Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) announced the signing of a resort in collaboration with Merlin Group near Joka on Diamond Harbour Road in Kolkata.
Commenting on the signing, Suma Venkatesh, Executive Vice President, Real Estate & Development, IHCL, said, “This signing is another step in IHCL expanding its footprint in Kolkata, a thriving metropolitan state capital. It will address the need for getaway destinations at a short driving distance from the city, which will help tap the increasing demand for both leisure as well as MICE. We are delighted to collaborate with Merlin Group, a leading real estate group in East India, for this resort.”
Ibiza, an IHCL SeleQtions, is a 130-key urban resort nestled in 11 acres of lush, landscaped gardens, strategically located on the Diamond Harbour Road in Kriparampur, a popular tourist destination. The resort will offer an all-day diner, a specialty restaurant, a bar, a sprawling swimming pool, a serene lake, and a variety of recreational activities, including indoor and outdoor activities and kids’ arenas. The versatile banqueting will feature a 5,400-square-foot ballroom, conference halls, pre-function areas, meeting rooms, and scenic outdoor venues. The resort will open in October 2025.
Sushil Mohta, Chairman of Merlin Group, said, “We are excited to partner with IHCL, India’s leading hospitality company. The resort will be an ideal destination for a quick escape from the bustle of the city.”
Kolkata, the capital of the state of West Bengal, is an important commercial centre for East India. The city is regarded as an artistic and cultural hub.
With the addition of this resort, IHCL will have seven hotels across Taj, SeleQtions, Vivanta, and Ginger brands in Kolkata, including two under development.
