ITC Hotels signs management agreement for Welcomhotel Kalimpong

This 70-key greenfield upper-upscale project, spread over 4 acres will offer plush rooms with spectacular views of the Himalayas and the valley, an all-day dining restaurant, a lounge, a bar and a specialty restaurant along with ample recreational facilities such as fitness centre, children’s club, games room, library, and a spa.

The picturesque resort shall offer over 15,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor event spaces.

ITC Hotels Divisional Chief Executive Anil Chadha said, “With the upcoming property of Welcomhotel Kalimpong, ITC’s Hotel Group will have a strong presence across West Bengal with 8 hotels across various segments. The Welcomhotel brand trajectory is growing fast across both business and leisure locations, and we are grateful for the trust that the Owners have placed in the brand.”

ITC Hotels already has a prominent presence in West Bengal with two iconic luxury properties, ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar in Kolkata.

Welcomhotel Kalimpong will further broaden this footprint along with the existing properties under the Fortune brand.

BLG Group Chairman Binod Kumar Gupta said, “We are excited to announce our landmark project in the serene hill station of Kalimpong in West Bengal. We are not just building a hotel, but a tranquil property inspired by local culture and dedicated to sustainable luxury.

“Our engagement with ITC Hotels and the Welcomhotel brand for management will ensure world-class service and unique guest experiences. The breathtaking mountain-views, versatile event spaces, authentic regional cuisine, recreational facilities, and eco-friendliness will make this property a must visit destination.”

ITC Hotels’ portfolio currently showcases 25 Welcomhotels across India with more in the pipeline.

Noteworthy properties under the brand that have opened recently cover destinations such as Manali, Jim Corbett, Amritsar, Bhubaneshwar, Chail, Katra and Guntur.