Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd, one of India’s leading hospitality chains, has launched ICONIQA Hotels & Resorts, a bold upscale lifestyle brand designed to redefine premium hospitality. The brand’s flagship property, strategically located next to Mumbai International Airport Terminal 2, marks its entry with cutting-edge design, intuitive technology, and immersive experiences tailored for today’s traveller.
ICONIQA is positioned as a next-generation hospitality brand, blending bold aesthetics, seamless tech integration, and vibrant social spaces. The Mumbai property features 291 contemporary rooms and introduces industry-firsts such as in-room smart laundry closets, 24/7 WhatsApp concierge, and Mumbai’s first poolside day club. Multiple dining concepts, curated lifestyle spaces, and personalised services further enhance the guest journey.
“ICONIQA is more than a brand launch—it’s a reimagining of what upscale hospitality can be,” said Chander K. Baljee, Chairman & Managing Director, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. “Today’s guests demand experiences that reflect their lifestyle, spark inspiration, and deliver extraordinary value. ICONIQA is built to meet that need.”
Royal Orchid Hotels, which plans to grow its portfolio to 345+ properties by 2030, sees ICONIQA as a cornerstone of its expansion in the upscale lifestyle segment, focusing on flexi-lease and ownership models to ensure strong returns while catering to evolving guest expectations.
“Mumbai is a global gateway, and ICONIQA is designed to match its dynamism,” added Arjun Baljee, Founder of ICONIQA Hotels & Resorts and President, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. “With smart design, tech-driven convenience, and vibrant spaces, ICONIQA is redefining how travellers experience hospitality—both in India and, eventually, internationally.”
