Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 430 hotels across India, the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, expands its Fairmont Hotels & Resorts portfolio in India with the signing of Fairmont Shimla Fagu. Expected to open its doors in 2026, the property will be newly built on a 2.5-acre hilltop plot of land at an altitude of 2,400 metres in Fagu, Shimla.
For Fairmont Shimla Fagu, Accor is partnering with RTM Hotels, a SPV promoted by the Nagrath family that has business interests in real estate and hospitality in Northern India.
Vinod Nagrath, Director, RTM Hotels said, “Shimla has always been a major tourism destination for North India and is popularly known as Queen of Hills. Over the last few years and with the development of infrastructure, it has become a preferred destination for domestic luxury travellers and we want to offer discerning customers the very best of luxury hospitality right in the lap of nature. We are very excited to partner with Accor and Fairmont Hotels & Resorts for the launch of Fairmont Shimla Fagu. With 105 keys, a beautiful hillside location, and luxurious amenities, we are looking forward to making Fairmont Shimla Fagu one of the best luxury hotel destinations in Northern India.”
Mark Willis, CEO Fairmont Hotels & Resorts said, “This signing is a true milestone for us in the region and for Fairmont Hotel & Resorts to introduce such a unique building in one of the most scenic locations in the country. Being the fourth Fairmont property in India and the first in Himachal, Fairmont Shimla Fagu, with its distinct presence and unique architecture, is set to become an iconic landmark in Shimla.”
Aniruddh Kumar, VP Development, Accor India & South Asia said, “We are delighted to expand our presence in India with the addition of Fairmont Shimla Fagu. We will continue the legacy of our luxury portfolio by providing our guests with grand and enriching experiences.”
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