Mumbai, 15th October 2025 Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL) today announced the launch of
ATHIVA Hotels & Resorts, a premium lifestyle hospitality brand debuting with over 900 keys
across six hotels. Derived from the Sanskrit word for “abundance” and “to a great extent”,
ATHIVA, a proprietary brand of CHL, is built on the ethos of joy, sustainability, and wellness,
delivering the assurance of the expected, and the joy of the unexpected.
The brand makes its debut with the transformation of the iconic The Dukes Retreat in Khandala,
now reimagined as ATHIVA Resort & Spa, Khandala. Featuring 147 rooms, including 11 elegant
suites, this property embodies refined luxury, authentic local experiences, and responsible
practices, positioning itself as a sanctuary of premium living.
Alongside this hotel, Chalet has identified five additional properties to transition to ATHIVA, over a
period of time. These include a fully renovated business hotel in Navi Mumbai, The Resort at
Aksa Beach, a K Raheja Corp Group Hotel and three greenfield projects under
development—two in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram. With more than 900 keys committed
at launch with plans to double capacity within three years, ATHIVA represents a strategic lifestyle
hospitality rollout in India, leveraging the brand strength of Chalet Hotels with a bold, experience-
first vision for the future of travel.
“With ATHIVA, we bring the trust, credibility, and operational excellence of Chalet Hotels to a
brand built for today’s India—welcoming business, leisure, bleisure, and MICE guests with one
consistent promise: abundant joy, wellness and care,” said Dr. Sanjay Sethi, MD & CEO of
Chalet Hotels Ltd. “Starting with our first ATHIVA Resort & Spa, Khandala, we will scale with
discipline and heart – delivering experiences that are joyful, wellness-first and sustainably
curated.”
Designed for the millennial & Gen Z mindset, ATHIVA introduces signature differentiators that
redefine the guest journey, including Breakfast@Anytime—freedom from rigid dining schedules;
Binge Box—a wholesome, complimentary snack offering that replaces calorie-heavy minibars;
Dollops of Joy—surprise treats thoughtfully woven across the stay; and Local
Immersions—authentic cultural connections.
Sustainability and wellness are intrinsic to ATHIVA. Each property will integrate energy-efficient
design, waste-conscious operations, local sourcing, and meaningful community partnerships.
Anchored in Chalet’s Parivartan initiative, ATHIVA advances a circular, inclusive, and
regenerative hospitality model that aligns environmental stewardship with social equity and
economic growth.
The launch marks a new chapter in Indian hospitality, at a time when young
travelers—empowered by rising incomes and a desire for authentic, shareable experiences—are
reshaping the market. ATHIVA is purpose-built for this demand, offering connection, creativity,
and care over traditional service models. More than just a hotel brand, ATHIVA is a movement
towards abundant, joyful, and sustainable hospitality for India and the world.
About Chalet Hotels Limited
Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL), part of K Raheja Corp, is an owner, developer, asset manager,
and operator of high-end hotels and luxury resorts in India. It comprises of 11 operating hotels &
resorts with 3,351 keys across globally recognized hospitality brands including JW Marriott, The
Westin, and Novotel (licensed), to name a few. Additionally, the company has ~1,200 rooms
under development. Strengthening its presence in the premium hospitality space, Chalet Hotels
has launched ATHIVA ®– a new-age premium lifestyle hospitality brand with a bold, experience-
first vision for the future of travel. Chalet is also augmenting its commercial real estate portfolio
from the current size of 2.4 million square feet to 3.3 million square feet.
Chalet Hotels has been certified as a Great Place To Work for the sixth year in a row. The
company’s enhanced sustainability success is reflected in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index
with an overall score of 67 (CSA Score Date: 28/02/2025). It is also the first hospitality company
across the globe to join the three key Climate Group initiatives – RE100, EP100, and EV100 as
well as the first hospitality company to achieve its EV 100 commitment (2021).
For the latest updates on our company, please visit chalethotels.com. and athiva.com.
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