Accor announced the launch of its 24th Novotel property in India, with the opening of Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre (NJCC). The new property has a strong focus on sustainable practices. The hotel uses 100 per cent LED lights and energy-efficient heat pumps to save energy. They also have a sewage treatment plant (STP) and 12 rainwater harvesting systems, Accor said. The hotel is in close proximity to Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC).This is a significant expansion in Accor’s capacity for hosting MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) events.
“Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre has 226 modern, well-appointed rooms, catering to the diverse needs of guests. The rooms offer essential amenities and a tranquil hospitality experience with the best-in-class service for its guests. Conveniently located near Jaipur International Airport, the hotel provides quick access to key tourist sites and commercial hubs, it said in a statement. The hotel and exhibition centre is spread over an area of 42 acres with South Asia’s pillar-less exhibitions-convention-entertainment facilities. It has 13 breakout meeting rooms, a VIP Lounge, 2 Green Rooms and a Grand Ball Room with 740 retractable auditorium-style seats.
“We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre in the vibrant city of Jaipur. This latest addition to our portfolio in India strengthens our commitment to delivering cutting-edge amenities and services. The Jaipur Exhibition Convention Centre represents a valuable expansion that is poised to fuel the growth of the Accor in India, further solidifying our position as a leading provider of large-scale exhibition and convention venues in the country,” said Puneet Dhawan, South Asia’s Vice-President Operations, Accor in India.
“The opening of this beautiful property is a harmonious combination of contemporary design and world-class event facilities, marking a new and exciting journey for Novotel in the Pink City. With a strategic location, we will be truly a one-stop destination for world-class exhibitions, conferences, and events,” said Manuj Ralhan, General Manager of Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre & Jaipur Exhibition Convention Centre.
Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre offers three dining venues – Food Exchange, the multi-cuisine restaurant, has two exclusive open kitchens. Ravanta provides intimate dining by the pool amidst a musical ambiance. The Gourmet Bar provides a casual and friendly space for enjoying trendy drinks, balanced meals, and coffee.
In the coming months, the hotel plans to add an electric vehicle (EV) charging station, a solar power plant, an in-house water bottling plant, and a system to treat laundry wastewater (ETP). It also intends to create an organic herb garden and support honey bee farming on the extensive grounds around the hotel.
Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Centre (JECC) has 2 large pillar-less exhibition halls, with an area of 1,06,347 sqft each and a 43-feet high ceiling connected through a common entrance plaza with an extensive Pre-Function area, large open spaces, and a food court, further offering 22 acres of open space to host outdoor entertainment events.
“We are pleased to partner with Accor to manage and operate NJCC and JECC. Their expertise and global reach will act as a catalyst to put Jaipur on the International map and provide impetus to the hospitality sector in the state,” said Harimohan Dangayach, Chairman, Dangayach Group.
“NJCC and JECC have the leading exhibition and convention space equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure in South Asia to conduct large events. We hope the partnership with Accor will help us leverage the full potential of this infrastructure” added Pramod Kumar Agarwal, Chairman, Derewala Group.