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imgA thought on Sustainability & Nature

Development and environment must coexist.

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Brands
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Years of
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150+

Awards
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2200+

Rooms Across
India

Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat

A Legacy of Hospitality Brands by Mr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat

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imgAbout Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat

Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat, a Green Hotelier, an Environmentalist, an Entrepreneur, an Educationist, an Antiquarian, an Ornithologist, an Author, Globe Trotter and Black Belt Karate, is a versatile personality.


His journey started from a small vegetarian family restaurant to the Chairman of world’s highest award winning, Asia’s first an Ecotel hotel "The Orchid".

As an Environmentalist, Dr. Kamat planted more than 20 lakhs trees and transformed his over hundreds of acres of hillock into a place for medicinal plants and local trees for forestation. He also facilitated the first Butterfly Garden in Mumbai city & more than 28 gardens which are maintained on the vermiculture of the hotel.

The environ scopic monument of “Child Gives Birth to a Mother” is maintained in various part of Country thanks to Dr. Kamat's initiatives.

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Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat as an Author

The journey of Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat is one that reflects a lifetime of consistent hard work, a passion towards providing memorable experiences and above all, cherishing relationships that outlast materialistic achievements. It is, then little wonder that millions seek to emulate his lifestyle and his commitment towards making planet earth a better place.

A Son's Unwavering Determination Against All Odds

This book narrates Dr. Vithal Kamat's deeply personal journey of refusing to accept helplessness when his mother faced a serious health challenge. It showcases extraordinary perseverance, faith, research, and determination in the pursuit of healing, turning what seemed impossible into a story of hope and resilience.

Life Lessons Beyond Success and Failure

More than a memoir, the book explores the true meaning of success, failure, family responsibility, and emotional strength. Through real-life experiences, the author shares powerful insights on courage, gratitude, relationships, and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity.

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imgMoments from the Journey

A glimpse into an inspiring journey.

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Media & Resources

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Jan 3, 2024
TV9 Marathi

Renowned Hotelier Dr. Vithal Kamat in conversation with Kaushik Moulik

In conversation with Mr. Kaushik Moulik, the guest, Dr. Vithal Kamat, founder of The Orchid Hotels, is a nature lover, an artisan lover, and a role model who speaks about how he has been injected with hospitality, environment, culture, and heritage by his parents and his belief about how every industry should contribute and keep mother nature intact.

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June 14, 2024
Hospibuz

The Kamat Legacy: A Father-Son Duo Redefining Indian Hospitality

Father's Day, an occasion to celebrate the unique bond between fathers and their children, and more so when their shared passion leads to remarkable achievements. In the realm of Indian hospitality, the inspiring story of Dr. Vithal Venkatesh Kamat, Chairman, Kamat Hotels India Ltd (KHIL) and his son, Vishal Vithal Kamat, Executive Director at KHIL, stands..

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14 December, 2023
Hotelier India

The rise of the Kamat scion, the visionary Dr. Vithal Kamat

When legendary restaurateur Dr Vithal Kamat (of the famous Kamat chain of restaurants) opened Asia’s first ecotel hotel The Orchid in Mumbai in the late 90s, he wanted to give back to society. He designed it with utmost care to the environment. Today, it stands tall as one of the best sustainable hotels in the country. What started with the opening of a small vegetarian family restaurant..