Lemon Tree Hotels Signs Two New Properties in Varanasi and Rewa

24 Sep 2025 CW Team

Lemon Tree Hotels has announced the signing of two new properties – Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels, Varanasi, and Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels, Rewa.

Keys Prima, Varanasi, will be franchised under Lemon Tree Hotels Limited and feature 153 well-appointed rooms. The property will also include a restaurant, banquets, a conference room, a swimming pool, a fitness centre, a spa, and other public areas. The Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi, is approximately 31 km away, while the Varanasi Railway Junction is about 12 km from the hotel. The property is well connected by road for both public and private transport.

Keys Select, Rewa, will be managed by Carnation Hotels Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited. The hotel will offer 50 well-appointed rooms, two restaurants, a banquet hall, a swimming pool, and other public areas. Rewa Airport is approximately 19 km away, with Rewa Railway Station around 13 km from the property. Road connectivity is convenient for both public and private transport.

Commenting on the expansion, Vilas Pawar, CEO – Managed & Franchise Business, Lemon Tree Hotels, said: “We are delighted to expand our portfolio in the Hindi heartland of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. This signing aligns with our vision of becoming the most preferred hospitality chain across different segments, while growing our footprint in cities of all tiers.”

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