IHCL & CG Hospitality Launch Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in Bhutan
IHCL & CG Hospitality expand footprint in Bhutan with the launch of Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa.
By SOH Edit Team
IHCL announced the opening of Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa in Phobjikha, Bhutan, marking a significant milestone in its sub-continental expansion strategy. The development reinforces IHCL’s commitment to strengthening its presence in high-potential leisure destinations across South Asia.
Commenting on the launch, Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL, stated that the opening aligns with the company’s strategic objective of expanding its footprint in the sub-continent. He highlighted Bhutan’s position as a globally recognised leisure destination offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. The resort has been developed in partnership with Happiness Resort & Spa, a collaboration between Anan Gurung and CG Hospitality Global, a member of CG Corp Global.
Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL.
Resort Overview and Strategic Partnerships
Located in the pristine Phobjikha Valley, the 35-key Taj Gangtey Resort & Spa is designed to reflect the serenity and natural splendour of its surroundings. The resort features Chang Lounge & Bar, offering curated blends and spirits in a fireside setting, and Vista, which showcases authentic flavours in a traditional Bhutanese ambience. Guest wellness offerings include the J Wellness Circle Spa, an indoor heated swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, and dedicated yoga instructors. Curated experiences such as guided monastery walks, meadow nature trails and crane spotting further enhance the destination-led offering.
Dr. Binod Chaudhary, Chairman, CG Corp Global, and Rahul Chaudhary, Managing Director & CEO, CG Hospitality Global, noted that Phobjikha’s quiet beauty and cultural significance made it an ideal location for a hospitality experience rooted in harmony with local traditions and the natural environment. Anan Gurung, CEO, Happiness Resort & Spa, Bhutan, added that the partnership with Taj brings to life a property that reflects Bhutan’s cultural depth and Himalayan heritage.
Phobjikha is widely regarded as one of Bhutan’s most scenic glacial valleys, known for its expansive meadows, unspoilt landscapes and timeless cultural character.
Key Offerings:
- 35 keys
- Chang Lounge & Bar
- Vista, all-day dining
- J Wellness Circle Spa
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- State-of-the-art fitness centre
- Guided monastery walks
- Nature trails through meadows
- Crane spotting
