Sarovar Hotels announces the launch of Vandhara Sarovar Premiere in Patkote, Jim Corbett, a refined nature-led retreat near Jim Corbett National Park, marking the brand’s entry into one of North India’s most evocative leisure destinations. With 73 villas, rooms and suites, the hotel will be an enduring draw for luxury leisure, destination weddings and soulful getaways. Each villa/room/suite comes with a private balcony and garden facing or mountain facing views. With more than 150 hotels across India, Nepal and Africa, this opening aligns with Sarovar Hotels wider expansion roadmap, with nearly 80 new hotels in its development pipeline as the brand scales further across key leisure, business and regional markets.
Located in Patkote, an emerging premium hospitality corridor away from Corbett’s busier circuits, the new hotel offers travellers a quieter and more exclusive alternative amidst dense forests, open skies and the dramatic backdrop of the lower Himalayas. The location presents an immersive alternative to conventional wildlife stays, with easy access to Sitabani Temple, core safari zones, birding trails, forest walks, village experiences and hiking routes – allowing guests to engage deeply with the region’s natural and cultural rhythms. Designed to harmonise with its surroundings, the architecture and interiors blend contemporary luxury with nature-forward aesthetics- warm materials, expansive layouts and uninterrupted views that invite the outdoors in. The hotel holds appeal across generations, seamlessly catering to romantic escapes for couples and honeymooners, while offering enriching nature-led experiences for families travelling with children. Guests can enjoy curated experiences such as guided wildlife trails, birdwatching sessions, stargazing, night forest walks (in permitted zones), riverside picnics and local village tours. The hotel also offers a nature-inspired wellness experience with an outdoor pool, spa treatments and yoga sessions set against the backdrop of forest silence.
Positioned as a leading destination for weddings and MICE in the region, the hotel includes two indoor banquet halls measuring 3,200 sq. ft. and 1,500 sq. ft., along with a 5,000 sq. ft. Nakshatra Lawn for open-air events. Professional planning support, themed décor, gourmet menus and customised setups make the property suited for large celebrations as well as corporate gatherings. Dining options include Brahmkamal, an all-day restaurant that showcases regional flavours and global cuisine, and Somras, an intimate lounge bar offering signature beverages.
Commenting on the launch, Ajay K. Bakaya, Chairman, Sarovar Hotels & Director, Louvre Hotels India, said that the Corbett belt continues to evolve as a high-value leisure and celebrations hub. He added that Vandhara Sarovar Premiere is designed to address this demand through elevated accommodation, expansive event infrastructure and experiences that allow travellers to connect deeply with the forests, culture and spirit of Uttarakhand.
The launch of Vandhara Sarovar Premiere further strengthens Sarovar’s existing Uttarakhand portfolio, which includes ABN Sarovar Portico in Jim Corbett, Madhuban Sarovar Portico in Mussoorie, Seyfert Sarovar Premiere in Dehradun, Ambrosia Sarovar Portico and MJ Sarovar Portico in Haridwar, and Sarovar Portico in Badrinath.
