Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Launches Three New Hotels

08 Apr 2026 CW Team

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited has launched three new hotels on 31 March 2026, expanding its presence in key leisure and spiritual destinations. The group opened Zone by The Park Darjeeling, Zone Connect by The Park Gangtok and Zone Connect by The Park Katra, marking simultaneous entry into these geographies. The launches are described by the company as a strategic step to accelerate growth and diversify its portfolio.

Zone by The Park Darjeeling represents the group’s first property in the hill station, bringing a design-forward sensibility and vibrant social spaces to the Queen of the Hills. The hotel is positioned to offer tech-enabled hospitality and contemporary guest experiences tailored to leisure travellers. The group expects the offering to appeal to visitors seeking both comfort and distinctive design-led stays.

Zone Connect by The Park Gangtok has been introduced to cater to growing demand for well planned stays in the region and to serve both leisure and adventure travellers. Zone Connect by The Park Katra establishes a presence in an important spiritual destination, focusing on comfortable and efficient stays for pilgrims and visitors. Together the properties are intended to meet diverse traveller needs across varied terrains and travel purposes.

The group said the simultaneous launch underscores its commitment to rapid expansion and to delivering consistent brand experiences across its portfolio as it pursues a transformative 2026. Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels operates 39 hotels across India and manages brands including THE PARK, THE PARK Collection, Zone by The Park, Zone Connect by The Park, and Stop by Zone. The company also maintains a retail food and beverage presence through Flurys with 105 outlets and is listed on BSE and the National Stock Exchange. The new openings are presented as strengthening the group’s position in the design led and mid scale hospitality segments.

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