Lemon Tree Hotels Expands Punjab Footprint with Fresh Keys Lite Franchise

Updated: October 31, 2025 22:30

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Lemon Tree Hotels has signed a franchise agreement for Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels, Kurali, Kharar, adding 38 rooms along with amenities such as a restaurant, banquet, conference hall, and fitness center. This move strengthens its foothold in Punjab's growing business and leisure market.

Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, India’s rapidly expanding mid-scale and premium hotel chain, has announced a strategic expansion in Punjab with the signing of a franchise agreement for its new property, Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels, Kurali, Kharar. Positioned in the thriving Mohali district, Kurali is a burgeoning hub that elegantly combines urban convenience with natural scenic charm, attracting both business and leisure travelers.

This new hotel, franchised under Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, marks a key development in the company’s presence in North India. It will feature 38 well-appointed rooms, a multi-cuisine restaurant, a spacious banquet hall, a modern conference facility, and recreational amenities including a fitness center. The location offers excellent connectivity with Chandigarh International Airport and Railway Station approximately 30 km away, and is easily accessible via major roadways.

Mr. Vilas Pawar, CEO of Managed & Franchise Business at Lemon Tree Hotels, highlighted that this addition strengthens their portfolio in Punjab, where the company already operates two hotels and has eight more in the pipeline. He emphasized the company’s commitment to delivering its signature hospitality experience, blending comfort, warmth, and value in an evolving residential and commercial region.

Notable Updates

Franchise agreement signed for Keys Lite by Lemon Tree Hotels, Kurali, Kharar
Location benefits from rapid urban development and proximity to Chandigarh
Property features 38 rooms, restaurant, banquet, conference hall, and fitness center
Strategic addition enhances Lemon Tree's footprint with 2 operational and 8 upcoming hotels in Punjab
Convenient access from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport and Chandigarh Railway Station
Focus on providing a refreshing, value-driven hospitality experience for business and leisure travelers

Source: Lemon Tree Hotels official announcement and company statements.

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