Sterling Holiday Resorts announced the opening of Sterling Saryu Ayodhya, its second resort in Ayodhya, reinforcing its destination-led growth strategy in one of India’s most significant spiritual hubs. The launch advances Sterling’s focus on building high-intent travel circuits across heritage and pilgrimage India—grounded in consistent service, trusted standards, and experiences rooted in place.
Design and accommodations
Inspired by the spiritual identity of the city and named after the sacred River Saryu, Sterling Saryu Ayodhya has been envisioned as a restful retreat for faith-led journeys. The resort offers thoughtfully planned accommodations—from Cocoon Rooms created for deep rest to Junior Suites suited for longer stays—aligned to the rhythm of pilgrimage days where early mornings, temple circuits and long walks make restorative sleep essential.
Location and facilities
Located within convenient reach of Ayodhya’s key temples, ghats and transport hubs, the retreat combines access with ease. The all-day dining restaurant, The Saryu Café, serves familiar, wholesome vegetarian flavours, while calm common areas and a well-appointed banquet hall make the property equally suited for spiritual group travel, family gatherings and focused meetings.
Leadership perspective
Speaking on the launch, Vikram Lalvani, Managing Director & CEO, Sterling Holiday Resorts, said: “Ayodhya is a defining chapter in India’s pilgrimage landscape—where faith-led travel is being shaped by stronger infrastructure and rising demand. With Sterling Saryu Ayodhya—our second resort in the city—we are deepening destination depth to serve travellers with comfort, calm and reliability, delivered with warmth. At Sterling, we believe hospitality is not just about a stay—it’s about how you make people feel, especially in a destination where the journey is as emotional as it is spiritual.”
Rishi Uppal, Director, Kalyan KK Hotels India Pvt Ltd, added: “Ayodhya is among India’s most important spiritual destinations, and demand for organised, comfort-led hospitality is growing rapidly. We wanted to create a retreat that supports this evolving travel behaviour, and Sterling’s leadership in heritage and pilgrimage destinations—combined with its proven operating expertise—made them the right partner for this vision.”
