Shimla

5 Splendid Resorts In Shimla For A Peaceful Staycation

Written By: Mehrosh Shamim

Shimla, a popular hill station in India, offers a wide variety of resorts for visitors. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious stay or a budget-friendly option, there are many resorts in Shimla that cater to different preferences. 

Some popular choices include Wildflower Hall, Taj Theog Resort & Spa, and Snow Valley Resorts. These resorts offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains, comfortable accommodations, and amenities such as spa services, fitness centers, and on-site dining options. Here is a list of some excellent resorts in Shimla:

1. Wildflower Hall


This resort is surrounded by cedar forests within the Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary. It has elegant rooms with British Colonial-style decor. The enhanced rooms feature fireplace-equipped living spaces, some with four-poster beds, and mountain vistas.

  • Amenities: 2 upscale restaurants (The Cavalry Bar & Lutyens Restaurant), an old-world lounge and a spa, a gym, a heated indoor pool, and an outdoor hot tub. 

  • Cost Per Night: INR 24,000 onwards 

  • Distance From Shimla: 15.8 km

  • Nearby Attractions: The Ridge (11.1 km), Christ Church (10.9 km)

  • Nearby Restaurants: Wake and Bake (7.2 km), Hide Out Cafe (7.3 km)

2. East Bourne Resorts


This comfy hotel with a feel of the Colonial era is located on a forested hillside in the Himalayan Mountains. The homey rooms have wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the mountains, and balconies. There is a room service option.

  • Amenities: An airy restaurant with a terrace with mountain views, bars, an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna, a steam room, a spa, and a hot tub. 

  • Cost Per Night: INR 5,000 onwards 

  • Distance From Shimla: 3.1 km

  • Nearby Attractions: Christ Church (3 km), Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo (4.1 km)

  • Nearby Restaurants: Viks Kitchen (0.3 km), Ferns (0.4 km)

3. Taj Theog Resort & Spa 


The Taj Theog Resort & Spa is one of the best places to stay in Shimla. This elegant resort on a hill overlooking a pine forest offers room amenities such as flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi access, sitting areas, and balconies with mountain views.

  • Amenities: Chinese and Rooftop restaurant, a casual pub and a spa, a gym, an indoor pool and a hot tub, a games room, and a kids' play area.

  • Cost Per Night: INR 12,000 onwards

  • Distance From Shimla: 30.6 km

  • Nearby Attractions: The Ridge (31.5 km), Himalayan Nature Park Kufri (19.7 km)

  • Nearby Restaurants: Kufri Terriers “THE Cafe” (1.3 km), Sher E Punjab (11.9 km)

4. Suro Treehouse Resort


One of the best boutique resorts in Shimla is Suro Treehouse. It provides visitors with five quaint pinewood chalets and duplex chalets. The chalets are environmentally friendly, and guests enjoy the variety of activities available.

  • Amenities: Nature walk, cycling, short trekking, biking and hiking, bonfire, camping, transfers, dining, and a spa. 

  • Cost Per Night: INR 12,000 onwards

  • Distance From Shimla: 22.3 km

  • Nearby Attractions: Viceregal Lodge & Indian Institute of Advance Study (21 km), Tara Devi Temple (14.3 km)

  • Nearby Restaurants: Sharma Vaishno Dhaba (10 km), The Restaurant (9.2 km)

5. Snow Valley Resorts 


This unfussy hotel is located in a mountain village and offers desks and flat-screen TVs in each room. There is no charge for breakfast here. It includes updated accommodations and seating areas with views of the mountains.

  • Amenities: A sleek restaurant, games room, shuttle service, car hire, bike tours, and live performance. 

  • Cost Per Night: INR 5,500 onwards

  • Distance From Shimla: 5 km

  • Nearby Attractions: Victory Tunnel (4 km), The Mall (5 km)

  • Nearby Restaurants: Indian Delight Restaurant (0.3 km), Hide Out Cafe (3.4 km)

6. Kamna Hill Resorts