Dusit International strengthens India expansion with signing of Dusit Princess Rishikesh in Uttarakhand

Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Atmosphere, a luxury real estate and hospitality developer, to bring the Dusit Princess brand to the Tehri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

Opening Timeline:
Slated for 2031.

Location:
Himalayan foothills near Rishikesh, a global hub for spirituality, wellness, and adventure tourism.

Scale:
300 keys (hotel rooms + luxury duplex villas).

Wellness-Led Concept:
Immersive experiences inspired by the natural landscape, harmonizing hospitality with wellness.

Facilities:
- Lobby lounge, business centre, all-day dining restaurant
- Outdoor pool, gym, yoga room, multipurpose spaces
- Clubhouse with spa, infinity pool, squash court, mini-plex, bowling alley, indoor games, and curated leisure amenities

Strategic Context
- Builds on momentum from dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla (opened December 2024).
- Strengthens Dusit’s India pipeline, focusing on leisure and wellness destinations.

Leadership Insight:
- Siradej Donavanik (VP – Development, Dusit International) emphasized India’s long-term growth potential and the alignment of Rishikesh with evolving traveler trends.
- Sanchit Jain (Chairman & MD, Atmosphere) highlighted the vision of creating destination-led experiences combining luxury, wellness, and nature.

This development positions Dusit as a strong player in India’s experience-led travel sector, directly competing with other global hospitality brands investing in wellness and lifestyle tourism.