Restaurant India News: Leisure Hotels Group to Open New Resort in Corbett, Expanding to Over 260 Keys

Leisure Hotels Group (LHG), a leading experiential resort chain in North India and a homegrown brand from Uttarakhand, is set to expand its presence in Corbett with the launch of a new experiential resort in December 2025. With this addition, the group will operate four properties in the region, offering over 260 accommodation options, including cottage-style rooms, suites, and swiss tents. This expansion makes it the largest and most diverse portfolio in Corbett.

LHG entered Corbett in 1993, playing a key role in shaping the area’s tourism landscape at a time when there were only a few organized accommodation options. The group introduced riverside retreats, tented camps, and luxury resorts, contributing to Corbett’s rise as a leading wildlife destination. Today, Corbett accounts for nearly 35 percent of LHG’s Uttarakhand portfolio.

Over the years, the group has marked several milestones. The Riverview Retreat (2000) brought cottage-style stays by the Kosi River. Jamoon Camp (2010) offered immersive tented lodging near the forest. In 2016, Taj Corbett Resort & Spa elevated the destination’s luxury hospitality segment. The upcoming resort aims to further strengthen the group’s position and broaden its offerings in the region.

“In the early 1990s, Corbett was a hidden wilderness retreat. As it emerged as India’s most celebrated wildlife destination, Leisure Hotels Group helped shape its tourism narrative. We didn’t just open properties— we set the standards for how Corbett would be experienced, from riverfront retreats and swiss tents to luxury resorts. Today, we are proud to be the only hospitality chain offering such a layered experience. For us, the journey has never been just about building hotels—it has been about nurturing a destination, preserving its culture, and redefining responsible wilderness tourism for the future,” said Mukund Prasad, Managing Director, Leisure Hotels Group.

The group’s Corbett portfolio caters to a diverse traveller base including families, couples, wildlife enthusiasts, adventure seekers, wedding groups, and corporates. Each property offers a different experience—riverside cottages reflect rustic charm, tented camps bring guests closer to the forest, and luxury resorts focus on comfort. Beyond safaris, LHG curates birding trails, riverside picnics, night walks, rafting expeditions, and wilderness-inspired dining experiences, such as jungle barbecues and traditional Kumaoni menus.

Community and cultural engagement form another key pillar of LHG’s Corbett strategy. The group has partnered with Sundarkhal village, creating local employment, hospitality training programs, and platforms for regional art and performance. Initiatives include reviving Aipan art, supporting Chhaliya dancers, and hosting Indian classical music events like Ragas by the River. On the sustainability front, the group has implemented solar power, rainwater harvesting, waste management systems, and wildlife conservation partnerships across its properties.

“In Corbett, we discovered more than opportunity, we established the foundation of our legacy,” said Vibhas Prasad, Director, Leisure Hotels Group. “Over the past three decades, we have introduced immersive stays, authentic dining, pioneering wilderness activities, and community-driven initiatives that have defined the Corbett experience. With this new resort along the Kosi river joining our cluster, we are reaffirming our commitment to keeping Corbett on the global wilderness tourism map.”

Looking ahead, Leisure Hotels Group aims to become India’s foremost experiential resort chain, with a target of 100 properties by 2030. The group continues to focus on expanding its footprint while maintaining a balance between hospitality growth and destination preservation.