Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a Tree of Life resort in Wayanad, Kerala. This brownfield project marks the brand’s entry into the state. Tree of Life Resort in Wayanad - Project Type: Brownfield development - Keys: 55 rooms - Location: Overlooking Banasura Lake, Wayanad, Kerala - Facilities: All-day dining restaurant, bar, pool, spa, and wellness/recreational amenities Leadership Insights - Suma Venkatesh (IHCL EVP – Real Estate & Development): Emphasized Wayanad’s rise as a nature-led leisure destination and Tree of Life’s authenticity-driven approach. - Saeed Edavankandy (Geeone Exports Pvt. Ltd. / Geeone International LLC): Expressed confidence that the resort will strengthen Wayanad’s positioning as a preferred getaway. Destination Context - Wayanad, nestled in the Western Ghats, is known for biodiversity and scenic landscapes. - Nearby attractions: Banasura Dam, Pookode Lake, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. IHCL in Kerala - With this signing, IHCL now has 23 hotels in Kerala, including 5 under development. IHCL Brand Portfolio Includes Taj, Claridges Collection, Brij, Atmantan, SeleQtions, Gateway, Vivanta, Tree of Life, and Ginger — spanning luxury, wellness, experiential, and lean luxe segments. This move is significant because it marks Tree of Life’s debut in Kerala, expanding IHCL’s footprint in high-potential leisure markets.
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