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IHCL & CG HOSPITALITY GLOBAL STRENGTHENS PRESENCE IN BHUTAN, UNVEILS TAJ GANGTEY RESORT & SPA
January 29, 2026|||
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Homepage > Press Room > IHCL & CG HOSPITALITY GLOBAL STRENGTHENS PRESENCE IN BHUTAN, UNVEILS TAJ GANGTEY RESORT & SPA
Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, announced the opening of Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in Phobjikha, Bhutan.
Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, said, “Building on our presence in the region, opening of Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa, is in line with our strategy of growing our footprint in the sub-continent. Bhutan is a well-established leisure destination on the global tourism map offering a combination of nature and culture. We are delighted to partner with Happiness Resort & Spa for this project, a collaboration between Mr. Anan Gurung and CG Hospitality Global a member of the CG Corp Global.”
Set in the pristine Phobjikha valley, the 35-key Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa, Bhutan brings the valley’s serenity into every room, offering a sanctuary of stillness. The Chang Lounge & Bar welcomes guests to unwind by the fire with rare blends and spirits, while Vista serves authentic flavours in a Bhutanese setting.The resort also features a J Wellness Circle Spaoffering holistic remedies, indoor heated swimming pool, state‑of‑the‑art fitness centre and dedicated yoga instructors. Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa offers a variety of guest experiences including guided monastery walks, nature trails through the meadows and crane spotting.
Dr. Binod Chaudhary, Chairman, CG Corp Global and Mr. Rahul Chaudhary, MD & CEO of CG Hospitality Global, said, “Phobjikha has always been a place of quiet beauty. Partnering with IHCL allows us to introduce a hospitality offering that is in harmony with the destination, its people and its traditions.”
Mr. Anan Gurung, CEO, Happiness Resort & Spa, Bhutan, said, “Steeped in culture and the timeless spirit of the Himalayas, Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa offers a window to Bhutan’s soul. We are proud to partner with the iconic Taj, World’s Strongest Hotel Brand for this hotel.”
Phobjikha, one of Bhutan’s most scenic glacial valleys, is known for its undisturbed natural beauty, open meadows and a cultural landscape that has remained timeless.
The current operating footprint of the partnership between IHCL and CG Hospitality in the Indian Sub-Continent and Middle East includes Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa and Taj Paro Resort & Spa in Bhutan, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa and Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa in Maldives, Taj Samudra, Colombo, Sri Lanka, Taj Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, two Vivanta hotels in Nepal and Taj Safaris, the wildlife luxury lodges in India and Nepal.
For more information visit Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa, Bhutan
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 Hotel Brand 2025 and India’s Strongest Brand 2025 as per Brand Finance; Claridges Collection, a curated set of boutique luxury hotels merging elegance with historical charm; Brij, experiential leisure resorts in storied destinations; Atmantan, an integrated wellness offering;SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels; 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 lean luxe 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 610 hotels including 253 in the pipeline globally across 4 continents, 14 countries and in over 250 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is India’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is listed on the BSE and NSE.
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