Chalet Hotels Debuts ATHIVA with 900+ Keys Across 6 Destinations
With the launch of Athiva Hotels & Resorts, Chalet Hotels ushers in a new chapter for Indian hospitality—at a time when young, experience-driven travellers with rising spending power are transforming how the industry defines premium stays.
By SOH Edit Team
Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL) has announced the launch of ATHIVA Hotels & Resorts, a premium lifestyle hospitality brand debuting with over 900 keys across six destinations. Derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “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.
Debut Property: ATHIVA Resort & Spa, Khandala
ATHIVA 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, the resort blends refined luxury with authentic local experiences and responsible hospitality practices—positioning itself as a sanctuary of premium living and mindful indulgence.
Expansion Pipeline: 900+ Keys and Counting
Following its debut in Khandala, CHL has identified five additional properties to transition under the ATHIVA brand. These include:
- A fully renovated business hotel in Navi Mumbai
- The Resort at Aksa Beach, a K Raheja Corp Group Hotel
- Three greenfield developments under construction—two in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram
At launch, ATHIVA will operate with more than 900 keys, with plans to double capacity within three years. This rollout represents a strategic expansion into the lifestyle hospitality segment, combining CHL’s operational expertise with a forward-looking, experience-driven brand philosophy.
Leadership Vision
“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, 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.”
Dr. Sanjay Sethi, MD & CEO, Chalet Hotels Ltd.
Experience-First Hospitality for Modern Travellers
Catering to the millennial and Gen Z mindset, ATHIVA introduces a suite of signature guest experiences designed to redefine premium stays:
- Breakfast@Anytime – flexible dining that removes rigid meal schedules
- Binge Box – wholesome, complimentary snacks replacing calorie-heavy minibars
- Dollops of Joy – thoughtful surprise treats woven throughout the stay
- Local Immersions – authentic cultural and community-driven experiences
These innovations reflect ATHIVA’s commitment to creating emotionally resonant, personalized journeys for contemporary travellers.
Sustainability and Wellness at the Core
Sustainability and wellness form the foundation of ATHIVA’s design and operations. Each property will integrate:
- Energy-efficient architecture and waste-conscious systems
- Local sourcing and community engagement
- Meaningful collaborations under Chalet’s Parivartan initiative, promoting a circular, inclusive, and regenerative model of hospitality
Through these initiatives, ATHIVA aims to align environmental stewardship with social equity and economic growth, advancing Chalet’s broader ESG commitments.