Fairmont boosts Indian portfolio with Himalayas signing

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is set to expand its Indian footprint with the opening of a property in the Himalayan foothills. 

Due to debut in 2031, Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas will feature 220 guestrooms, four dining venues, a spa, fitness centre, swimming pool and kids’ club.

The hotel will be spread across 16 acres in the Shivpuri Range close to the River Ganges.

It will offer a range of experiences across the region, which is known as a “wellness and spiritual destination”.

The brand says the opening coincides with an “ongoing increase in demand for luxury hospitality experiences in the Shivpuri-Rishikesh region”, including among travellers from nearby Delhi.

With existing addresses in Jaipur, Mumbai and Udaipur and upcoming openings scheduled in Shimla Fagu, Goa and Agra, this launch marks Fairmont’s “continued expansion” in the country.

Ranju Alex, chief executive of Fairmont’s parent brand Accor in south Asia, said: “A significant turning point in the strategic growth of the Fairmont brand in India is the signing of Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas. One of the most alluring luxury travel locations in the nation is Rishikesh, where spirituality, wellness and immersive travel come together. 

“This initiative demonstrates our dedication to providing outstanding hospitality to locations that provide genuine and significant experiences while bolstering our premium portfolio throughout the area.”