Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) continues to strengthen its footprint in North India with the signing of a new property, Regenta Place Golden Castle, in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. The 43-key hotel marks another strategic step in the group’s asset-light expansion journey, reinforcing its presence in key industrial and business-driven destinations across the country.
Baddi, widely recognized as Asia’s largest pharmaceutical hub, plays a crucial role in India’s industrial ecosystem. The addition of Regenta Place Golden Castle is aimed at catering to the growing demand for high-quality accommodation from business travelers, corporate guests, and social event planners visiting the region.
Strategic Location Supports Business and Social Travel
Regenta Place Golden Castle is strategically located on the Baddi Nalagarh Road, NH-105, offering seamless connectivity to industrial zones and nearby commercial centers. The hotel will operate under a Management Agreement, aligning with Royal Orchid Hotels’ focus on scalable, asset-light growth while maintaining consistent service standards.
With its location and infrastructure, the property is positioned to serve not only corporate travelers visiting pharmaceutical and manufacturing units, but also guests attending weddings, conferences, and social gatherings.
Contemporary Rooms Designed for Comfort and Convenience
The hotel will feature 43 spacious and well-appointed rooms equipped with modern amenities such as LED televisions, high-speed Wi-Fi, electronic safes, and mini-bars. The thoughtfully designed room categories cater to varied guest preferences and include suite rooms with hill views and bathtubs, super deluxe rooms with roadside views, deluxe rooms overlooking the hills, and executive rooms offering calming lawn views.
Each room has been planned to balance comfort, functionality, and a relaxed stay experience for both short and extended visits.
Dining, Events, and Leisure Facilities
Regenta Place Golden Castle will offer a wide range of dining and banqueting options to enhance the guest experience. The property will house PINXX, a multi-cuisine restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, and Continental fare. Guests can also unwind at the Sky Bar and Lounge, an open terrace venue combining dining with panoramic views.
For events and meetings, the hotel will feature two banquet halls and a dedicated meeting room, along with an expansive 12,000-square-foot lawn ideal for weddings and large social functions. Additional amenities include a swimming pool, spa services, 24-hour in-room dining, and high-speed internet access across the property.
Leadership Insight on the Expansion
Commenting on the signing, Arjun Baljee, President, Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels, highlighted the strategic importance of the location. He noted that Baddi’s position as a major industrial and pharmaceutical hub makes it a key market for the brand’s business traveler segment. The signing of Regenta Place Golden Castle, he said, reinforces the group’s commitment to building a dependable and high-quality presence in important regional centers across North India, combining global service standards with strong value propositions.
Strengthening Presence in Emerging Business Hubs
With this signing, Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. continues to expand its Regenta portfolio in emerging commercial destinations. The Baddi property reflects the group’s broader vision of supporting India’s growing industrial corridors with reliable hospitality offerings that cater to both business and leisure needs.
As North India continues to witness industrial growth and increased travel demand, Regenta Place Golden Castle is set to become a preferred destination for corporate stays, events, and celebrations in Himachal Pradesh’s thriving pharmaceutical hub.
Kashvi Hiren Haria 
