First-ever international hotel brand to enter the city of Kota

Kota, India – July 6, 2017 – Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota made its debut in Kota, India, today. The hotel is the first-ever international brand to have a presence in the city.

Strategically located in the heart of the town, Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota offers 85 modern rooms and suites. The hotel is located within proximity to corporate zones and educational service institutes making it the perfect stay for both business and family guests.

“I am delighted to welcome Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota to our growing portfolio in India. With 557 properties in operation and under development globally, Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM is a leader in the upper midscale hotel segment. We are glad to partner with Prem Singh Bajor and Priyavrat Singh, to pioneer the first international brand in the city and extend its hallmark, Be Our Guest service philosophy to our guests,” said Raj Rana, chief executive officer, South Asia, Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group.

Spread over 45,000 square feet, the hotel offers a host of modern amenities including comfortable beds, free high speed Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, minibar, coffee and tea making facilities, satellite TV, in-room dining and more. For the fitness conscious guests, the hotel offers a suite of wellness and recreation facilities such as a rooftop swimming pool, spa, steam room and health club.

“I am proud to inaugurate Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota. I am confident that guests will find this hotel a great place to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. I am also thankful for this partnership with Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group that ushers in an exciting new beginning for travelers headed to Kota,” said Prem Singh Bajor, chairman, Bajor Group of Companies

“We are excited to partner with Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group to open our hotel under this excellent international brand. In line with the brand’s service standards and values, the hotel is set to deliver on service and product. We look forward to providing a memorable stay for our guests at Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota,” said Priyavrat Singh, managing director, Bajor Group of Hotels.

Country Inn & Suites By CarlsonSM Kota offers a delightful choice for the gastronomically inclined. Mosaic, the all-day dining restaurant, features a spirited mix of local and international delicacies. FLAVI, an Indian specialty, pure vegetarian restaurant presents Awadhi, Chetinnad, Punjabi, Kashmiri, Gujarati, Bengali and Rajasthani dishes in exquisite new ways. Unwind Lobby Bar, serves a wide selection of cocktails, wines, single-malt whiskey, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks in an elegant and modern setting. On the exclusive terrace, poolside bar, Splash, offers slow-roasted, aromatic barbeque innovations paired with a rousing collection of liquor blends.

Ideal for corporate or social events, the hotel features an expansive 20,000 square feet outdoor garden and flexible banquet hall and meeting space of over 10,200 square feet, complete with state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities.

With 34 properties in operation and under development, Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM is one of the most prominent players in the upper midscale segment in India. The brand’s locations feature residential architecture with a welcoming ambience that instill an unmistakable feeling of home – defining a comfortable experience and genuine hospitality, making unforgettable stays for guests.