Shimla was the summer getaway for the British since the 1860s. Blessed with a healthy climate and stunning mountain views, Shimla was dubbed Queen of the Hills by the British seeking refuge from the scorching heat of the plains.
Shimla is at an altitude of 7,200 feet above sea level and is connected to Kalka by rail. The Kalka Shimla Mountain Railway is a UNESCO world heritage site and offers stunning views of rhododendron and cedar forests as it transports passengers around more than 700 bends and through 103 tunnels over a distance of 96 km.
Shimla is connected by road to all major cities in North India. The nearest airport is at Jabbarhatti, which is 12 km from Shimla. The best way to get there is, without a doubt, on the toy train. Shimla is a popular destination for honeymooners. There are many Shimla tour packages available from all major cities in India. Most of these tour packages last for 7-8 days and cover the tourist attractions of Shimla and Kulu Manali. Tourists in Shimla should normally visit The Mall, Jakhu Hill, the local market, the museum and the nearby hill stations of Mashobra, Chail, Kufri and Naldehra.
Shimla luxury hotels are designed to cater to tourist traffic throughout the year. Most of these hotels also offer world-class amenities for conferences and off-site business.
East Bourne
This luxury hotel has 61 luxury rooms with central heating. The luxuriously furnished rooms have shower panels with 24-hour hot and cold water, hair and body dryers, LCD, wooden floors, mini bar, tea/coffee maker, and room and laundry services. The 3 conference rooms can accommodate up to 600 delegates. The multi-cuisine restaurant and bar offer many opportunities for guests to relax. The hotel also has a modern spa with sauna, steam massage and beauty salon. The hotel also has a heated indoor pool.
the cecil
This property is part of the Oberoi group of hotels and is practically a heritage institution in Shimla. The 100-year-old hotel offers facilities, including wireless Internet access in all guest rooms and public areas, full-service Oberoi spa and fitness center, 24-hour in-room dining, 24-hour concierge, meeting and conference facilities , heated indoor pool, children’s activity center, billiards room and laundry services. The hotel is 10 minutes from Shimla Station and a 45-minute drive from the airport. The luxuriously furnished rooms are reminiscent of the days of the British Raj.