Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, today announces the opening of Himalayan Woodcroft, Sirmaur – IHCL SeleQtions in Himachal Pradesh.

Mr. Gaurav Pokhariyal, Chief Operating Officer, Full-Service Business, IHCL, said, “As travellers increasingly seek experiences rooted in destination and local character, demand for leisure offerings in emerging markets continues to grow. SeleQtions celebrates hotels with a strong sense of place and individual character. Himalayan Woodcroft, Sirmaur – IHCL SeleQtions reflects this ethos and strengthens our presence in Himachal Pradesh’s leisure travel circuit.”

Nestled amidst the Himalayan highlands, the 41-key Himalayan Woodcroft, Sirmaur – IHCL SeleQtions is inspired by the region's architectural heritage, built in the traditional Kathkuni style using locally sourced stone and deodar wood. Spread across six acres and surrounded by pine and banj oak forests, the hotel offers panoramic views of the valley and the snow-capped Churdhar peak. Designed as a hillside hamlet, the hotel features independent cottages with warm wooden interiors, valley-facing windows and private sit-outs that blend seamlessly with the landscape.

Mr. Bijayan Sinha, Hotel Manager, Himalayan Woodcroft, Sirmaur – IHCL SeleQtions, said, “Himalayan Woodcroft offers guests an opportunity to experience the natural beauty and tranquility of Sirmaur in a setting inspired by the region’s architectural heritage. We look forward to welcoming travellers to this hillside escape.”

Culinary experiences at the hotel include Woodcroft Nest, an all-day dining restaurant offering Indian, regional and international cuisine, while Mist, the bar, provides a cosy retreat for guests to unwind against a backdrop of valley views. Set along the natural contours of the hillside, the hotel offers a swimming pool overlooking the valley and a fitness centre for guests seeking recreation and wellness.

For more information, visit Himalayan Woodcroft, Sirmaur – IHCL SeleQtions.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the iconic brand for the most discerning travellers and ranked as World’s Strongest Luxury Hotel Brand 2026 and India’s Strongest Brand 2026 as per Brand Finance; Claridges Collection, a curated set of boutique luxury hotels merging elegance with historical charm; Brij, an experiential leisure offering; Atmantan, one of India’s leading integrated wellness destinations; SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; Clarks, retreats set amid storied locales; Gateway, full-service hotels designed to be your gateway to exceptional destinations; Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels; Tree of Life, private escapes in tranquil settings and Ginger, which is revolutionising the mid-scale segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 687 hotels including 291 in the pipeline globally across 4 continents, 15 countries and over 300 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization.

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