The best available hotels & places to stay near Shimla

August 14, 2022 Leonardo Torrence

Snow-capped Himalayan peaks and green pastures surround Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Enjoy a heritage walk through Shimla’s Victorian-era architecture, labyrinthine bazaars and lengthy pedestrian shopping mall. Don’t cause too much trouble taking in the town from Scandal Point, a large, open square; keep in mind that Shimla was a retreat destination for Mahatma Gandhi, who frequented a Georgian mansion in Shimla’s suburbs from the mid-1930s to '40s.
Restaurants in Shimla

1. The Orchid Shimla

Shimla Bypass, Shimla 171006 India
Excellent
96%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 220 reviews

The Orchid Shimla

Perched in the hills, yet in the heart of the beautiful city of Shimla, The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers a perfect blend of modern living and nature experiences. We are a 5-star Boutique hotel in Shimla, offering guests with amenities that define luxury and indulging them in the finest 5-star experience. The imposing structure of the hotel speaks of elegance, with rooms that are the perfect nest.

Beautiful place to be

Reviewed By Yasasss221200

Excellent food, ambience. Well providence of services (thanks to Manoj). Overall it was good experience staying at the orchid. Best part being the Mesmerising view from the rooftop restaurant of the hotel.

2. Larisa Shimla

Kachi Ghatti Nh - 5 Kacchi Ghati, Tara Devi Road, Shimla 171010 India
Excellent
87%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 295 reviews

Larisa Shimla

Posing with a blue sky as its umbrella, Larisa Shimla stands tall as a resort which has a fusion of modern amenities with a relaxed atmosphere. A touch of luxury is reflected in every room and the delectable menu is a treat for the food lovers. The bar itself has an extensive list of spirits which make evenings even more sought after. The open-air barbeque is as inviting as it sounds, and if the chill interferes with your gaiety, the bonfire can warm you up instantly. Spend a quite time at the Library or test your talent with the pool table. Larisa Shimla is replete with all that which makes a great vacation even greater. The resort is at a calm distance of 4 km from the Mall Road and at a convenient 17 km from Shimla Airport. For those driving up to the summer capital of the Britishers, they just have to look left to be at the premises.

Good service

Reviewed By Thakur006

We had a great fun at La Ri Sa hotel Shimla. Food was good great hospitality and the staff are really good and the help and guide everything so we do not have to face any difficulties. Good service by Upasana in Reception and Mr Pankaj for room service.

3. The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

Advanced Study Road, Shimla 171004 India 011 91 11 2389 0606
Excellent
86%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 2602 reviews

The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla

The hotel is located in Shimla, the gateway to the majestic Himalayas. Downtown Hotel with Colonial styling, 1 km from Shimla Station & 22 km from Jubalhatti-Shimla Airport. The Hotel is situated at the quite end of the famous Mall and is an ideal base from which to discover the unique beauty of the spectacular Himalayan ranges, Cedar forests and ancient monasteries.

SIMPLY WOW! SHIMLA WITHOUT OBEROI CECIL CAN’T JUST IMAGINE

Reviewed By SomakA

WOW WOW WOW! Nine long holidays in our summer tour with two children. Little worried about the hectic journeys in hill stations. We stayed in two more 5* brands during our tour. But our children are still cherishing Oberoi Cecil leaving us! This was our first stay in Oberoi brand hotels. Wherefrom should I start? Welcoming by Anindita & her team till farewell by Ms. Kukreja. Everything was just perfect. Every face has a perpetual smile! Wipes out our day long exhaustion. Stayed here for 3 nights in premier valley room. On request, Anindita immediately allotted the room with balcony. And her approach towards our children? My lil one just got pampered with the soft toys on welcome! I could never imagined such a great food in a hill station specially while dinning in ala-carte! Be it pizza to local trout…all are mouth watering, succulent to the taste buds. We could not use their concierge services much due to other arrangement, but I heard Oberoi is great at that too. Other amenities we enjoyed, a perfectly cleaned & large temperature controlled indoor swimming pool, a gym & spa. Their activity centre has preset schedule for various activities for guest specially for children that keeps changing everyday. By the way, since we returned our home, our family is pushing me to book Oberoi again on our next tour, hence we have already decided to spent our year end tour of 9 days exclusively on THE OBEROI, NEW DELHI along with their much talked about concierge services during our stay! Wait we are coming back again!??

4. Snow Valley Resorts

Ghora Chowki Near Dargah, Shimla 171005 India
Excellent
64%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 807 reviews

Snow Valley Resorts

Located in Ghora Chowki, Snow Valley offers a modern stay to its guests. Have a pleasant stay experience in a plush property and enjoy the premium services here. The rooms are bright and spacious. Modern wooden furniture in the room ensures guests feel relaxed. Seating Area by the window ensures guests can relax and enjoy the scenic views. Various basic amenities are offered in the room for a comfortable stay. The dining area here is well-furnished and serves tasty treats. Conference room here can be used for meetings or events. Free Wi-Fi, Parking Facility and Elevator are some other amenities offered here for your convenience. Himalayan Bird Park, Chadwick Falls and Scandal Point are some of the attractions located at a short distance from the hotel which can be explored by guests.

Too good for the price

Reviewed By Wasimhussain

This hotel unexpectedly surpassed all expectation in terms of guest services. I was glad we chose to include dinner and breakfast during out stay because food was amazing. They took utmost care of each and every one. Rajesh ji (restaurant manager then) went out of his way to fulfill special requests for toddlers and infants. This was a 3 day getaway on my trip to India from the USA and my 4 year old son was super picky on food. I was initially apprehensive about hotel food but Mr.Rajesh and team took all custom requests, made non-spicy food for my son and delighted him and us on every meal. The stay was equally comfortable. Clean linens, dry bathroom, prompt housekeeping service, good noise isolation with other rooms. Taxi to airport booked via hotel was cheaper than what makemytrip offered. I would highly recommend this hotel with meals included. If you have any problem during your stay, be sure to talk to them and these guys will definitely work it out. My friend and family didn't find their bed comfortable and they swapped out his bed next morning. Best of luck to team snow valley resorts and thank you for the wonderful experience!

5. Marigold Sarovar Portico Shimla

Mashobra-Naldehra Road, Sidhora, Shimla 171007 India
Excellent
59%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 674 reviews

Marigold Sarovar Portico Shimla

Marigold Sarovar Portico Shimla is located at Mashobra Hills in Shimla. The resort offers a virtual bonanza for nature-walk lovers and trekkers. Unearthing the most exciting Shimla trekking, water rafting & picnic opportunities of the hotel. The resort offers a platform to its guests to experience nature and his real self on one hand and on the other acquaint oneself with the country life in Himalayan Villages. The cottages at the resort are made of Himalayan Stone, which are a unique and specialized specimen of Shimla Architecture. Besides, the hotel will offer all modern facilities including all day dining, restaurant, bar, , gym and spa, meeting rooms, banqueting facilities, conferencing and destination weddings and other services required for a good 4 Star Hotel.

Little far but good surroundings

Reviewed By Go09954123689

Since it was little far from the centre but sign boards were around so we didn’t have problems reaching the hotel. Since we had family room it was big & spacious. There should have been another toilet as guest staying in this room would be more than 3 & all using 1 toilet will take a lot time to get ready and get going. The hotel is well spread & well maintained. Since the hotel was full getting table or serving was little mismanaged.

6. Clarkes Hotel

The Mall, Shimla 171001 India 011 91 11 2389 0555
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 926 reviews

Clarkes Hotel

Located on the Shimla Mall Road, Clarkes Hotel is an oasis of calm on the bustling promenade. This Heritage hotel has recently been upgraded to Grand Heritage category and is one of the oldest hotels in Shimla. Clarkes is known for its architecture dating from the colonial era. The hotel is within walking distance of Shimla attractions - Gaiety Theatre, Groton Castle, Museum, Rothney Castle, Viceregal Lodge, Churches and other Colonial era buildings. Clarkes Hotel embodies the elegance and charm of yesteryear, with modern conveniences of today. The hotel maintains the highest levels of service and has all the amenities, facilities and levels of comfort you would expect from a hotel of this class. Clarkes Hotel is just 10 minutes from Shimla Station.

Superb Hospitality. Better infrastructure required.

Reviewed By RBagry

Clarke’s is an Oberoi Heritage property, right next to Mall Road in Shimla. Pros - Their hospitality is par excellence. Food and service are absolutely superb. We were three generations traveling together, with specific dietary needs for a couple due to medical requirements . The chef personally came and understood our requirements and we were really taken care of. They have a terrace and lawn outdoor sitting area, plus a bar which doubles as a family get together room...at least for us, which are really nice. Cons - Being a heritage property, the rooms have only table fans, not ceiling ones, which are a slight inconvenience during the month of May at least, when it’s quite hot. Some of the rooms ( Superior category) have windows opening only to a corridor, which has no open windows, which effectively means - no windows in those rooms. No lift in the hotel, while rooms are at various levels. The car park is 80 steps down from the lobby area, which means a climb of 80 steps and a bit of a walk, when one returns from sight seeing. This has a daunting effect on any desire to do any excursions that requires one to take the car more than once a day. Pros and Con - The hotel organised a reliable guide for us , when we wanted to go for trekking. The con is that though the guide took us trekking to a very nice trail, he lacked the skills of a guide, but rather just guided us across the path we had to walk on.... acting more like a Google maps. Definite improvement required for this.

7. Snow Valley Heights

Upper Chakkar, Shimla 171005 India
Excellent
98%
Good
2%
Satisfactory
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5 based on 84 reviews

Snow Valley Heights

Tour

Reviewed By Sumit1215

Amazing hotel with 360 shimla view .food is amazing .service id prompt.location is very good. One of the best hotel in shimla . Staff members are very supportive Specially Kailash Sharma is very polite and helpful too. Highly recommend

8. Hotel Willow Banks

Opp Tourism Lift, Shimla 171001 India
Excellent
37%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 719 reviews

Hotel Willow Banks

Willow Banks was established in the year 1871, a landmark estate which spells history and exemplifies an era of gracious living. Originally owned by Arthur James Craddok, "Architect and Builder of Shimla," in a fitting tribute to his memory the building has been redesigned into a hotel, endowed with all modern amenities and comforts, effortlessly blending into the surrounding pine trees, landscapes and enhancing its beauty. The hotel is located on The Heritage Mall Road, a pleasant walking distance from the famous Ridge, Scandal point, Lakkar Bazaar, Gaiety Theater, Ancient Kali Bari & Jakhoo Temple, High Court, Secretariat, C.M. Residence and Raj Bhavan. Amidst the age old Deodar and Pine trees, Willow Banks Estate on the Mall Road overlooks the lush green valley, the majestic mountains and the complete well lit town of Shimla. The hotel is easily accessible from the High Court Parking and the Tourism Lift, making staying a convenient proposition for one and all. The charming walking trails of Shimla are a pleasant stone's throw away from the hotel. Whatever the purpose of your visit, relaxation away from the busy city life, exploring natural beauties that the town has to offer or pumping adventure trips, Hotel Willow Banks at Shimla guarantees to make your vacation worth remembering. The blend of extremes, modern facilities in a heritage estate and picturesque views at the Mall Road level, make Willow Banks arguably the best hotel in Shimla. Also rated by TripAdvisor as amongst the top 10 Jewel Hotels of India.

Wonderful stay!

Reviewed By 497puneett

The hotel is my first choice for stay in Shimla. Location is ideal as it’s bang on the main mall road and has its own lift too. All services are excellent. Staff is helpful. Hotel rooms are clean and elegant and have good view. Food is a highlight and they have a bunch of cafe, restaurant fine dine and brewery in house itself, so no need to go anywhere. Vibe of each place is good and food is exceptional too. All in all great package

9. Radisson Jass Shimla

Lower Bharari Road Good Wood Estate, Near Auckland Tunnel, Shimla 171001 India
Excellent
42%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1459 reviews

Radisson Jass Shimla

Located at an altitude of 2200meters above mean sea level, amidst Cedar forests the Radisson Jass hotel has 67 well-appointed suites and guest rooms overlooking magnificent mountains, beautiful valleys and dense pine forests. The finest resort in Shimla with a recreation area featuring among other leisure facilities, our resort has an all day dining restaurant with a selection of Continental, Oriental and Indian specialties opening into a garden that overlooks the magnificent mountain ranges and valleys, bar with an Open deck terrace offers gorgeous views as well as a choice selection of wines and spirits and Round the clock dining offering selection of Indian, Oriental and Continental cuisine.

A Good Exoerience

Reviewed By hsb169

A good experience though a very short one as we were there for only few hours . The hotel is nicely placed woth great view and great location. The staff very cordial and helpful and the overall layout very lively

10. WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa

Near Geeta Mandir, Tutikandi, Shimla India
Excellent
89%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 123 reviews

WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa

Set in a quiet nook, nestled amongst lush greenery, WelcomHeritage Elysium offers a whole new perspective on the legendary hill station of Shimla. Whereas the hill station is known for colonial architecture and influences, Elysium re-invents the quintessential Shimla experience through the lens of modern luxury and contemporary comforts. Shimla has been extensively explored and developed, with a highly commodified experience in traditional hotels. Located a short distance from the tourist-centric heart of Shimla, Elysium offers a reprieve from the typical offerings of the town. The design of the hotel is inspired by classic colonial influences with a modern flair. Rich, lavish wood defines the visual language of the hotel, creating an inviting and elegant atmosphere for guests. Guestrooms, in three separate colour themes separated by floor, also feature a stunning blend of modern design and timeless beauty. The crowning glory of Elysium however is the breathtaking view from the greenhouse-style rooftop dining area. Offering a 360o panoramic view of the entirety of Shimla, the lush green valley, and the sublime temples, it offers a whole new way to see the beauty of the area – literally.

Amazing service

Reviewed By purva1998

The staff at Welcomcheritage is amazing. Perfect place for a family staycation. Amazing food according to our taste prepared by chef Amit Dogra. The staff is cordial and friendly, Pankaj, Nikhil, Mukesh and Khushal took good care.

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