There’s something undeniably special about a new name entering India’s luxury hospitality landscape — especially when it comes from a legacy as trusted as K Raheja’s Chalet Hotels Limited. With the launch of ATHIVA®️ Hotels & Resorts, Chalet Hotels isn’t just announcing a brand; they’re elevating the lifestyle quotient of Indian hospitality with a clear, fresh, and youth-forward vision.
A Brand Built for the New-Age Traveler
Derived from the Sanskrit word for “abundance” and “to a great extent,” ATHIVA is more than just a hotel brand — it’s a philosophy of joyful living. In a world where travel is increasingly about authentic experiences and emotional connection, ATHIVA steps in with an ethos built around joy, wellness, and sustainability, crafted to match the evolving desires of Indian millennials and Gen Z.
Its debut comes with the transformation of the iconic The Dukes Retreat, Khandala, now reimagined as ATHIVA Resort & Spa, Khandala — a 147-key property with 11 elegant suites. This is not just a relaunch; it’s a reimagining of what a getaway can feel like when hospitality meets thoughtfulness.
“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 of 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.”
Designed with a Pulse on Modern Lifestyles
Today’s travelers don’t just check in — they live the journey. Which is why ATHIVA’s signature differentiators feel refreshingly intuitive. Forget rigid breakfast hours — Breakfast@Anytime ensures your croissant craving at 4 PM is no longer a guilty pleasure but a given. The Binge Box, a complimentary snack offering replacing chargeable minibars, brings the joy of indulgence without the afterthought of a bill.
Then there’s Dollops of Joy — surprise treats and touches thoughtfully woven across the stay — and Local Immersions, which connect guests with authentic cultural experiences. These are not just amenities; they’re lifestyle statements designed to make each stay a story worth sharing.
A Lifestyle Brand of Reckoning
With 900+ keys across six hotels already mapped out and plans to double that in three years, ATHIVA is on a fast track to becoming a brand of reckoning in India’s hospitality space. This includes properties in Navi Mumbai, Aksa Beach, two in Goa, and one in Thiruvananthapuram, promising guests a seamless lifestyle hospitality experience across both leisure and urban destinations.
The timing couldn’t be more perfect. As Indian millennials and Gen Z travelers shape global travel trends, their expectations go beyond luxury — they want ease, meaning, and a touch of magic. ATHIVA’s design language and service philosophy speak directly to this evolving travel culture.
“More than just a hotel brand, ATHIVA is a movement towards abundant, joyful, and sustainable hospitality for India and the world.”
The Lifestyle Takeaway
What makes ATHIVA’s entry so exciting is that it doesn’t feel like another brand launch — it feels like the beginning of a new chapter in how India experiences travel. From the smallest details to the boldest design strokes, it’s about freedom, personalization, and joy.
For the well-heeled traveler who values stories as much as service, this is a brand to watch… and to experience. ATHIVA isn’t just raising the bar; it’s rewriting the language of premium lifestyle hospitality in India.
