Restaurant India News: Sterling Expands in Tamil Nadu with Hibis Vellore, a New Bleisure Destination

Sterling Holiday Resorts has announced the opening of Sterling Hibis Vellore, a 40-room property set on 5.3 acres off Tiruvannamalai Road. This marks the company’s entry into Vellore and strengthens its presence in Tamil Nadu as part of its expanding network of leisure and business destinations.

Vellore has emerged as a hub that intersects pilgrimage, healthcare, education, and commerce. The new resort has been designed to cater to varied traveller segments including devotees visiting the Golden Temple at Sripuram, families exploring the historic Vellore Fort, medical and academic visitors linked to Christian Medical College and VIT, as well as corporates seeking a retreat-style venue within the city. The resort also connects with nearby Sterling properties in Yelagiri and Tiruvannamalai, allowing travellers to extend their journeys across spiritual, cultural, and leisure experiences.

Sterling Hibis Vellore comprises 36 Classic Rooms and 4 Suites built in a villa-style layout and equipped with modern comforts. Dining is centred around Orchid Restaurant, which highlights Arcot Nawabi heritage dishes alongside global cuisines, while Iris Bar offers cocktails and light snacks in a casual lounge setting. Guests also have access to a full-service spa, a fitness centre, and a 2,500 sq. ft. swimming pool with a dedicated kids’ section.

For events, the resort offers a Grand Banquet Hall with a capacity of 150 guests and a party lawn that can host up to 600, positioning it as a venue for weddings, social celebrations, and corporate gatherings.

“Sterling Hibis Vellore embodies our vision of offering urban travellers the best of both worlds—a tranquil resort setting within city limits, tailored equally for leisure and business. From pilgrims and medical visitors to families and corporates, this property is designed to meet every need with warmth and authenticity,” said Vikram Lalvani, MD & CEO, Sterling Holiday Resorts.

“Partnering with Sterling for Hibis Vellore allows us to bring an international standard of resort hospitality to the city. With its villa-style rooms, expansive lawns, and wellness amenities, this property sets a new benchmark in Vellore, appealing to both local gatherings and visiting travellers,” said Prabu Ramalingam, Managing Director, Dolphin Ecco Resort Hotels.

The resort is located three hours from Chennai Airport, 20 minutes from Vellore Cantt Railway Station, and 30 minutes from Katpadi Junction. With this launch, Sterling strengthens its footprint in Tamil Nadu, adding Vellore to its portfolio of resorts in Ooty, Kodaikanal, Yelagiri, Madurai, Tiruvannamalai, and Yercaud.