Lemon Tree Signs New Keys Select Hotel In Uttar Pradesh

18 Nov 2025 CW Team

Property Highlights

Located in the Bundelkhand region, Mahoba serves as the district headquarters and is known for its rich historical heritage. Landmarks include the ninth-century granite Sun Temple built in the Pratihara style, rock-cut Jain Tirthankaras, the tranquil Kirat Sagar and Madan Sagar lakes, and the Badi Chandrika Devi temple. The city is also celebrated in the ballads of the warrior-brothers Alha and Udal, adding to its deep cultural resonance. With ancient forts, rock-cut shrines and serene lakes set amid rugged landscapes, Mahoba offers travellers a compelling window into India’s medieval past.

Key Features Of The Property

52 well-appointed rooms

A restaurant

Banquet and conference facilities

A swimming pool and fitness centre

The hotel is approximately 75 km from Khajuraho Airport and 5 km from Mahoba Railway Junction, with good connectivity via public and private road transport.

Management Comment

Mr Vilas Pawar, CEO – Managed & Franchise Business, Lemon Tree Hotels, said the signing expands the group’s business and leisure portfolio in Uttar Pradesh, where it currently has eight operational properties and 13 in the pipeline. He noted that Uttar Pradesh’s growing commerce, cultural vibrancy and heritage make it an ideal market for hospitality expansion. He added that the new signing aligns perfectly with Lemon Tree’s vision of offering refreshing, comfortable stays across destinations in cities of all tiers

Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, India’s fastest-growing mid-scale and premium hotel chain, has announced the signing of its newest property—Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels, Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh. The hotel will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company, and will strengthen Lemon Tree’s presence across Uttar Pradesh while catering to both business and leisure travellers. Property Highlights Located in the Bundelkhand region, Mahoba serves as the district headquarters and is known for its rich historical heritage. Landmarks include the ninth-century granite Sun Temple built in the Pratihara style, rock-cut Jain Tirthankaras, the tranquil Kirat Sagar and Madan Sagar lakes, and the Badi Chandrika Devi temple. The city is also celebrated in the ballads of the warrior-brothers Alha and Udal, adding to its deep cultural resonance. With ancient forts, rock-cut shrines and serene lakes set amid rugged landscapes, Mahoba offers travellers a compelling window into India’s medieval past. Key Features Of The Property 52 well-appointed rooms A restaurant Banquet and conference facilities A swimming pool and fitness centre The hotel is approximately 75 km from Khajuraho Airport and 5 km from Mahoba Railway Junction, with good connectivity via public and private road transport. Management Comment Mr Vilas Pawar, CEO – Managed & Franchise Business, Lemon Tree Hotels, said the signing expands the group’s business and leisure portfolio in Uttar Pradesh, where it currently has eight operational properties and 13 in the pipeline. He noted that Uttar Pradesh’s growing commerce, cultural vibrancy and heritage make it an ideal market for hospitality expansion. He added that the new signing aligns perfectly with Lemon Tree’s vision of offering refreshing, comfortable stays across destinations in cities of all tiers

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