Hotel Launch
Chalet Hotels' Athiva Resort & Spa, Varca Announced: 205-Key Luxury Project Targeted for FY28 Completion
Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL), part of K Raheja Corp, on October 15, launched Athiva Hotels and Resorts, a premium lifestyle hospitality brand debuting 900 rooms across six hotels. The expansion includes three greenfield projects under development—two in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram.
| Developer | Chalet Hotels Limited (K Raheja Corp subsidiary) |
|---|---|
| Location | Varca, South Goa |
| Product Type | Athiva Resort & Spa, luxury hotel |
| Room Count | 205 rooms |
| Possession Timeline | FY28 delivery (April 2028) |
| Status (as of September 2026) | Under development; progressing on schedule |
| Brand Launch Date | October 15, 2025 |
| Athiva Portfolio Size | 900+ rooms across six hotels including greenfield projects in Goa |
Project Overview
Chalet Hotels launched Athiva Resort & Spa, Varca, Goa as part of its new premium hospitality brand portfolio. The property is one of three greenfield projects, of which two are in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram. The Goa properties are seafront resorts branded as Athiva Resort and Spa.
The Athiva brand is designed for the millennial and Gen Z mindset, introducing signature differentiators that redefine the guest journey, including Breakfast@Anytime, Binge Box, Dollops of Joy, and Local Immersions.
Developer Background
For the past 25 years, Chalet Hotels has been an owner, developer, asset manager, and operator of high-end hotels and luxury resorts in India. Its portfolio includes 11 hotels and resorts, with 3,351 rooms, across international brands including JW Marriott, The Westin, and Novotel.
Chalet Hotels has launched its own premium lifestyle hospitality brand, ATHIVA Hotels and Resorts, consisting of six hotels and over 900 keys, with plans to double its capacity within three years.
Athiva Portfolio Composition
The Athiva brand debut comprises 900 rooms across six hotels. The first property to become operational is Athiva Khandala, which was earlier The Dukes Retreat, about 85 km from Mumbai, set amid the Western Ghats. The other five properties include a business hotel in Navi Mumbai, The Resort at Aksa Beach (in Mumbai), and three greenfield projects, of which two are in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram.
Varca Locality Context
Varca is a beachfront village in South Goa's Salcette taluka (Benaulim), approximately 30 km south of Panaji. The locality has established itself as a leisure destination with multiple existing resorts and hotels catering to domestic and international tourists. Varca Beach is a key landmark in the locality, located 0.4 miles from central Orlim. The area hosts several existing resort properties serving the leisure market, positioning Athiva Resort & Spa within an established tourism corridor.
Development Timeline and Status
Athiva Resort & Spa at Varca, South Goa is scheduled for FY28 delivery with 205 rooms. The project is progressing on schedule with FY28 completion target. As of September 2026, the project is in the development phase and is classified as an upcoming property.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Athiva brand?
Athiva Hotels and Resorts is a premium lifestyle hospitality brand launched by Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL), part of K Raheja Corp, on October 15, 2025, debuting 900 rooms across six hotels.
How many rooms will Athiva Resort & Spa, Varca have?
The Varca property will have approximately 205 rooms.
When is the Varca resort expected to open?
Athiva Resort & Spa at Varca is scheduled for FY28 delivery (April 2028).
Is Athiva part of a larger hotel chain or portfolio?
Chalet Hotels is transitioning five additional properties to Athiva, including a business hotel in Navi Mumbai, The Resort at Aksa Beach, and three greenfield projects, of which two are in Goa and one in Thiruvananthapuram.
What is Chalet Hotels' existing hotel portfolio?
For the past 25 years, Chalet Hotels has been an owner, developer, asset manager, and operator of high-end hotels and luxury resorts in India. Its portfolio includes 11 hotels and resorts, with 3,351 rooms, across international brands including JW Marriott, The Westin, and Novotel.
Is this a RERA-registered property?
No RERA registration information has been documented for Athiva Resort & Spa, Varca. As a hotel project under the Hospitality sector, it may operate under different regulatory frameworks.