The conversion project in Barapani will strengthen IHCL’s presence in Northeast India, adding to its portfolio of 22 hotels in the region, including 16 under development.
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, has announced the signing of a resort in Barapani, Meghalaya. The conversion project will operate under the Taj brand as Taj Barapani.
The signing further strengthens IHCL’s presence in the Northeast, adding to its portfolio across a region that is gaining prominence for its natural attractions and expanding tourism infrastructure.
Taj Barapani to Feature 140 Keys and Premium Facilities
Situated on the banks of Umiam Lake, the 140-key Taj Barapani will feature an all-day dining restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a bar, a café and a lobby lounge.
The resort will also have indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, Taj’s signature J Wellness Circle spa and a salon.
Designed to cater to leisure and business travellers, the property will offer extensive meeting and event facilities. These will include a banquet hall spanning over 6,000 sq. ft., along with pre-function areas, meeting rooms and a boardroom.
The deal contributes to Taj’s expanding presence, reinforcing trends in new hotel agreements.IHCL Strengthens Presence in Northeast India
Commenting on the signing, Ms. Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President – Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said,
“As travel patterns evolve, destinations such as Meghalaya are gaining prominence for their unique natural appeal and expanding tourism infrastructure. Taj Barapani further strengthens IHCL’s presence in the Northeast and complements our existing portfolio, creating a seamless travel circuit across Guwahati, Barapani and Shillong. We are delighted to partner with Umiam Hotels Pvt. Ltd. for this project.”
The project is being developed in partnership with Umiam Hotels Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. Arun Kumar Rai, Managing Director, along with Mr. Ajay Kumar Rai and Mr. Anuj Kansal, Directors, Umiam Hotels Pvt. Ltd., said,
“We are delighted to partner with IHCL to bring the iconic Taj brand to Barapani. Combining the destination’s natural appeal with Taj’s legacy of hospitality, we believe the hotel will further strengthen Meghalaya’s tourism landscape.”
Barapani’s Tourism Appeal
Barapani is best known for the scenic Umiam Lake, a vast man-made reservoir surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The destination’s natural setting adds to its appeal for leisure travellers visiting Meghalaya.
With the addition of Taj Barapani, IHCL will have 22 hotels in Northeast India, including 16 under development. The signing also complements the company’s existing presence across Guwahati and Shillong, strengthening its regional hospitality network.
