India’s spiritual tourism economy is projected to reach USD 135 billion by 2034
Summit Hotels and Resorts, a hospitality company headquartered in Siliguri, West Bengal, has entered India’s growing spiritual tourism market with the launch of Mandir Collection, a new hotel brand focussed on pilgrimage destinations and faith-inspired travel experiences. The move comes amid rising demand for spiritual, wellness and culture-led tourism across the country.
In a press statement, Summit Hotels and Resorts says that the company’s first property under the brand is planned in Rajasthan’s Salasar.
The proposed retreat will feature around 70 rooms and villas, including private pool villas, along with satvik dining and wellness experiences
The proposed retreat will feature around 70 rooms and villas, including private pool villas, along with satvik dining, wellness experiences, temple assistance services, devotional programmes and event spaces, adds the statement.
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Sumit Mitruka
“Spiritual travel in India is experiencing a massive boom, with nearly 1 in 5 Indians planning faith-based or wellness trips. Travellers today are not only visiting pilgrimage destinations for religious reasons but also seeking experiences in wellness, culture, and personal connection. India’s spiritual tourism economy is projected to reach USD 135 billion by 2034, and through Mandir Collection, our intention is to create hospitality experiences that remain rooted in the spirit of the destination while offering the comfort and quality modern travellers expect,” says Sumit Mitruka, CEO, Summit Hotels and Resorts.
According to the statement the move is aimed at tapping into the growing demand for spiritual, wellness and culture-led travel. The company is also evaluating expansion opportunities in key pilgrimage destinations such as Haridwar and Ayodhya as part of its broader growth strategy.