The Best Hotels in Shimla

Here’s our manually curated guide to the best luxury, boutique, and most charming hotels in Shimla. Bon voyage!

Hannah, Travel Blogger

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Featuring luxurious rooms with views of a garden or the surrounding mountains, Wildflower Hall Shimla boasts heated… See more

Featuring luxurious rooms with views of a garden or the surrounding mountains, Wildflower Hall Shimla boasts heated indoor and outdoor pools. Other recreation facilities include the Oberoi Spa and a fitness centre. Free WiFi is available in the rooms of the property.

The air-conditioned rooms feature large bay windows offering garden or mountain views, a satellite TV, DVD player and minibar. A separate walk-in closet has an electronic safe. 24-hour butler service is available.

Wildflower Hall Shimla is 13 km from the city of Shimla, which is just next to Charabra Village. It takes approximately a 1.5-hour drive to reach Shimla Airport.

Car pick-up services can be arranged from Chandigarh Airport and Chandigarh Railway Station at an extra charge. Guests can buy a gift from Tijori boutique or pamper themselves at the beauty parlour. Other services include a travel desk and laundry.

Enjoy Pan-Asian and European dishes at the hotel’s restaurant, which has an open-air terrace offering panoramic views over the mountains. Indian cuisine is served at Lutyens Restaurant while The Coffee Shop features an international menu. A full range of wines and spirits are available at The Cavalry Bar.

Rooms from $355

The Oberoi Cecil

Rated 9.3 in 379 reviews

Situated in Chaura Maidan, Shimla - 7000 feet up in the Himalayas, The Oberoi Cecil offers luxury accommodation along… See more

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.

Rooms from $187

Snow Valley Heights

Rated 9.0 in 172 reviews

Set in Shimla, 4.8 km from Victory Tunnel, Snow Valley Heights offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking… See more

Set in Shimla, 4.8 km from Victory Tunnel, Snow Valley Heights offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is around 3.1 km from Indian Institute of Advanced Study, 5.8 km from Tara Devi Mandir and 6.4 km from Circular Road. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe. All rooms include a kettle, a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box, while certain rooms also offer a balcony and some have city views. At Snow Valley Heights, every room includes a seating area.

The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options.

You can play table tennis at this 4-star hotel.

Jakhoo Gondola is 12 km from the accommodation, while Jakhu Temple is 12 km from the property. Simla Airport is 17 km away.

Rooms from $139

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla

Rated 8.5 in 210 reviews

Situated in Shimla, 11 km from Victory Tunnel, Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla features accommodation with a fitness… See more

Situated in Shimla, 11 km from Victory Tunnel, Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. At Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla, each room is fitted with a seating area.

A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation.

Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling.

Circular Road is 9.2 km from Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla, while Jakhoo Gondola is 9.2 km from the property. Simla Airport is 31 km away.

Rooms from $143

Radisson Kufri

Rated 8.5 in 262 reviews

Located in Shimla, 17 km from Victory Tunnel, Radisson Kufri provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private… See more

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.

At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Radisson Kufri also provide guests with free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a mountain view. All units at the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box.

A buffet breakfast is available at Radisson Kufri.

You can play billiards at the hotel, and the area is popular for cycling.

Jakhoo Gondola is 16 km from Radisson Kufri, while Jakhu Temple is 16 km away. Simla Airport is 37 km from the property.

Rooms from $65

Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla

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Rated 8.7 in 230 reviews

Situated in Shimla, 26 km from Victory Tunnel, Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla features accommodation with a fitness… See more

Situated in Shimla, 26 km from Victory Tunnel, Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The resort has an indoor pool, hot tub, evening entertainment and room service.

The rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. Rooms have a kettle, while certain rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also boast mountain views. All rooms have a desk.

A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property.

Circular Road is 25 km from Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla, while Jakhoo Gondola is 25 km from the property. Simla Airport is 47 km away.

Rooms from $205

The Retreat Mashobra, Shimla

Rated 9.0 in 56 reviews

Boasting a terrace, The Retreat Mashobra, Shimla is set in Shimla in the Himachal Pradesh region, 17 km from Victory… See more

Boasting a terrace, The Retreat Mashobra, Shimla is set in Shimla in the Himachal Pradesh region, 17 km from Victory Tunnel and 16 km from Circular Road. With a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. American, Indian, Italian and local dishes are served at the in-house restaurant.

All guest rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. The rooms feature a wardrobe.

Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options.

You can play table tennis at the hotel, and car hire is available.

Speaking English and Hindi at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day.

Jakhoo Gondola is 16 km from The Retreat Mashobra, Shimla, while Jakhu Temple is 16 km away. Simla Airport is 37 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms from $65

Hotel Victory since 1979

Rated 8.3 in 166 reviews

Set in Shimla, Hotel Victory since 1979 offers 4-star accommodation with a garden and a terrace. The property is around… See more

Set in Shimla, Hotel Victory since 1979 offers 4-star accommodation with a garden and a terrace. The property is around 1.9 km from Jakhoo Gondola, 4.9 km from Jakhu Temple and 5.3 km from Indian Institute of Advanced Study. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, certain units at Hotel Victory since 1979 also have a city view. The units in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Hotel Victory since 1979 you will find a restaurant serving American, Chinese and Dutch cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested.

Popular points of interest near the hotel include Victory Tunnel, Circular Road and The Ridge, Shimla. Simla Airport is 21 km away.

Rooms from $32

WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa

Rated 8.4 in 210 reviews

Located in Shimla, 4.9 km from Victory Tunnel, WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness… See more

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. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a kids' club and room service. 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.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available at the property.

You can play billiards at the accommodation, and the area is popular for cycling.

Speaking English and Hindi, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay.

Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 4.4 km from WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa, while Circular Road is 6.4 km away. Simla Airport is 20 km from the property.

Rooms from $209

The Orchid Hotel Shimla

Rated 8.3 in 359 reviews

Situated in Shimla, 8.1 km from Victory Tunnel, The Orchid Hotel Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre… See more

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. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 6.6 km of Circular Road. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At The Orchid Hotel Shimla you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Spa and wellness facilities are at guests' disposal during their stay at the accommodation, including an indoor pool and on-request massage treatments.

Jakhoo Gondola is 6.7 km from The Orchid Hotel Shimla, while Jakhu Temple is 6.7 km from the property. Simla Airport is 28 km away.

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Radisson Hotel Shimla

Rated 8.1 in 234 reviews

Sitting at the foot of the north-west Himalayas, Radisson Hotel enjoys beautiful views of the surrounding cedar forests… See more

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.

Rooms from $190

Snow Valley Resorts Shimla

Rated 8.2 in 352 reviews

Hotel Snow Valley Resorts offers accommodation 4 km from The Mall Road. Free private parking is available on site. Each… See more

Hotel Snow Valley Resorts offers accommodation 4 km from The Mall Road. Free private parking is available on site.

Each room at this hotel is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV and a seating area. Certain rooms feature views of the city. The rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a shower. Extras include slippers and free toiletries.

There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests can enjoy play table tennis at the hotel. Packed lunches and Room service is available.

Victory Tunnel is 3.9 km from Snow Valley Resorts, while Indian Institute of Advanced Study is 3.7 km away. Chandigarh Airport is 119 km from the property.

Rooms from $90

8fold by LaRiSa

Rated 8.0 in 126 reviews

8fold by LaRiSa is set in Shimla, within 6 km of Circular Road and 12 km of Jakhoo Gondola. The property is located 4.5… See more

8fold by LaRiSa is set in Shimla, within 6 km of Circular Road and 12 km of Jakhoo Gondola. The property is located 4.5 km from Victory Tunnel, 4 km from Indian Institute of Advanced Study and 4.4 km from Tara Devi Mandir. There is a restaurant serving Indian cuisine, and free private parking is available.

At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at 8fold by LaRiSa also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms include a city view. Guest rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

You can play billiards at 8fold by LaRiSa, and bike hire and car hire are available.

Speaking English, Hindi and Punjabi, staff are always on hand to help at the reception.

Jakhu Temple is 12 km from the hotel, while The Ridge, Shimla is 14 km away. Simla Airport is 18 km from the property.

Rooms from $50

Established in 1871, the colonial-style Hotel Willow Banks enjoys beautiful views of the Shimla Valley and mountains… See more

Established in 1871, the colonial-style Hotel Willow Banks enjoys beautiful views of the Shimla Valley and mountains. About 450 metres from Christ Church and Shimla City, it has a free Wi-Fi, a sauna and hot tub.

Elegant rooms all come with a cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-fridge. Some rooms have a balcony. En suite bathrooms have a bathtub and hot-water showers. Certain rooms offer a spa bath.
All the rooms are well ventilated, the weather of Shimla with fans keeps the ambiance comfortable.

Hotel Willow Banks is located on The Mall, a charming shopping lane. It is within 2.6 km from Shimla State Museum and Viceregal Lodge. Shimla Airport is about 21 km away while the Railway Station is 2.5 km.

The hotel has its own pub and brewery that provides the best place to party when in Shimla. With freshly brewed beer, craft cocktails, world cuisine inspired pub food, DJ Club nights and first of its kind in India mid-air hammocks for enjoying the food and drinks while soaking in the most brilliant views of Shimla.

Guests can enjoy an authentic Ayurvedic massage or a traditional European massage at Akasa Spa, get a manicure at the Daffofil beauty salon or arrange a day trip at the tour desk. The hotel also has billiard and table tennis facilities. A well-equipped meeting/banqueting space is available.

Eighteen71 Cookhouse and bar serves Pan-Indian, Oriental and International delights along with refreshing beverages. Caf Simla Times is an all-day multi-cuisine restaurant that offers breathtaking views of Shimla. Skybar is Shimla's only rooftop bar and Hookah lounge.

As part of its Wellness Zone Hotel Willow Banks now has a Jawed Habib Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon offering a full range of services like luxurious facials, stylish haircuts, relaxing pedicures and more - perfect for pampering yourself in the hills, while carrying the hallmark of quality of Jawed Habib.

Rooms from $98

Surrounded by the Shimla Hills, Marina offers rooms with peaceful views of nature and is fully equipped with a gym, spa… See more

Surrounded by the Shimla Hills, Marina offers rooms with peaceful views of nature and is fully equipped with a gym, spa and an indoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is provided and complimentary private parking is available.

The hotel is located just 24 km away from Jubbarhatti Airport and 40 km from Solan City. The hill town of Kasauli, which features historical artefacts, is 65 km away.

Fitted with a seating area, air-conditioned rooms feature a personal safe, a flat-screen TV and coffee/tea making facilities. En suite bathrooms come with shower facilities and free toiletries.

Marina Hotel features a restaurant, Hill Edge, serving local Indian, Chinese and Continental cuisines. It also has a lounge bar, Sixteen 69, which offers a range of liquors.

Operating a 24-hour front desk, Marina hotel offers baggage storage, laundry as well as tour and ticketing services. A business centre is provided, and meeting/banqueting facilities are available. Room service is also possible.

Rooms from $150