Himal Press 
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KATHMANDU: Hyatt Hotels Corporation has entered into a management agreement with Veda Hospitality Pvt Ltd, a Golyan Group venture, for Hyatt Regency Lumbini.
Issuing a statement on Tuesday, Hyatt said it will be the fourth Hyatt-branded hotel in Nepal. This will also be the second hotel operating under the Hyatt Regency brand after the Hyatt Regency Kathmandu.
Golyan Group also owns Hyatt Place Kathmandu.
“Revered as the birthplace of Lord Buddha, the serene and spiritually significant town of Lumbini stands as an unparalleled destination for tourists as it draws travelers from across the world to the sacred site. It also boasts a UNESCO World Heritage status, with Lumbini’s vast gardens featuring historical treasures, including the Ashoka Pillar, diverse monasteries and international temples reflecting global Buddhist traditions and fostering cultural exchange,” Hyatt said in the statement.
According to the hotel chain, the property, nested on the banks of the scenic Dano River, will be conveniently located within a short driving distance from the highly visited pilgrimage destination, Mayadevi temple, as well as other major attractions. “It will also be near the Gautam Buddha International Airport, the city of Butwal, and the Nepal–India border, providing global business and leisure travelers with seamless access,” it added.
Hyatt Regency Lumbini is expected to open by 2028.
Dhruva Rathore, vice president of development, India & Southwest Asia, Hyatt, said Nepal continues to play a significant role in Hyatt’s growth strategy in the Southwest Asia region. “We look forward to continued collaboration with Golyan Group to bring international standards of hospitality to the province of Lumbini with the Hyatt Regency brand,” Rathore said, adding: “The profound cultural and spiritual appeal of Lumbini, with its rich heritage, positions it as a compelling destination for travelers and locals alike. It also reaffirms Hyatt’s commitment to thoughtfully expanding our brand footprint in destinations preferred by our guests, World of Hyatt members, customers, and owners.”
Similarly, Akshay Golyan, managing director, Golyan Group, said they were delighted to extend collaboration with Hyatt to debut the first-ever Hyatt Regency branded hotel in Lumbini. “Our vision for Hyatt Regency Lumbini is to create a world-class destination that elevates the hospitality experience in Nepal while respecting and promoting the cultural heritage of Lumbini. We believe this hotel will become a landmark in the region and a key contributor to Nepal’s tourism industry,” Golyan added.
Hyatt Regency Lumbini will be spread across 11 acres featuring 175 guest rooms, convenient dining options, events and meeting spaces, and a range of amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center, a wellness spa, an outdoor pool, and other entertainment facilities, according to the statement.
