India, June 23 -- Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Tree of Life resort at Chilika Lake, Odisha. This greenfield project marks the brand's entry into the state.
New Signing
- Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has signed a Tree of Life resort at Chilika Lake, Odisha, marking the brand's entry into the state.
- The project reflects IHCL's strategy to grow in nature-led, experiential destinations.
Resort Highlights
- 30-key property located on the banks of Chilika Lake.
- Features include:
- All-day dining restaurant & bar
- Spacious meeting room
- Swimming pool & spa
- Designed to offer immersive, tranquil stays with unobstructed lagoon views.
Destination Significance
- Chilika Lake: Asia's largest brackish water lagoon and the world's second largest coastal lagoon.
- UNESCO World Heritage site candidate.
- Home to 160+ bird species, the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin, and diverse marine life.
Partnership
- Developed in collaboration with Mr. Sanjay Gadodia (Scania Steels & Powers Ltd.), a diversified group with strong regional presence.
IHCL Context
- IHCL is India's largest hospitality company, with a portfolio of 640 hotels (263 in pipeline) across 15 countries and 300+ locations.
- Its portfolio spans Taj, Vivanta, SeleQtions, Ginger, Tree of Life, Brij, Claridges Collection, Atmantan, Gateway, among others.
This move is notable because it positions Odisha-often overlooked in luxury tourism-on IHCL's experiential map, alongside destinations like Rajasthan and Kerala.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.