We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Shimla, India. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated February 2024.
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Superb interior design.Opened November 2021. Located in Shimla, 4.9 km from Victory Tunnel, WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers a kids' club, room service and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a concierge service, and organising tours for guests. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. All units at WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa include air conditioning and a desk. You can play billiards at the accommodation, and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking English and Hindi, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the 24-hour front desk. Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 4.4 km from WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa, while Circular Road is 6.4 km away. The nearest airport is Simla Airport, 20 km from the hotel.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most well designed and stylish five-star hotel in Shimla.
Luxury Hotel.Popular among couples.Opened December 2021. Located in Shimla, 17 km from Victory Tunnel, Radisson Kufri provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free and is set 16 km from Circular Road. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a mountain view. At Radisson Kufri every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. You can play billiards at Radisson Kufri, and the area is popular for cycling. Jakhoo Gondola is 16 km from the hotel, while Jakhu Temple is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Simla Airport, 37 km from Radisson Kufri.Show full description
Resort.Luxurious. Great views. Situated in Shimla, 26 km from Victory Tunnel, Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is located 25 km from Circular Road, 25 km from Jakhoo Gondola and 25 km from Jakhu Temple. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking resort has an indoor pool and evening entertainment. Certain rooms are fitted with a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a minibar. Breakfast is available each morning, and includes buffet, continental and American options. Speaking both English and Hindi, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. The Ridge, Shimla is 27 km from the resort, while Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simla Airport, 47 km from Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most LUXURIOUS resorts in Shimla.
Luxury Hotel.Comfortable beds. Sitting at the foot of the north-west Himalayas, Radisson Hotel enjoys beautiful views of the surrounding cedar forests and mountains. Offering free WiFi, it also has a seasonal outdoor pool, pampering spa treatments and a gym. Fitted with both air conditioning and heating, the large rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a minibar. A personal safe and tea/coffee making facilities are included. Bathrooms have shower facilities. Radisson Hotel is less than 200 metres from Jakhu Temple and The Mall. It is 1.3 km from Himachal State Museum. Shimla Airport is 26 km away. Free parking is available. Day trips and car rentals can be arranged at the tour desk. The hotel also provides a business centre and laundry services. The front desk operates 24 hours. Opening out to a garden, Cafe Valley Vue serves international cuisine.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened December 2022. Located in Shimla, 30 km from Victory Tunnel, Queen Himya Resort By DLS Hotels provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property is set 29 km from Circular Road, 29 km from Jakhoo Gondola and 29 km from Jakhu Temple. The hotel has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk. Guest rooms in Queen Himya Resort By DLS Hotels are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Shimla, like cycling. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and ironing service at the property. The Ridge, Shimla is 31 km from Queen Himya Resort By DLS Hotels, while Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Simla Airport, 50 km from the hotel.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Situated in Shimla, 12 km from The Mall Road,Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla, features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a fitness centre and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can make use of a garden. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel the rooms have a wardrobe and a private bathroom. Guests at Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla, can enjoy a buffet or a à la carte breakfast. You can play billiards and darts at the accommodation, and car hire is available. Victory Tunnel is 11 km from Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels Shimla, while Circular Road is 9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shimla Airport, 30 km from the hotel.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most RELAXING luxury hotels in Shimla.
Luxury Hotel.Delightful property. Situated in Chaura Maidan, Shimla - 7000 feet up in the Himalayas, The Oberoi Cecil offers luxury accommodation along with an indoor heated swimming pool, spa and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is available in the rooms of the property. Classically furnished rooms with Burma teak wood floors are equipped with a satellite TV and DVD player. They also offer tea/coffee-making facilities and en suite bathroom with shower. Guests can work-out at the fully equipped fitness centre or relax with a massage at the full service Oberoi Spa. It also has a billiards room and an activity centre for children. 24-hour room and laundry service is available. A cup of tea or a quiet drink can be enjoyed at the Tea Lounge and Bar. A menu of European and Asian specialities are served at The Oberoi's restaurant. It is a 10-minute drive to Shimla Station. A 45-minute drive leads to Jubbarhatti Airport. A short walk away form The Oberoi Cecil is the famous Vice Regal Lodge, the former summer residence of the Viceroy of India. A mandatory meal supplement of INR9600 per person is applicable for guests staying on 24th December and 31st December, payable at the hotel directly.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Shimla.
Luxury Hotel.Superb breakfast.Opened March 2021. Situated in Shimla, 8.1 km from Victory Tunnel, The Orchid Hotel Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. An indoor swimming pool and a car rental service are available for guests. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and slippers. The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers some rooms with city views, and rooms come with a kettle. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at The Orchid Hotel Shimla. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Circular Road is 6.6 km from The Orchid Hotel Shimla, while Jakhoo Gondola is 6.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Simla Airport, 28 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Offering a seasonal indoor pool, barbecue and terrace, Royal Tulip Shimla, Kufri is located in Shimla in the Himachal Pradesh Region, 9 km from The Mall Road. The hotel has a spa centre and fitness centre, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. Royal Tulip Shimla, Kufri features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk and a lush green garden at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Victory Tunnel is 15 km from Royal Tulip Shimla, Kufri, while Jakhu Temple is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, 137 km from Royal Tulip Shimla, Kufri.Show full description
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