly attractive for premium hotels.

Strategically located near Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport with strong road connectivity, voco Lucknow is positioned to serve airport-linked travellers, corporate guests, and leisure visitors alike. The project also strengthens IHG’s presence in the city, where it already operates Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza, allowing it to cater to multiple traveller segments.

Beyond hospitality, the development is expected to create jobs and support allied sectors such as transport, food services, and events. More importantly, it reinforces Lucknow’s emergence as a key premium hotel market in North India, aligned with Uttar Pradesh’s broader push on infrastructure, investment, and tourism growth.