Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of Radisson Resort Kalimpong, marking its entry into the scenic hill station of Kalimpong in West Bengal. This move highlights the Group’s strategic focus on strengthening its footprint in secondary and high-barrier markets while expanding its presence across Eastern India through unique leisure destinations.
Located in the Eastern Himalayas, Kalimpong offers a cool climate, showcases colonial-era charm, and provides panoramic views of the Kangchenjunga range. Consequently, the destination continues to attract steady demand from weekend travellers and holidaymakers seeking alternatives to more saturated hill stations. Moreover, its proximity to established tourism circuits further enhances its appeal, positioning Kalimpong as an emerging premium destination for experiential and nature-led travel.
“Kalimpong represents a compelling opportunity as an underpenetrated leisure market with strong long-term potential. Being the first internationally branded hotel in the destination reflects our consistent first-mover strategy of entering emerging markets early and shaping their hospitality landscape with trusted global brands. It will further strengthen our footprint in Eastern India while reinforcing our commitment to bringing globally recognised hospitality brands to new tourism markets across the country,” said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.
Radisson Resort Kalimpong will offer uninterrupted views of the Kangchenjunga range. Additionally, the resort will feature 100 guest rooms, including 90 standard rooms and 10 suites. It will also include contemporary dining options such as an all-day dining restaurant and a tea lounge. Furthermore, the property will provide extensive meeting and event facilities, including a banquet hall, conference room, business lounge, and multiple meeting rooms, making it suitable for corporate retreats, social gatherings, and destination weddings. To enhance the overall guest experience, the resort will also include a spa, a fitness center, and an infinity swimming pool, thereby delivering a balanced mix of leisure, wellness, and business amenities.
“Radisson Resort Kalimpong affirms successful implementation of our strategy to establish Radisson Hotel Group as a leading hospitality chain in Eastern and North Eastern states of India. This resort, at an advanced stage of construction, is a strong opportunity to establish a premium branded resort in a destination with exceptional natural appeal and limited branded competition. The elevated site, combined with comprehensive MICE and wellness facilities, enables us to create a well-rounded resort product that can cater to leisure travelers, weddings, and corporate off-sites. We see strong long-term value in this market and look forward to developing a landmark property that blends international standards with the distinctive character of the Eastern Himalayas,” said Davashish Srivastava, Senior Director, Development, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.
In addition, the development partner expressed confidence in the collaboration. “This partnership with Radisson Hotel Group marks an important milestone for our project in Kalimpong. The destination has long been admired for its natural beauty but has lacked a globally branded hospitality offering. By collaborating with an internationally recognised brand, we aim to create a resort that will elevate the tourism landscape of Kalimpong while offering world-class service and facilities to travellers. We are confident that Radisson Resort Kalimpong will emerge as a preferred destination for leisure stays, weddings, and corporate retreats, and we look forward to a long and successful association with the Group,” said Rohit Gupta, Director, Gajbadan Tradewing Private Limited.
Radisson Hotel Group is strategically entering Kalimpong to capitalize on the region’s rising leisure demand and limited branded hospitality presence. By leveraging its first-mover advantage and focusing on experiential travel, the Group can shape the destination’s hospitality landscape while strengthening its leadership in Eastern India.
