IHCL SeleQtions presents Hari Ganga Niwas: Luxury by the Ganges

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) strengthens its Haridwar presence with the unveiling of Hari Ganga Niwas under IHCL SeleQtions.

By SOH Edit Team
Business| 9 October 2025

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has unveiled Hari Ganga Niwas – IHCL SeleQtions in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, its second SeleQtions property in the city following the acclaimed Pilibhit House. Nestled on the banks of the Ganges, this restored 15-key heritage retreat is IHCL’s sixth hotel in collaboration with the Prasad Group and strengthens the company’s footprint in India’s spiritual tourism circuit.

 

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL, said, “Hari Ganga Niwas strengthens IHCL’s footprint in Uttarakhand and reflects our commitment to preserving heritage while creating authentic travel experiences.”

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL.

Blending Culture and Authentic Experiences

Situated just beyond the bustling lanes of Haridwar’s riverside market, Hari Ganga Niwas has stood by the revered Ganges since 1913. Each room offers sweeping river views, while Ghar Se, the all-day vegetarian restaurant, serves soulful ghar ka khaana prepared from hyperlocal ingredients. Guests can enjoy guided heritage walks, immersive culinary journeys, and evenings graced by the Ganga Aarti at the hotel’s private ghat.

 

Vibhas Prasad, Promoter, Prasad Heritage Group, added, “Building on the success of Pilibhit House, we are delighted to extend our partnership with IHCL to present Hari Ganga Niwas — a retreat that reflects Haridwar’s timeless spirit and our family’s enduring legacy.”

 

Haridwar, renowned for Har ki Pauri aarti, ancient ghats, and festivals like the Kumbh Mela, offers a vibrant tapestry of spirituality and culture.

 

With the addition of Hari Ganga Niwas, IHCL now operates 34 hotels in Uttarakhand, including 21 under development.

 

Property Highlights:

  • 15-key heritage retreat
  • All-day vegetarian restaurant
  • Soulful food prepared from hyperlocal ingredients
  • Guided heritage walks & culinary journeys
  • Ganga Aarti at the hotel’s private ghat
  • Sweeping river views

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