IHCL Signs A Tree Of Life Resort At Chilika Lake, Odisha

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.