The city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh is set to have two new five-star hotels and two heritage hotels to cater to the large number of tourists expected to attend the mega religious event of Mahakumbh in 2025.

Proposals have been received to convert two heritage buildings into heritage hotels, on 200 acres at Soraon Planters building in Soraon, and to develop 10 rooms at Shagun Nilayam in Mumfordganj, with in-principle approvals granted. Work is already underway on these projects.

Besides this, Taj Hotels and Radisson Hotels Group, have shown interest for five-star hotels. The Taj Hotel is expected to be built in Mumfordganj, while the Radisson Hotel is planned near the YMCA School. Certificates of approval were granted by UP tourism department after site inspections. 

Additionally, there is an action plan to develop several other private heritage buildings into heritage hotels before Mahakumbh, 2025. The two five-star hotels are expected to provide world-class facilities to international tourists and others seeking luxurious accommodation during the event. However, with the completion of these two proposed hotels, tourists are expected to stay longer in Prayagraj.

Alongside the new private-sector five-star hotels, the state tourism department is also renovating its existing hotels - Hotel Rahi Ilavart and Hotel Rahi Triveni Darshan in the city.