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The Best Hotels in Shimla

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

Hannah, Travel Blogger

Updated

The Oberoi Cecil

Rated 9.5 in 267 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 $167

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 $356

Taj Theog Resort & Spa Shimla

Resort

Rated 9.0 in 189 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 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 $154

Snow Valley Heights

Rated 9.1 in 146 reviews

Set in Shimla, 4.9 km from Victory Tunnel, Snow Valley Heights offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking… See more

Set in Shimla, 4.9 km from Victory Tunnel, Snow Valley Heights offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant. The property is around 3.3 km from Indian Institute of Advanced Study, 6 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 breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options.

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

The Ridge, Shimla is 6.8 km from the accommodation, while Jakhoo Gondola is 9 km from the property. Simla Airport is 17 km away.

Rooms from $153

WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa

Rated 8.5 in 131 reviews

Located in Shimla, 4.5 km from Victory Tunnel, WelcomHeritage Elysium Resort & Spa provides accommodation with a fitness… See more

Located in Shimla, 4.5 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 6.1 km away. Simla Airport is 20 km from the property.

Rooms from $173

The Orchid Shimla

Rated 8.9 in 251 reviews

Situated in Shimla, 6.1 km from Victory Tunnel, The Orchid Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre, free… See more

Situated in Shimla, 6.1 km from Victory Tunnel, The Orchid Shimla features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 4.6 km of Circular Road. 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. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle.

A buffet breakfast is available at The Orchid Shimla. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Chinese, Indian and Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, take a dip into the indoor pool, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings.

Jakhoo Gondola is 4.7 km from The Orchid Shimla, while Jakhu Temple is 4.7 km from the property. Simla Airport is 28 km away.

Rooms from $243

Radisson Hotel Kufri Shimla

Rated 8.0 in 175 reviews

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

Located in Shimla, 17 km from Victory Tunnel, Radisson Hotel Kufri Shimla 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 Hotel Kufri Shimla 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 Hotel Kufri Shimla.

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

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

Rooms from $76

Radisson Hotel Shimla

Rated 8.0 in 193 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 $123

Snow Valley Resorts Shimla

Rated 8.4 in 271 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 $107

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Shimla

Rated 8.4 in 131 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 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 $121

8fold by LaRiSa

Rated 8.1 in 117 reviews

Located in Shimla, 4.5 km from Victory Tunnel, 8fold by LaRiSa provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private… See more

Located in Shimla, 4.5 km from Victory Tunnel, 8fold by LaRiSa provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is set 4 km from Indian Institute of Advanced Study, 4.4 km from Tara Devi Mandir and 6 km from Circular Road. The accommodation offers a kids' club, room service and organising tours for guests.

At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped 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 fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

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

Speaking English, Hindi and Punjabi, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the reception.

Jakhoo Gondola is 12 km from the hotel, while Jakhu Temple is 12 km away. Simla Airport is 18 km from the property.

Rooms from $40

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 $148