Summit Hotels & Resorts plans to open a 17-villa Signature Collection retreat in Lachung, North Sikkim, in December 2026. The proposed property, at approximately 8,600 feet, will feature architecture inspired by Sikkimese traditions and experiences linked to local culture and the surrounding landscape.
Sikkim recorded 23,96,459 tourist visits in January–June 2026, comprising 23,52,725 domestic and 43,734 foreign visits, according to figures submitted by the Ministry of Tourism to Parliament. Lachung serves as a base for trips to Yumthang Valley and other North Sikkim attractions. The opening date remains subject to confirmation by the company.
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