Holiday Inn Express announces the appointment of Sandesh Parab as the General Manager of Holiday Inn Express Hyderabad Banjara Hills, effective October 2025.
Sandesh brings with him over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, having worked with some of the world’s leading hotel brands, including Hyatt Hotels, Hilton International, and Marriott International. His background covers key areas such as hotel operations, guest experience, revenue management, and team leadership.
Before joining Holiday Inn Express, Sandesh served as the Director of Rooms at Hyatt Pune, where he also acted as the Upsell Champion for Hyatt Hotels in South and Central India. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles at Courtyard by Marriott Mumbai International Airport, Hilton Mumbai International Airport, Hyatt Regency Mumbai, and at Hilton properties in the United Kingdom. Across these positions, he has developed a strong reputation for service excellence, attention to detail, and people-focused leadership.
Sandesh holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Hospitality Management from Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College (UK) and a Diploma in Hotel Management and Catering Technology from Rizvi College of Hotel Management, Mumbai. Outside work, he enjoys travelling and sports.
Commenting on his appointment, Sandesh Parab said, “I am truly excited to take on this role and join the team at Holiday InnExpress Hyderabad Banjara Hills. The brand has always stood for smart, efficient, and guest-centred hospitality, and I look forward to building on this promise. My focus will be on creating a supportive environment for our colleagues and delivering a consistently seamless experience for our guests.”
This appointment reflects Holiday Inn Express’ commitment to strengthening its leadership teams and supporting talent across its hotels. Sandesh’s expertise will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and fostering a culture where both colleagues and guests feel a sense of belonging, truly living the spirit of Holiday Inn Express’ “Room to Belong” philosophy.
