Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) signs a Gateway resort in Patnitop, Jammu and Kashmir

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a new hotel under its Gateway brand in Patnitop, Jammu & Kashmir. This is a conversion project with plans for future expansion.

Expansion Move
- Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has signed a new hotel under its Gateway brand in Patnitop.
- This is a conversion project with plans for future expansion.

Strategic Vision
- Aligns with IHCL’s strategy to grow in leisure markets and destinations that serve as gateways to the Himalayas.
- Patnitop chosen for its appeal as a quick winter escape for travelers from Punjab, Delhi NCR, and Jammu.

Resort Features
- 78 keys (rooms) with immersive views of the region’s natural beauty.
- Dining options: all-day restaurant, specialty restaurant, and bar.
- Leisure amenities: two swimming pools (including heated), fitness centre, treatment rooms.
- Events: banquet hall spanning 4,000 sq. ft. for social and corporate gatherings.

Partnership
- Collaboration with FIL Industries Private Limited, a diversified enterprise engaged in hospitality, ropeway management, beverages, and tourism infrastructure.

Destination Appeal
- Patnitop: serene hill station surrounded by pine forests and snow-capped peaks.
- Adventure activities: paragliding, trekking, skiing.
- Attractions: Natha Top, Billo Ki Powri.

IHCL Presence
- With this addition, IHCL now has 12 hotels in Jammu & Kashmir, including 6 under development.
- Globally, IHCL operates 591 hotels (319 in pipeline) across 14 countries and 250+ locations.

This signing strengthens IHCL’s position as India’s largest hospitality company, while enhancing Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism infrastructure