Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach has been named Best 5-Star Deluxe Hotel at the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Excellence Awards 2026, presented on World Tourism Day 2026.
The award was presented by Shri Kandula Durgesh, Hon’ble Minister for Tourism, Culture & Cinematography, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Mr. Uday Prakash, Mr. Chandan Sharma and Mr. Abhiram Sridhar received the award on behalf of Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach.
The state-level recognition acknowledges the hotel’s contribution to Visakhapatnam’s hospitality landscape and its role in catering to the city’s growing leisure, business and MICE segments. Located along R.K. Beach Road overlooking the Bay of Bengal, the hotel has been part of Visakhapatnam’s hospitality landscape and continues to serve both leisure and business travellers visiting the city.
Commenting on the recognition, Ms. Lakshmi Sridhar, General Manager, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, said, “Receiving this award is a meaningful recognition for the entire team. It reflects the commitment and dedication of our colleagues who work every day to create a welcoming experience for our guests. As Visakhapatnam continues to grow as a tourism and business destination, we remain committed to contributing to the state’s hospitality landscape and showcasing what Vizag has to offer.”
Mr. Uday Prakash, Director of Food & Beverage Service, Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, said, “It is an honour to receive this award on behalf of Novotel Visakhapatnam VarunBeach. This recognition reflects the collective effort of our team and encourages us to continue delivering consistent service and experiences to our guests. We are proud to be part of Visakhapatnam’s growing hospitality sector.”
The recognition comes as Visakhapatnam continues to develop as a destination for leisure, business and MICE travel, supported by its coastline, tourism attractions and growing business activity. For the hospitality sector, the city’s evolving tourism profile is creating opportunities for hotels to cater to a wider mix of domestic and business travellers.
The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Excellence Awards 2026 honour hospitality and tourism stakeholders contributing to the state’s tourism ecosystem. For Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, the award marks another recognition of its presence in the state’s hospitality sector.
