Restaurant India News: IHCL SeleQtions Unveils Hari Ganga Niwas, Strengthening Presence in Haridwar

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company unveils Hari Ganga Niwas – IHCL SeleQtions in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. This is brand’s second hotel in Haridwar, after the popular Pilibhit House.

Located beside the Ganges since 1913, the hotel offers calm escape just steps away from the busy riverside market. Rooms open to peaceful views of the river, while Ghar Se, the vegetarian restaurant, serves comforting home-style food made with local ingredients. Guests can enjoy guided heritage walks, local food experiences, and the evening Ganga Aarti at the hotel’s private ghat.

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. This restored 15-key heritage retreat is our sixth hotel in collaboration with the Prasad Group and extends IHCL’s offering in the spiritual circuit of India.”  

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, one of India’s seven holiest cities, is known for its iconic Har ki Pauri aarti, ancient ghats, and vibrant festivals like the Kumbh Mela, making the city is a living tapestry of spirituality and culture. With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have 34 hotels in Uttarakhand, including 21 under development.