ITC Hotels Adds 95-Key Storii Retreat in Shantiniketan, Bengal

ITC Hotels expands its Storii portfolio in West Bengal with a 95-key cultural retreat in Shantiniketan, featuring restaurants, event spaces, landscaped lawns and recreational facilities.

ITC Hotels Limited has signed a management agreement for Storii Shantiniketan, a 95-key boutique retreat in West Bengal, expanding its presence in the state’s cultural and leisure tourism market. The upcoming property will operate under the Storii by ITC Hotels brand and is designed to reflect Shantiniketan’s artistic heritage, literary traditions and local culture.

The hotel will feature 95 rooms and suites, alongside an all-day dining restaurant, a bar and a lobby lounge. Its culinary offerings will include regional and international cuisine, catering to leisure travellers and visitors seeking a destination-led hospitality experience.

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For meetings, celebrations and social gatherings, the property will provide approximately 5,000 square feet of event space, complemented by landscaped lawns. Additional facilities will include a swimming pool, fitness centre and a dedicated children's club, positioning the hotel to accommodate families, leisure guests and event visitors.

The design will incorporate elements of traditional architecture, indigenous craftsmanship and local art forms. The property will also draw inspiration from Shantiniketan’s cultural identity, including its music, festivals, literature and artistic traditions, to create experiences connected with the destination.

Commenting on the agreement, Anil Chadha, Managing Director of ITC Hotels Limited, says Shantiniketan offers a distinctive combination of heritage, art, literature and natural surroundings. He adds that Storii Shantiniketan is envisioned as an immersive retreat that celebrates the destination while delivering personalised hospitality and memorable guest experiences.

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The signing aligns with ITC Hotels strategy to expand its Storii brand across destinations with distinctive cultural, natural and experiential appeal. The brand focuses on boutique properties that offer individual identities and experiences rooted in their locations.

Shantiniketan, recognised for its association with Rabindranath Tagore and Visva-Bharati, attracts visitors interested in education, literature, art and Bengali cultural traditions. The addition of Storii Shantiniketan is expected to strengthen the region's hospitality offering while expanding ITC Hotels' portfolio in eastern India.