Accor Enters Uttarakhand With 150-Key Novotel Jim Corbett Hotel

Accor signs Novotel Jim Corbett Chhoi, marking its entry into Uttarakhand’s hospitality market. Scheduled to open in 2029, the 150-key property will feature dining, wellness and event facilities in the Kumaon region.

Global hospitality group Accor has announced the signing of Novotel Jim Corbett Chhoi, marking its debut in Uttarakhand and expanding its presence across India's leisure tourism destinations. Developed in partnership with Shri Sankatamochanaya Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., the 150-key hotel is scheduled to open in 2029 in the Kumaon region, near Jim Corbett National Park.

Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, the property will offer rooms and suites with private balconies overlooking the surrounding natural landscape. Designed to accommodate families, leisure travellers and business guests, the hotel will combine contemporary accommodation with dining, wellness and recreational facilities.

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The planned amenities include an all-day dining restaurant, a speciality restaurant and a bar. The property will also feature 600 square metres of banquet and meeting space to accommodate corporate events, social gatherings and family celebrations. Additional facilities will include a spa, fitness centre and swimming pool, providing opportunities for relaxation and physical activity.

Novotel Jim Corbett Chhoi will introduce the brand's Longevity Everyday philosophy to the region. The concept focuses on four everyday wellbeing pillars: Eat Sleep, Move and Meet. Through its approach to dining, restorative sleep, physical activity and meaningful social connections, Novotel aims to encourage healthier and more fulfilling guest experiences.

Ranju Alex, CEO, India and South Asia, Accor, says Jim Corbett offers a natural setting for the Novotel brand, particularly for families and travellers seeking opportunities to reconnect with nature. She highlights the group's focus on creating hospitality experiences that combine wellbeing, discovery and shared experiences.

Alok Goel, Founder and Promoter of Shri Sankatamochanaya Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., says the partnership aims to establish a distinctive hospitality destination that complements the region's natural appeal. He also highlights Novotel's family-friendly positioning and focus on guest wellbeing.

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Jim Corbett attracts visitors through its biodiversity and outdoor tourism experiences, including wildlife safaris, birdwatching, nature trails, river rafting and forest camping. Nearby attractions include the Kosi River, Corbett Falls and Garjiya Devi Temple, alongside wildlife zones such as Bijrani, Jhirna and Dhela.

The signing forms part of Accor's expansion strategy across India's emerging leisure destinations. The group currently operates more than 75 hotels across India and South Asia, spanning luxury, premium, midscale and economy segments. With its Uttarakhand entry, Accor aims to strengthen its hospitality portfolio in destinations driven by nature tourism, family travel and experiential stays.