Lemon Tree Opens 9th Property in Uttarakhand at Mall of Dehradun

05 Nov 2025 CW Team

Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, India’s fastest-growing mid-scale and premium hotel chain, has announced the launch of its latest managed property, Lemon Tree Hotel, Mall of Dehradun, marking the brand’s ninth property in Uttarakhand.

Located in the scenic Doon Valley at the foothills of the Himalayas, the new hotel features 98 well-appointed rooms and suites, a multi-cuisine Citrus Café restaurant, and banqueting facilities including Tangerine 1 and Tangerine 2. The hotel shares its premises with the Mall of Dehradun, the state’s largest retail destination housing top national and international brands.

This launch marks another milestone in Lemon Tree’s expansion across northern India, reinforcing its strong presence in Uttarakhand, where it now operates eight hotels with nine more in the pipeline.

With its contemporary interiors, vibrant ambience, and signature Lemon Tree hospitality, the property offers a refreshing experience for both business and leisure travellers.

Surrounded by the Song River to the east and the Asan River to the west, Dehradun is known for its picturesque landscape, educational institutions, and proximity to Mussoorie — making it one of India’s most sought-after tourist and cultural destinations.

Commenting on the opening, Mr. Vishvapreet Singh Cheema, President, Lemon Tree Hotels, said, “With the opening of Lemon Tree Hotel, Mall of Dehradun, Dehradun, we are pleased to extend our signature comfort and warmth to travellers visiting Dehradun where we already have two hotels. Its prime location will give the guests multiple recreation and shopping options.”

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