Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. announced its latest signing under Aurika Hotels & Resorts – Luxury by Lemon Tree Hotels, with Aurika, Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Located in Narendra Nagar, this is a Greenfield project, slated to open in March 2025. The property is owned by M/s Kedar Ganga Hotels and Resorts Pvt. Ltd., and shall be operated through Carnation Hotels Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary and management arm of Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd.
The property will feature 132 rooms and suites, Mirasa, the all-day dining restaurant, Ariva, the bar, extensive banquet facilities including Ekaara, the ballroom, Aurum, the boardroom, and eclectic venues for private events and exclusive experiences. The recreational facilities will include Araya, the spa, a well-equipped fitness center and more.
Rishikesh is located in the foothills of the Himalayas, on the banks of the Ganges. It is well known as the Yoga Capital of the World and is in close proximity to Haridwar and Dehradun on either side. It is regarded as one of the holiest places for Hindus, a popular pilgrimage town and has evolved as a famous tourist destination over the years.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rattan Keswani, Deputy Managing Director – Lemon Tree Hotels Limited commented, “It is indeed a moment of pride for us as we expand our portfolio in Uttarakhand with our valued partner M/s Kedar Ganga Hotels and Resorts Pvt. Ltd. We launched the Aurika brand with our palace resort in Udaipur in 2019 and expanded with the coffee estate resort in Coorg in 2021. These resorts have met with tremendous success and extremely positive feedback from guests and industry peers alike, and we hope to bring this elevated ‘experience beyond the unusual’ to our guests in Uttarakhand as well. Uttarakhand is one of the preferred destinations for both Indian and international travellers, and Aurika, Rishikesh will be a wonderful addition to the beautiful state.”