Places to Stay in Shimla

Shimla, encased in Rhododendron, Himalayan Oak, and fir trees is crowned with the title ‘Queen of hills’. Shimla has been in importance since the very beginning, from being the summer capital during the British era to being the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. It has always captivated numerous tourists from all over India and the world. The city has received its name from Shyamala Mata who is believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Kali for whom a temple is dedicated on the hilltop of Bantony as Kali Bari Temple. Shimla is one of the favorite hill stations in Indian hearts and is also listed under UNESCO World Heritage sites along with a few other hill stations of India. Also, the Shimla-Kalka Railway which still runs on the engine almost a century-old built during British rule is listed in UNESCO World Heritage sites. Shimla was brought into importance only after the start of British rule. Shimla is home to the oldest post office and only Natural Ice Skating Rink. In 1806 Shimla was invaded by Bhimsen That Nepal. After the Anglo- Nepalese war between 1814-16, the British East India Company took over the territory under control as per the Sugauli Treaty. Due to once being the Britisher’s vacation hub, Shimla has many structures influenced by British culture, one of those is the Second Oldest Church of North- India. Leaders of the freedom movement Mahatma Gandhi, Pandit Nehru, Sardar Patel, Maulana Azad, and many others frequently visited Shimla during the struggling days of Independence. Shimla has an important role in Indian History as the India- Pakistan peace treaty, Shimla agreement was signed by Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi and President of Pakistan Zulfikar Ali Bhutto at that date in Viceregal Lodge which is now, Indian Institute of Advanced Studies. During its heyday, it attracted many princes, diplomats, merchants, and political leaders of countries like Tibet, Afghanistan, Myanmar, China, and other countries. Shimla is also an Agricultural trade center and has industries like manufacturing, Brewing, and handloom weaving.

Places to Stay in Shimla

5 Star Stays in Shimla

Wild Flower Hall ( An Oberoi Resort)

Located at an elevation of 2517 meters betwixt dense forests and Himalayan mountains was originally the residence of Lord Kitchener of Khartoum. It is believed the building was the treasured retreat of Lord Ripon which had caught fire and burnt in the year 1993 and later was new Wildflower rebuilt as a hotel in a joint venture by Himachal Pradesh Government and Oberoi Groups of Hotel in Shimla. This 5-star property has several types of rooms like Deluxe Room with Victorian Garden View, Premier Room with Valley View, Premier Room with Himalayan Mountain View. Each room of the property has agonizing vintage furniture and teak wood flooring. The property offers a heated pool, spa, bar alfresco dining, and a library.

Location of Wild Flower Hall: Chharabra
Wild Flower Hall Check-in time: 2 pm
Wild Flower Hall Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Wild Flower Hall from Shimla Mall road: 10.8 km
Wild Flower Hall from Shimla Railway Station: 12 km
Wild Flower Hall from Jubbarhatti Airport (SLV): 31 km
Wild Flower Hall from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 132.5 km via NH05

Oberoi Cecil

Built in the year 1884, Burmese teak floors, opulent decor, glowing fireplaces, and panoramic landscapes of the mountains from each room, the property hosts a luxurious and comfortable stay. The Suite rooms also have a terrace and living room. The property flaunts colonial architecture. It has a decorous kitchen, lounge bar, heated indoor pool, and spa facilities. Rooms like Deluxe Rooms, Luxury rooms, Premier Valley View rooms, Deluxe Suites, and Luxury Suites are available. The restaurant here serves Pan-Indian, International, and Local Himaliyaan Cuisines.

Location of Oberoi Cecil: Chaura Maidan Rd,Shimla
Oberoi Cecil Check-in time: 2 pm
Oberoi Cecil Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Oberoi Cecil from Shimla Mall road: 2.1 km
Oberoi Cecil from Shimla Railway Station: 200 m
Oberoi Cecil from Jubbarhatti Airport (SLV): 18.1 km
Oberoi Cecil from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 120.5 km via NH05

Taj Theog Resort and Spa

Taj Theog Resort and Spa is located in the Theog, at the edge of the ridge, Taj Theog Resort and Spa has exemplary local craftsmanship and offers traditional Indian hospitality. Set in a backdrop filled with broadleaved Oaks, orchards, gushing rivers, and mesmerizing view of the Himalayan ranges. Premium Valley View Room Suite Valley View room and Taj Club Room with single and double occupancy, single large king-size beds, and twin beds are available. The rooms feature meticulous furniture and hand-painted walls. The property includes an exclusive bar, lavish restaurant, and well-maintained lawn and spa treatments and event venues.

Location of Taj Theog Resort and Spa: Tehsil
Taj Theog Resort and Spa Check-in time: 2 pm
Taj Theog Resort and Spa Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Taj Theog Resort and Spa from Shimla Mall road: 30.7 km
Taj Theog Resort and Spa from Shimla Railway Station: 32.3 km
Taj Theog Resort and Spa from Jubbarhatti Airport (SLV): 50.9 km
Taj Theog Resort and Spa from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 142.6 km via NH05

Wooddays Resort

Wooddays Resort is a luxurious Boutique hut resort that is spread over 24,700 sq km and at an elevation of 8,136 meters in Kufri. Wooddays Resort offers a Nordic/Scandinavian-styled hut made of high-grade timber wood. The resorts wish to offer the ‘best of both worlds’ i.e luxurious comfortable huts away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The huts offer an alluring view of the snow-clad Himalayan mountain ranges. The resort also has a multi-cuisine restaurant that also offers a taste of local Himachali Pahari cuisines. The evenings here are joyful with a bonfire in the open area garden.

Location of Wooddays Resort: Kufri
Wooddays Resort Check-in time: 2 pm, early check-in is available on room availability
Wooddays Resort Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Wooddays Resort from Shimla Mall road: 16.1 km
Wooddays Resort from Shimla Railway Station: 17.7 km
Wooddays Resort from Jubbarhatti Airport (SLV): 36.3 km
Wooddays Resort from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 128.1 km via NH05

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels

Welcomhotel by ITC brings ravishing experiences across culture cuisine and nature, Overlooking the quiet opulence of the evergreen Himalayan forest. The property offers distinctly designed rooms with polished interiors and designer fittings along with luxurious amenities. Every room gives an astounding view of the mountains from the balcony and window panes. Deluxe Rooms and Superior rooms on single and double occupancy are offered by the property. For rejuvenating one can opt for Spa therapies and nature walks here.

Location of Welcomhotel by ITC: Village Patengalli
Welcomhotel by ITC Check-in time: 3 pm
Welcomhotel by ITC Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Welcomhotel by ITC from Shimla Mall road: 14.2 km
Welcomhotel by ITC from Shimla Railway Station: 18 km
Welcomhotel by ITC from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 34.4 km
Welcomhotel by ITC from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 135.7 km via NH05

4 Star Stays in Shimla

Clarkes Hotel

Clarkes Hotel, a grand heritage hotel since 1898 is one of the oldest hotels in Shimla known for its architecture dating back to the colonial era. The property provides courteous service and superior amenities of terraces, banquet, and lobby lounge along with warm themes and wooden furnishing adorning the rooms. Upgraded Suites add balconies, seating areas, mountain landscape views. The restaurant serves Indian, continental and Chinese cuisines. The 18th-century lounge bar serves cocktails, mocktails, and drinks. The property has Premier Rooms, Suites, Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms.

Location of Clarkes Hotel: Bemloi
Clarkes Hotel Check-in time: 2 pm
Clarkes Hotel Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Clarkes Hotel from Shimla Mall road: 650 m
Clarkes Hotel from Shimla Railway Station: 900 m
Clarkes Hotel from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 20.9 km
Clarkes Hotel from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 122.3 km via NH05

Snow Valley Resort

Snow Valley Resort is a 4-star resort and an international restaurant situated in the tinkle valley with acres of private estate hiking trails is famous for its unparalleled hospitality and alluring Himalayan vistas. The property offers, Standard Double bedrooms, Premium Double Bedroom, Business suites with contemporary furnishing, wood-lined bedrooms, and spacious living rooms along with floor-to-ceiling windows. They also provide facilities of free parking, Wifi, Bars and multicuisine restaurant. It is located just 3.5 km away from Shimla Railway Station.

Location of Snow Valley Resort: Opp. to Shimla High Court, near Mall Road
Snow Valley Resort Check-in time: 2 pm
Snow Valley Resort Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Snow Valley Resort from Shimla Mall road: 5.2 km
Snow Valley Resort from Shimla Railway Station: 3 km
Snow Valley Resort from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 18.2 km
Snow Valley Resort from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 116.4 km via NH05

Marigold Sarovar Portico

Marigold Sarovar Portico is located at the exquisite hills of Mashobra offers to stay in traditionally built cottages with 3 lavishly appointed bedrooms, partial stone exteriors, sloping tiled roofs, wood line furniture, kitchenettes, and plush living rooms. They also arrange treks for adventure enthusiasts on request. The multi-cuisine restaurant offers lip-smacking food of Indian, Asian, and local Pahari cuisines and has a lounge bar and spa. The property has Superior Room, Mountain View Room with a balcony, and Mountain View Suite Room with Private sit-outs, Family Suite with Mountain View Room and their specialty, Swiss Duplex Cottages with a private garden.

Location of Marigold Sarovar Portico: Mashobra, Naldehra
Marigold Sarovar Portico Check-in time: 2 pm
Marigold Sarovar Portico Check-out time: 11 pm

Distance:

Marigold Sarovar Portico from Shimla Mall road: 16.4 km
Marigold Sarovar Portico from Shimla Railway Station: 18 km
Marigold Sarovar Portico from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 21.2 km
Marigold Sarovar Portico from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 128.3 km via NH05

Hotel Willow Banks

Hotel Willow Banks is located on the Mall road of Shimla City is built on a heritage and landmark estate with white and warm hues dominating the interior palette. This property offers spacious luxury rooms furnished with parquet floors, wooden furniture, and a snug ambiance along with banquet services and a jacuzzi. The Hotel also has a multi-cuisine restaurant excelling in Indian and Asian cuisines, it offers a contemporary twist to classic flavors. They have Super Deluxe Room with a small balcony, Premium Room with a large balcony, Premium Room with Kitchenette. Super Deluxe Room with a small balcony and Interconnected Family Rooms.

Location of Hotel Willow Banks: The Mall Road
Hotel Willow Banks Check-in time: 2 pm
Hotel Willow BanksCheck-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Hotel Willow Banks from Shimla Mall road: 550 m
Hotel Willow Banks from Shimla Railway Station: 2.2 km
Hotel Willow Banks from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 20 km
Hotel Willow Banks from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 112.6 km via NH05

Marina, Shimla

Marina Shimla is the first designer boutique hotel of its kind, loaded with opulent amenities of a multicuisine restaurant, indoor pool, fitness center, and lovingly nurtured gardens. This designer boutique hotel hosts its guests in Sylvan rooms and suites the types of rooms available are Executive rooms, Superior rooms, and Deluxe rooms. Each accommodation has minibars, robust connectivity, hot tubs, and balconies that open up to the majestic view of the snow-capped Himalayan mountains. They are ready to pamper you with their revitalizing therapies in their Spa and Sauna.

Location of Marina Shimla: The Mall Road
Marina Shimla Check-in time: 2 pm
Marina Shimla Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Marina Shimla from Shimla Mall road: 1.1 km
Marina Shimla from Shimla Railway Station: 2.6 km
Marina Shimla from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 21.2 km
Marina Shimla from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 113 km via NH05

3 Star Stays in Shimla

Treebo Trend Varuna

Tree Trend Varuna is located at just walking distance from Shimla Railway Station is bestowed with the charm of subalpine foliage, panoramic mountain views, and refined amenities. The property has standard double rooms furnished with wooden paneling, king-sized beds, with some rooms having a snow-laden lake view and a fancy bar. The restaurant serves local Himachal and Indian cuisines.

Location of Marina Shimla: The Mall Road
Marina Shimla Check-in time: 2 pm
Marina Shimla Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Marina Shimla from Shimla Mall road: 1.1 km
Marina Shimla from Shimla Railway Station: 2.6 km
Marina Shimla from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 21.2 km
Marina Shimla from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 113 km via NH05

Honeymoon Inn

Honeymoon Inn is located just at a distance of 1km from Shimla Railway Station at the mountainside. The property provides homely stay with Super Deluxe Rooms and Honeymoon Suites and has a common games room. The restaurant serves local Himachal, Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisines and romantic-themed dinner nights. Mountain biking and Hiking are arranged on request.

Location of Honeymoon Inn: The Mall Road
Honeymoon Inn Check-in time: 12 pm
Honeymoon Inn Check-out time: 11 am

Distance:

Honeymoon Inn from Shimla Mall road: 1.5 km
Honeymoon Inn from Shimla Railway Station: 2.6 km
Honeymoon Inn from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 21.2 km
Honeymoon Inn from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 112.9 km via NH05

Mahaveer, Shimla

Mahaveer has located 1.8 km from the ridge is a three-star accommodation that offers 24 hours desk service. They also provide free parking and wifi facilities. The rooms available here are Deluxe Double Room, Standard Double Room, Superior Double Room, Deluxe Double Room. The food cooked in the kitchen here has a homely taste. The property offers panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains from every corner.

Location of Mahaveer: Kaithu
Mahaveer Check-in time: 12 pm
Mahaveer Check-out time: 11 am

Distance:

Mahaveer from Shimla Mall road: 1.2 km
Mahaveer from Shimla Railway Station: 1.4 km
Mahaveer from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 20 km
Mahaveer from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 111.7 km via NH05

Standard Stays in Shimla.

The Hill Crest Inn

The Hill Crest Inn is located less than 1km from Mall Road, has accommodation with shared lounges, a garden, and 24-hour front desk service along with free parking and wifi services. It has spacious and furnished rooms with basic amenities of Deluxe and Superior room types. The kitchen provides foods of complete hygiene and quality-based food the property also has a bar.

Location of The Hill Crest Inn: Bawa Market, Shilli
The Hill Crest Inn Check-in time: 12 pm
The Hill Crest Inn Check-out time: 11 am

Distance:

The Hill Crest Inn from Shimla Mall road: 1.3 km
The Hill Crest Inn from Shimla Railway Station: 650 m
The Hill Crest Inn from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 19.2 km
The Hill Crest Inn from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 120.6 km via NH05

The Oak Tree House

The Oak Tree House located in Chotta Shimla approximately 5 km away from the city center with the spectacular backdrop of Oak forests, provides a luxurious stay with a home away from home vibes. With period antique furnishing and themes of obsolete eras, each room has snug beddings, fleecy rugs, and astonishing mountain views. The in-house restaurant prepares hot Indian food with fresh locally produced, also has a bar inside. They do consider serving special diet menus and kids’ meals on request. The property also offers free parking and wifi facilities. They do arrange cycling and hiking activities on request.

Location of The Oak Tree House: Bharari Road, Longwood
The Oak Tree House Check-in time: 12 pm
The Oak Tree House Check-out time: 11 am

Distance:

The Oak Tree House from Shimla Mall road: 2.3 km
The Oak Tree House from Shimla Railway Station: 3.9 km
The Oak Tree House from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 22.5 km
The Oak Tree House from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 123.8 km via NH05

Homestays in Shimla

Vipul Homestay

Vipul Homestay is a famous homestay situated 7km from the Mall road provides a comfortable stay that feels home away from home. The rooms are spacious and furnished with the basic required furniture with splendid views of the Himalayan mountains. It also provides free wifi and parking facilities. The food made in the kitchen has a home-like taste and also serves local food. It is located just approximately 7 km away from Shimla Railway station.

Location of Vipul Homestay: Dudhli
Vipul Homestay Check-in time: 12 pm
Vipul Homestay Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Vipul Homestay from Shimla Mall road: 4.5 km
Vipul Homestay from Shimla Railway Station: 5.7 km
Vipul Homestay from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 24.3 km
Vipul Homestay from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 126.3 km via NH05

Vatsalyam Homestay

Vatsalyam Homestay is run by the locally renowned Sharda Family. Situated on the fringe of the center of the city, Shimla overlooking deodar forests and the stream. One can enjoy the forest walk or just sit back on the logs in the Garden with seasonal fruit and flora and feel the fresh air with the aroma of nature. The lip-smacking vegetarian local Himachali cuisines. The property has spacious rooms with a common terrace. Enjoy your evenings with a pleasant breeze and bonfires. The facilities like Wifi and Parking are free here.

Location of Vatsalyam Homestay: Lower Dudhli
Vatsalyam Homestay Check-in time: 12 pm
Vatsalyam Homestay Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

Vatsalyam Homestay from Shimla Mall road: 4.8 km
Vatsalyam Homestay from Shimla Railway Station: 6 km
Vatsalyam Homestay from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 24.6 km
Vatsalyam Homestay from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 126.6 km via NH05

The White Homestay

The White Heaven Homestay is located near the center city on a top-notch. It is a newly built property with a perfect blend of modern facilities and contemporary living. It has soundproof business suites with large King-sized beds, large windows, a heating system, and artsy furniture. Not only free parking and Wifi but outdoor bonfire, breakfast, coffee, and bottled water are also under complementary services. The dining hall of the property is always brightly lit and the porch with a magnificent view of the Himalayas. The distance of The White Haven Homestay from Shimla railway station is nearly 8.4 km.

Location of The White Haven Homestay: Lower Dudhli
The White Haven Homestay Check-in time: 12 pm
The White Haven Homestay Check-out time: 12 pm

Distance:

The White Haven Homestay from Shimla Mall road: 7.2 km
The White Haven Homestay from Shimla Railway Station: 8.3 km
The White Haven Homestay from Jubbarhatti Airport( SLV): 28.6 km
The White Haven Homestay from Chandigarh International Airport (IXC): 129.1 km via NH05