Homegrown hospitality chain, Summit Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of two new boutique properties in North Bengal, further strengthening its presence across the Darjeeling and Siliguri region, one of the fastest growing tourism corridors in Eastern India. The hospitality group has signed Summit Gulma River Resort in Siliguri and Summit Falling Water near Darjeeling, both 30-room boutique properties positioned around nature-led experiences and intimate hospitality formats. The Siliguri property is expected to open on 15 August, while the Darjeeling project is scheduled to open in early January 2027.
Located in the Gulma area of Siliguri, overlooking the scenic Gulma Tea Estate and a flowing river, Summit Gulma River Resort is being developed as a boutique hospitality address combining leisure stays with event-led demand. The 30-room hotel will feature a mix of standard and studio-style rooms with kitchenettes suited for extended stays. The property will also include an in-house restaurant, bar, spa, gym and a banquet hall with capacity for approximately 150 guests, positioning it as a venue for boutique weddings, celebrations and corporate gatherings in the tea garden belt of Siliguri.
The second property, Summit Falling Water, will be located at Rangbull, around 3 kilometres before Darjeeling town, along the main highway connecting the hill station. Designed as an off-beat destination stay, the hotel draws architectural inspiration from the iconic Fallingwater residence designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, integrating the structure with the natural landscape. Built over a natural water stream that flows through the property, the hotel will offer 30 rooms with private balconies overlooking the stream and surrounding hills. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) track passes directly in front of the property, allowing guests views of the heritage train from the hotel.
“North Bengal continues to be one of the most compelling tourism regions in Eastern India, with demand driven by leisure travellers, weddings and the growing popularity of experiential hill destinations. With Summit Gulma River Resort in Siliguri and Summit Falling Water near Darjeeling, we are focusing on boutique properties that are deeply connected to their surroundings. Whether it is tea garden landscapes in the plains or a stream flowing through a hill property with views of the toy train, our aim is to create stays where the destination itself becomes the central experience for travellers,” Sumit Mitruka, Founder of Summit Hotels & Resorts commented.
The property will also feature a restaurant, coffee shop, spa overlooking the stream, gym, and large parking facilities. Seasonal snowfall in the area during winter months is expected to further enhance the destination appeal. With these additions, Summit Hotels & Resorts continues to deepen its footprint in the Eastern Himalayan region, focusing on smaller boutique formats that integrate local landscape, accessibility and experiential stays rather than large-scale resort developments.
About Summit Hotels & Resorts
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Siliguri, West Bengal, Summit Hotels & Resorts is East India’s leading hospitality chain and India’s largest leased hotel operator. With over 30 hotels and resorts across 17+ destinations, Summit has built a strong presence in the region’s hill stations and leisure markets, and is now expanding into high-potential temple towns as well as lesser-known hill towns.
Guided by founder and CEO Sumit Mitruka’s vision, Summit offers modern comfort, authentic local experiences, and guest-focused service, while employing over 1,000 people, most of whom are from local communities. The group’s growth strategy targets 50 properties by 2030, the launch of niche sub-brands, and a shift toward a higher direct booking share through enhanced digital platforms. Summit Hotels & Resorts remains committed to accessible, value-driven travel experiences that strengthen its roots in East India while broadening its national footprint.
