Trance Hotels takes over two Pune hotels, rebrands under its portfolio

Oakwood and Sunderban hotels transition into Trance portfolio under lease management model.

Trance Hotels announces the acquisition of two prominent hospitality properties in Pune under a Lease Management model, effective April 1, 2026. The properties, formerly known as The Oakwood Hotel and Sunderban Hotel, have now been rebranded as Trance Oakwood Hotel, Pune and Trance Sunderban Hotel, Pune.

Refurbishment and upgrades

Trance Hotels is committed to revitalizing both properties through a series of planned refurbishments and upgrades. These enhancements will focus on modernizing infrastructure, elevating guest experiences, and aligning the hotels with Trance’s brand standards and service philosophy. Guests can look forward to noticeable improvements designed to offer a refreshed and contemporary hospitality experience.

Operational transition

Both properties are currently being overseen by experienced General Managers, who, along with the Trance Hotels team in Pune, are actively working towards streamlining operations and implementing the planned transformation initiatives.

Leadership and vision

Veer Vijay Singh, with over four decades of experience in the hotel industry and a career that began with the Taj Group in the 1970s, leads Trance Hotels. He founded Trance International Hotels and Resort Private Limited, with the brand guided by Veer Vijay Singh, Vishwaveer Singh, and Suryaveer Singh.

At its core, Trance Hotels is built on the philosophy that guests should not have to choose between business efficiency and luxury comfort, but instead experience the best of both worlds. Singh’s leadership is anchored in strong operational knowledge and strategic insight, developed through decades of hands-on experience across key roles in the hospitality sector.

Company statement

Speaking on the occasion, a spokesperson for Trance Hotels stated, “We are excited to bring these two well-located properties into the Trance portfolio. Our focus is on breathing new life into the hotels through thoughtful upgrades and delivering enhanced value to our guests. Pune is a dynamic market, and we see immense potential in elevating these properties to new standards.”