SAMHI Hotels Ltd has received an extension from MIDC for its Navi Mumbai project land and plans to develop a dual-branded hotel under the ‘Westin’ and ‘Fairfield by Marriott’ banners. The project will cater to both premium and mid-scale segments, strategically located near key infrastructure corridors.
In a strategic expansion move, SAMHI Hotels Ltd has announced plans to develop a dual-branded hotel in Navi Mumbai under the ‘Westin’ and ‘Fairfield by Marriott’ brands. The development will be executed by its step-down subsidiary, Duet India Hotels (Navi Mumbai) Pvt Ltd, which recently received an extension from the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) for the allotted project land.
The proposed hotel will initially offer ~400 rooms, with potential expansion to ~700 rooms, and is strategically located near the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Navi Mumbai International Airport, DY Patil Stadium, and the Atal Setu Trans-Harbour Link. This marks a significant step in SAMHI’s asset-light growth strategy and strengthens its partnership with Marriott International.
Notable Updates:
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Project Type: Dual-branded hotel featuring Westin (premium) and Fairfield by Marriott (mid-scale)
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Location Advantage: Proximity to major transit and commercial hubs in Navi Mumbai
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Capacity: ~400 rooms initially, expandable to ~700
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Regulatory Milestone: MIDC extension granted for project land
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Strategic Intent: Strengthen Marriott partnership and diversify hospitality offerings
This development aligns with India’s growing demand for branded hospitality infrastructure in emerging urban corridors.
Sources: ScanX News, Rediff Money, ET Hospitality