Shimla Luxury Hotels
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Perched among cedar forests and colonial facades, Shimla’s luxury hotels blend heritage elegance with contemporary indulgence, offering panoramic Himalayan views, world-class spas, and gourmet takes on Himachali cuisine. For the most memorable stay, opt for a heritage property on the Ridge or a hilltop resort with private balconies and heated rooms, and plan visits in late spring or early winter when the light and snowfall are at their most enchanting. Book well in advance and look for curated packages that include guided walks, spa treatments, and regional excursions to ensure a seamless, restorative mountain escape.
Best Luxury Hotels in Shimla
Karam Vidhata Resorts
Karam Vidhata Resorts in Shimla offers garden-front accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and complimentary WiFi, located 19 km from Victory Tunnel and The Ridge and about 17 km from Circular Road, Jakhoo Gondola and Jakhu Temple, with Simla Airport 39 km away; the hotel provides 24-hour front desk service, room service and currency exchange, and rooms are equipped with flat-screen satellite TVs, minibar, kettle, wardrobe and en-suite bathrooms with shower, hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries, while guests can enjoy buffet or à la carte breakfast and a children's playground. - Free private parking and WiFi - On-site restaurant with buffet and à la carte breakfast - 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange - Family-friendly with children's playground - Close to Shimla attractions and Simla Airport
Hotel The Twin Towers
Hotel The Twin Towers in Shimla offers a garden, shared lounge, restaurant and bar, plus an on-site ATM and a water park, with 24-hour front desk service, airport transfers, room service and complimentary WiFi; guest rooms include flat-screen TVs with cable, game consoles, private bathrooms with showers, free toiletries and hairdryers, safety deposit boxes, bed linen and towels, and some rooms provide city views. Breakfast is served daily with buffet, à la carte and continental options, and the hotel also provides ironing and business facilities such as fax and photocopying; Victory Tunnel is 17 km away, Circular Road 16 km away, and Simla Airport is 37 km from the property. - Water park and garden setting - 24-hour front desk with airport transfers - Rooms with game consoles and cable TV - Daily buffet/à la carte/continental breakfast - Business facilities and ironing service
The Orchid Hotel Shimla
Opened in March 2021 and located in Shimla, 8.1 km from Victory Tunnel and about 6–6.7 km from Circular Road, Jakhoo Gondola and Jakhu Temple, The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers air-conditioned rooms with seating areas, flat-screen satellite TVs, safety deposit boxes, kettles and private bathrooms with showers, free toiletries and slippers, plus bed linen and towels; the property features a fitness centre, garden, terrace, bar and an on-site restaurant serving Chinese, Indian and Italian dishes with vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options, and provides a buffet/continental/Full English breakfast each morning, free WiFi, free private parking, 24-hour front desk, airport transfers and room service, with Simla Airport 28 km away. - Free private parking and complimentary WiFi - On-site restaurant with varied cuisine and dietary options - Fitness centre, garden and terrace - 24-hour front desk plus airport transfers and room service - Comfortably equipped rooms with AC, TV, kettle and private bathrooms
Radisson Hotel Shimla
Radisson Hotel Shimla sits at the foot of the north‑west Himalayas with scenic views of cedar forests and mountains, offering free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, spa treatments, and a gym; its large, air‑conditioned and heated rooms include a flat‑screen TV, minibar, personal safe, tea/coffee facilities and en suite shower, while on‑site services include free parking, a 24‑hour front desk, a tour desk for day trips and car rentals, a business centre and laundry; Cafe Valley Vue opens onto a garden and serves international cuisine, and the hotel is under 200 metres from Jakhu Temple and The Mall, 1.3 km from Himachal State Museum, with Shimla Airport 26 km away. - Prime location near Jakhu Temple and The Mall - Stunning mountain and cedar forest views - On-site amenities: seasonal pool, spa, gym and garden café - Free WiFi and complimentary parking - 24‑hour front desk with tour desk and business services
The Zion Shimla
Marigold Sarovar Portico Shimla
Marigold Sarovar Portico Shimla is set amid lush tropical greenery and offers excellent views of the Himalayan Mountains, with free Wi-Fi available in all public areas and an on-site restaurant; the hotel’s contemporary décor extends to guestrooms, each appointed with a sofa or seating area, tea and coffee making facilities, and a private bathroom stocked with bath amenities and bathrobes. - Free Wi-Fi in all public areas - On-site restaurant - Scenic Himalayan views - Contemporary rooms with seating - Private bathrooms with amenities and bathrobes
The Cedar Grand Hotel and Spa
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Aachman Nature Valley Resort Shimla
Aachman Nature Valley Resort Shimla, a 4-star property opened in October 2022, sits in Shimla offering mountain-view rooms and a range of amenities including free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre, garden, shared lounge and terrace; rooms feature a desk, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, kettle and fridge, with some rooms offering balconies or garden views. The resort provides daily buffet breakfast and an on-site restaurant serving Chinese and Indian cuisine with vegetarian, vegan and kosher options, plus family-friendly facilities such as a kids' club and children's playground. Guests can enjoy evening entertainment and activities like darts, billiards, table tennis and karaoke, while business travellers can use the business centre and 24-hour front desk; Victory Tunnel is 15 km away, Circular Road and Jakhoo Gondola are about 14 km away, and Simla Airport is 35 km from the property. - Newly opened (October 2022) - Mountain views and balcony options - Family-friendly (kids' club, playground) - Activities & entertainment (darts, billiards, table tennis, karaoke) - Free bikes, parking and on-site fitness centre
Royal Retreat Shimla
Radisson Kufri
Opened in December 2021, Radisson Kufri is a 5-star hotel in Shimla, 17 km from Victory Tunnel and about 16 km from Circular Road and Jakhoo Gondola, offering guests a shared lounge, bar, free private parking, 24-hour front desk, concierge and free WiFi; rooms feature a seating area, flat-screen cable TV, safety deposit box, kettle, fridge and private bathroom with bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, with some units offering city views. The hotel provides room service, evening entertainment, a sun terrace and billiards, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling; breakfast is served daily with buffet, à la carte and continental options, and the on-site restaurant offers Chinese, British and French cuisine with vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free choices, while Simla Airport is 37 km away. - Modern 5-star facilities and attentive 24-hour service - On-site dining with multiple cuisine options and dietary accommodations - Free private parking and complimentary WiFi - Good base for skiing, cycling and nearby Shimla attractions - Rooms equipped with kitchenette essentials (kettle, fridge)