THE FIRST CHAPTER
In 2018, hospitality entrepreneur Rahul Gera set out to build something more than a conventional hotel business.
The journey began with La Savanna Resort & Spa in Jim Corbett — a nature-inspired retreat surrounded by the forests and landscapes of one of India’s most celebrated destinations.
It was the first chapter of DL Hotels & Resorts.
But the vision was always bigger than a single property.
From the beginning, Rahul envisioned a hospitality company that could bring together destinations, stays, experiences, travel and people — becoming part of the traveller’s journey rather than simply a place to stay.
FROM ONE RESORT TO A GROWING HOSPITALITY NETWORK
What began with one resort gradually evolved through entrepreneurship, hotel operations, revenue management, business development, strategic partnerships and an unwavering focus on guest experience.
With every new destination came a new opportunity to understand what travellers truly value.
A hotel became more than a room.
A resort became more than a property.
A destination became more than a location.
And travel became more than a booking.
It became an experience.
Today, DL Hotels & Resorts has grown into a diverse hospitality and travel ecosystem, with
52+ premium hotels and nature-inspired resorts across 20 destinations in 7 states,
supported by a wider portfolio of travel and destination services.
What started as one property has grown into a journey of
destinations, experiences and relationships.
THE MEANING BEHIND DL
For us, DL stands for Destination Lovers.
Because we believe every destination has its own character.
A mountain has its silence.
A forest has its rhythm.
A city has its energy.
A pilgrimage has its purpose.
And every traveller has a different reason for making the journey.
Our role is to help transform those destinations into meaningful experiences.
We don’t simply ask:
“Where are you staying?”
We ask:
“What experience are you looking for?”
That question lies at the heart of everything we do.
FROM STAYS TO JOURNEYS
As our vision evolved, so did our definition of hospitality.
Today, DL Hotels & Resorts brings together multiple elements of the travel journey — creating an integrated ecosystem designed to make travel more seamless, memorable and meaningful.
Hotels & Resorts
Thoughtfully managed properties created around comfort, character and memorable stays.
Holiday Experiences
Destination-led journeys designed around interests, occasions and the experiences travellers seek.
Transportation
Reliable connectivity that connects travellers with destinations, hotels and experiences.
Corporate & Business Travel
Professional travel and hospitality solutions designed for organisations and business travellers.
Group Travel
Coordinated travel experiences for families, institutions, groups and tour operators.
Destination Management
Local expertise, trusted partnerships and on-ground execution across our destinations.
Pilgrimage Experiences
Thoughtfully planned spiritual journeys, including Char Dham Yatra, with a focus on comfort, coordination and peace of mind.
B2B Travel Solutions
Long-term partnerships with travel agents, tour operators and industry professionals built on trust, service and reliability.
This is the evolution of DL:
From rooms to journeys.
From properties to destinations.
From bookings to relationships.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE JOURNEY
At the heart of DL’s journey is Founder & Managing Director Rahul Gera.
His entrepreneurial approach combines hospitality with a strong commercial and operational perspective, bringing together hotel operations, revenue management, business development, sales & marketing, strategic partnerships and market expansion.
His philosophy is simple:
Great hospitality happens when people, experience and business intelligence come together.
Alongside him, Managing Director Sanyam Arora plays an important role in the organisation’s leadership, execution and continued growth.
Together, the leadership team is building DL Hotels & Resorts with a long-term focus on being customer-centric, commercially strong, operationally efficient and continuously evolving.
Because behind every successful property, there are people.
And behind every memorable guest experience, there is a team that cares.
MORE THAN HOSPITALITY. A LONG-TERM VISION.
Our journey is not defined only by the number of properties we operate or destinations we reach.
It is defined by the relationships we build along the way.
For our guests, it means creating experiences worth remembering.
For our partners, it means building relationships based on trust and consistency.
For our people, it means creating opportunities to learn, grow and lead.
For our stakeholders, it means building sustainable long-term value.
And for DL, it means continuing to create a hospitality organisation that stands for more than hotels.
MORE THAN HOSPITALITY. A LONG-TERM VISION
The first chapter began in Jim Corbett.
The next chapters will be written across new destinations, new experiences, new partnerships and new hospitality concepts.
Our ambition is not simply to grow bigger.
It is to grow better, smarter and more meaningful.
To create places people want to stay.
Experiences people want to remember.
Partnerships people want to continue.
And a brand people want to be a part of.
OUR JOURNEY
2018
The First Chapter
DL Hotels & Resorts begins its journey with La Savanna Resort & Spa, Jim Corbett.
TODAY
A Growing Hospitality Ecosystem
52+ Hotels & Resorts | 20 Destinations | 7 States
TOMORROW
The Journey Continues
Expanding our hospitality and destination ecosystem through new properties, destinations, experiences and partnerships.
Because there will always be another destination to discover.
Another experience to create.
Another partnership to build.
And another story to tell.
DL HOTELS & RESORTS
Destination Lovers. Experience Makers. Hospitality Builders.
Build the Brand. Empower the People. Create the Experience. Drive the Growth.