Aratt To Invest Rs 35 Billion In Bengaluru Township

05 Nov 2025 CW Team

Slated to open in 2030, the JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru Electronic City will occupy a four-acre site and cater to both business and leisure travellers. The first phase of the project will see an investment of Rs 12 billion, reflecting the developer’s confidence in the city’s premium hospitality and real estate market.

The luxury hotel will feature 370 guestrooms and suites, specialty dining outlets, a lobby lounge, a rooftop bar, and the JW Market. Commenting on the partnership, Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice-President, South Asia, Marriott International, said, “This signing reaffirms our commitment to the future of luxury and hospitality in Bengaluru. We are excited to collaborate with Aratt One World on a project that will redefine the travel experience for discerning guests in this vibrant city.”

He added that the new hotel is designed to meet the aspirations of the next generation of luxury travellers. “With India’s growing appetite for premium travel experiences, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in Bengaluru’s luxury hospitality market.”

The property will also include Spa by JW, a fitness centre, swimming pool, and 3,480 square metres of flexible banqueting space, including a large outdoor lawn suitable for both private and corporate events.

Marriott International, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, manages a global portfolio of over 9,600 properties across more than 30 brands in 143 countries and territories. The group operates, franchises, and licenses hotels, residences, and other lodging formats worldwide.

Bengaluru-based Aratt has delivered 37 projects covering more than 20 million square feet and has another 5 million square feet under development. With this partnership, Aratt aims to elevate its standing in the premium real estate and hospitality segments while contributing to the city’s growing reputation as a luxury lifestyle hub.

Real estate developer Aratt One World has announced an investment of Rs 35 billion to develop a large mixed-use township in Bengaluru’s Electronic City, featuring a JW Marriott hotel managed by Marriott International. The development aims to strengthen the global hospitality brand’s luxury presence in India’s technology capital. Slated to open in 2030, the JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru Electronic City will occupy a four-acre site and cater to both business and leisure travellers. The first phase of the project will see an investment of Rs 12 billion, reflecting the developer’s confidence in the city’s premium hospitality and real estate market. The luxury hotel will feature 370 guestrooms and suites, specialty dining outlets, a lobby lounge, a rooftop bar, and the JW Market. Commenting on the partnership, Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice-President, South Asia, Marriott International, said, “This signing reaffirms our commitment to the future of luxury and hospitality in Bengaluru. We are excited to collaborate with Aratt One World on a project that will redefine the travel experience for discerning guests in this vibrant city.” He added that the new hotel is designed to meet the aspirations of the next generation of luxury travellers. “With India’s growing appetite for premium travel experiences, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in Bengaluru’s luxury hospitality market.” The property will also include Spa by JW, a fitness centre, swimming pool, and 3,480 square metres of flexible banqueting space, including a large outdoor lawn suitable for both private and corporate events. Marriott International, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, manages a global portfolio of over 9,600 properties across more than 30 brands in 143 countries and territories. The group operates, franchises, and licenses hotels, residences, and other lodging formats worldwide. Bengaluru-based Aratt has delivered 37 projects covering more than 20 million square feet and has another 5 million square feet under development. With this partnership, Aratt aims to elevate its standing in the premium real estate and hospitality segments while contributing to the city’s growing reputation as a luxury lifestyle hub.

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