Accor signs 220 key Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas
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The upcoming hotel, slated to open in 2031, will span across approximately 16 acres, featuring 220 guestrooms, four dining venues, event space, a spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, and a kids' club.
Accor announces the signing of Fairmont Rishikesh, Himalayas, marking another milestone in the group’s continued expansion of its luxury hospitality portfolio in India. Set to open in 2031 in the tranquil Shivpuri Range of Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
The upcoming hotel will span across approximately 16 acres, featuring 220 guestrooms, four dining venues, 3,000 square meters of event space, a spa, fitness centre, swimming pool, kids' club, and a range of thoughtfully curated guest experiences. The resort aims to become a landmark retreat in Uttarakhand, offering guests an exceptional setting for relaxation, celebrations, and memorable stays.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is one of Accor’s leading luxury brands globally. In India, Fairmont continues to grow its presence with Fairmont Jaipur, Fairmont Mumbai, and Fairmont Udaipur, alongside upcoming openings in Shimla Fagu, Goa, and Agra, further reinforcing the brand's commitment to bringing its renowned hospitality to exceptional destinations across the country.
Commenting on the signing, Ranju Alex, CEO, Accor, South Asia said, “Another 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.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Accor to introduce the Fairmont brand to Rishikesh. The location has enormous long-term potential, and we think Fairmont's tradition of providing opulent hospitality is a wonderful fit with the area's natural beauty, spiritual past, and increasing attractiveness to discerning tourists. Together, we hope to establish a historic location that would raise the bar for opulent hospitality in Uttarakhand,” added Vibhor Jain, Director, Javi Home Pvt. Ltd.
Accor in India & South Asia currently operates 75 hotels across luxury, premium, midscale and economy segments under ten brands such as Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Grand Mercure, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and ibis Styles. Ennismore, which represents the group in the lifestyle segment, is also active in the region with its first hotel Roswyn, a Morgans Originals hotel recently opening its doors in Mumbai.
