Month: November 2011

Shimla hotels near railway station

Shimla hotels near railway station

Shimla’s healthful atmosphere, countless attractions and being easy approachability is the reason that it has become very popular hill station of India.  Hill queen, Shimla has endless locations for visitors. This is the tourist heaven. The snow peaks, deep valleys, continuous rivers, numerous temples, waterfalls and serpentine roads depict the panoramic view of the nature. Railway station of Shimla is just a 15 minutes’ walk from the heart of city.  Shimla is well connected to narrow guage to kalka, which is linked to all metros and big cities of India Delhi, Calcutta, Chennai, Mumbai and Amritsar to name a few by broad gauge rail links. Kalka to shimla is 96 km distance and takes about 6 hrs. the journey is travelled by a toy train, and the experience of mini train is unmatched while the views in between are calming and spectacular. The following are some of the Shimla hotels near railway station.

Oberoi Cecil

Oberoi Cecil is a five star century old hotel, situated just above the NH 22, Northern railway station and near to town’s main street Mall road. The hotel is brilliantly constructed with wooden work and fabulous décor with 75 rooms. Spas and indoor swimming pool will reduce your tiredness and relieve your mind, body and soul. A nice wine collection will quench your thirst. Service oriented staff will not disappoint. Awesome food will add to good things about the hotel. The room charges starts from Rs 10,574. For royal feel and exhilarating experience the hotel stay is must.

Address: The Oberoi Cecil, Chaura Maidan, Shimla-171004 (HP) India

Tel.:+91-177-2804848

srikant.peri@oberoihotels.com

Peterhof Hotel

The hotel is one of the premium hotels of HPTDC. The Peterhof is a heritage hotel, which housed seven Viceroys and Governor Generals during the British Raj. After independence the structure also served as Punjab High Court and it was the place of trial of killer Nathu ram Godsey for assassination of Father of Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. After statehood of Himachal it became Raj Bhawan. Unfortunately it caught fire in 1981 and rebuild in 1991 as heritage Luxury Hotel. The Peterhof hotel facing with a panoramic view of Choorchandani, Dhauladhar ranges to its western and Kinner Kailash to its eastern side. The hotel is also situated near the heritage structure, Viceroy legal lodge now named as Institute of Advance Studies and State Museum having collections of pahari miniatures, stone sculptures, local handicrafts, textiles and embroidery. The hotel also houses a conference hall with a capacity of 800 persons. The stay at hotel will give an experience of a peaceful location, with grand views and impeccable services. The rooms are elegant, clean and equipped with all comforts. Foods and restaurant is best and worth the bucks. Visitors recall yesteryears and historical events associated with the hotel.

Address: The Peterhof, shimla – 171004 (HP) India

Tel.: +91-177-2812236, 2652538

E mail: peterhof@hptdc.in

Shimla British Resort

Shimla British Resort is just 10 minutes walk away from the railway station. Being near to railway station the famous Mall Road of Shimla, visitors can easily reach the main market of shimla. Earlier it was the residence of a British Architect. The resort is surrounded by the dense forest of cedar and pine trees. The scenic view from the resort is really breathtaking which gives opportunity for the tourist to explore the nature closely and experience the adventures and spectacular view of the Himalayas. Various movies shootings had been shot in the Shimla British Resort. Rooms are spacious and family suit includes a separate living room with a fire place and four poster bed. Teak floors in the guest rooms reflect the colonial heritage and traditional skills of local craftsmen. Shimla British Resort serves continental, Indian and Chinese cuisines. The cutlery used is designed in Great Britain.  A kid’s restaurant is a special attraction where live ducks, rabbits, ginnie fowls, cock and hens act as their playmates. The room tariff starts from ` 1650-11000. To be a part of nature and away from crowd and hustle and bustle, the resort is a heaven as a tourist home.

Address: Shimla British Resort, near Vidhan Sabha,    Annadale Road, Shimla-171003

Tel.: +91-0177-2655254, 9816326000

E mail: info@britishresortshimla.com, britishresort@gmail.com

Loveena Palace hotel

Loveena Palace is situated near Railway station shimla. The hotel has been restored as a heritage hotel. Rooms are classified as deluxe, double and queen suite double with tariff ranging from ` 2000-3500. One can enjoy best location with impressive hospitable services. The view from hotel is picturesque it may be enticing snow capped mountains of the hills in winter, surreal lush green forests and varied flora and fauna in spring or seductive misty valleys and landscapes. Sulekha.com and clickindia.com will provide info related to the hotel.

Address: Hotel Loveena Palace, near railway station, shimla 171001 (HP) India

Tel.: +91-177-2835745

Hotel Lords Grey

Hotel Lords Grey is budget visitor’s home away from home. The hotel is around 500 meters from bus stand and railway station shimla. Rooms are luxurious and equipped with all latest comforts. Free stay for children under 5. Terrace garden is attractive and provides the enchanting view of hill tops, lush green forests, sunrise/sunset and overlooking huge blue sky. The Cave restaurant served varied choice of Indian, Chinese and continental fares which will be a great satisfaction for body and soul. The room service is quite prompt and staff is well behaved and friendly.

Address: Hotel Lords Grey, the Mall, shimla- 171003 (HP) India.

Tel. : +91-177-2860601, 2860630, 2661073

E mail: booking@himachalhotels.in

Hotel Harsha

Hotel Harsha is located near Railway Station Shimla just 0.5 kilometers and it’s the feasibility which makes hotel a much sought stay. The hotel offers a total of 19 well equipped and spacious rooms. To make the stay comfortable and homely hotel rooms are all empowered with modern facilities. Hotel has one multi-cuisine restaurant called Kadambari. Perfect interiors of Kadambari provides mouthwatering Indian, Continental and Chinese meals so a taste to eyes as well as to visitors tongue, finally complete satisfaction.

Address: Hotel Harsha, The Mall, shimla -171004 (HP)

Tel. +91-177-2658442

Email: mail@hotelharshashimla.com

Wingait inn

Hotel Wingait Inn another name for Comfort of luxury and experience of fineness. Located just at 1 km away from railway station the hotel offers a wide view as well as hospitality. The rooms are spacious clean and well equipped. The décor is elegant and king size beds are really a great comfort. Multicuisine rooftop restaurant and terrace garden serves a wide range of delicious dishes besides overlooking a panaromic view of sunrise or sunset and the shimla city. A special attraction is a four-seater terrace at one corner of the restaurant, if booked for special occasions.

Address: Hotel Wingait Inn, The Mall, Chaura Maidan, shimla, (HP) India

Tel. +91-177-6451501

Email: info@wingaitinn.com

Tirupati Palace

Hotel Tirupati Palace, place where guests can find unmatched style and service. Numerous attractions of shimla, green splendid beauty can be experience with gracious hostility and comfortful amenities of Tirupati Palace. It’s a budget hotel in range of around `1000.The rooms are fully furnished and equipped so as to enable guests to avail comforts and homeliness. Rooms are categorized as deluxe and double bed. Separate kitchen on demand are also available. Restaurant in hotel offers tasteful, fresh and hygienic Indian, Chinese, Continental and Guajarati cuisines for satisfying the appetite.

Address: Hotel Tirupati Palace, Near Tara Hall, North Bank, Estate, Shimla – 171001

Tel. : +91-98109-21293

E mail : hoteltirupatipalaceshimla@yahoo.co.in

Shimla Hotels near mall road

Shimla Hotels near mall road

Shimla is wonderful location for travel and excursions and the hotels here gives a feeling of being in place out of world that can be remember always. The beauty of hill station can be experienced directly through travelling to different spots around shimla, but view from your hotel window can also give a picture of scenic green hilltops, blanket of trees, landscapes, low and high mountains one after another just like waves over the sea. The attracting décor, mesmerizing interiors, tranquillizing designs, furnishings and equipment’s are accordingly so as to satisfy the visitors coming from around the world belonging to diverse traditions and cultures.

Underneath is a list of few hotels in shimla near mall road.

Hotel Honeymoon Inn

Honeymoon Inn, a three star hotel is just 10 minutes walk from lift (centre point of Mall) and visitors can reach there through steep yet manageable road on feet. This is deluxe type hotel with price range from Rs 1000-2000.   Location is excellent with amazing view of valley and Himalayas. Restaurant is another plus point over here with mouthwatering varieties of cuisines, at affordable prices. Staff is gentle and good service provider.

Address: The Mall, Shimla (H.P.) 171001

Telephone: 091-177-2624967, 2624868
Fax- 91-177-2625880
E-mail-: honeymooninn@thetravelease.com

Hotel Silverine

Silverine is situated on the mall road near shimla club which is near to high court of shimla. The hotel has scenic beauty with huge deodars trees surrounding the hotel. Silverine comprises of 22 luxury or suite and deluxe rooms facing the valley equipped with all the required amenities for the guests. You will be relieved from your fatigue when the Cooperative staff of sliverine welcomes and provide service to you. A home away from home where one can find the delicious variants of food and comfortable stay. Hotel also have conference/banquet hall which can accommodate 700 for business meetings. Room rates starts from `2200/-.

Address: Hotel Silverine Near high court, The Mall, Shimla (H.P.) 171001

Phone : 0177-2658128, 129, 130

Fax : 0177-2658128

Email : reservations@silverine.net

Rock Sea Hotel

Rock Sea is located at 1.2 km from the old bus Stand in the exotic land. It has 22 luxurious rooms with all amenities and simultaneously panoramic views outside. Impeccable guest service and traditional hospitality makes hotel a best place. The room’s interiors are pleasing and soothing. The food varies and is amazing.

Address: Hotel Rock Sea, The Mall Shimla Pin code -171001Shimla – Himachal Pradesh India

Tele +91-177-2652748, 2802748

E-mail info@hotelrocksea.com

Hotel Shivalik regency

It’s a hotel for people with grand taste, rooms well furnished with wall to wall carpeting and mesmerizing decor. It is located just near the Christ Church on Ridge. The room rates vary from `1650-9300 depending on the type of room. Online reservation can be done by visiting the official site. Special discount during off season and seasonal packages are also offered.

Address: Hotel Shivalik Regency, The Ridge Shimla – 171 001 (H.P.)

Ph. 0177- 2811122, 2652435

Fax: 0177- 2655333

Email: hotel_shiwalik@hotmail.com 

Hotel Gulmarg Regency

For budget conscious travelers, Gulmarg hotel is the right place and had an advantage of being close to the most popular Mall road. The rooms in Gulmarg are modestly and brilliantly decorated and are well equipped with modern amenities. Comfort level is increased by the service provider staff, who are competent and well mannered. With decent prices, multi- cuisine restaurants with tasteful interiors and variation in delicacies are preferably going to win you heart.

Address: Near the Mall Shimla Pin 171003 HP

Tel. + 91-177-2653168,2655454, 2657766, 2656968

Email: reservation@hotelgulmarg.com, gulmarghotel@yahoo.com

Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel is a vegetarian’s home, away from home and that too at affordable prices. It has been a Government of India hotel. Excellent place for Government servants but also open to public, however you have to pay extra for that. But the facilities and amenities are at its best. 16 rooms with traditional and classic décor are flawless. The hotel provides only vegetarian varieties of cuisines. The hotel has been established and maintained by a known family in the same business for decades. The room rates starts at ` 900. There is another block in the Grand called the ‘Mayo Block’….only 6 suites with kitchen, a living room, a study and everything. The booking for this block is completely done from Delhi itself. Car parking is not available as the hotel is located at a zone where vehicles are not allowed, have to be kept at parking.

Address: Grand Hotel, The Mall, Shimla-171001 (H.P.)

Tel: 0177-2658121

E mail: hotels@hotelsinshimla.co.in

Hotel Eve

For a marvelous and remembering experience of staying at hotel Eve and that too in the lap of nature in shimla is a must visit.  Located 5 minutes walk from the tourist lift, and the Mall road. The rooms have a cozy atmosphere, where everyone will be amused. Efficient services of the hotel staff will surely satisfy the customers. A hotel terrace with the view of hilltops, comfortable stay, and good/hygienic food with different choices all blends into a romantic cocktail to sooth your senses. They specializes in Punjabi and continental meals. The rooms are fully equipped and sightseeing with tariff ranging from `400 to 3000.

Address: Hotel Eve, The Mall Shimla 171001

Call at 098161-34852

Tel. +91-177-2801076, 2651076

Email eveshimla@yahoo.com, hoteleve@rediffmail.com

Website: – www.HotelEveShimla.com

Hotel Dreamland

2 star location just above Church is ideal though little tough as climb to hotel is quite steep. View from floor balcony is breathtaking especially during monsoon when sky shows innumerable hues and colors. The view of huge deodar woods is wonderful. Good restaurant/food is really to talk about. Service is fine, quick and satisfying during working hours. Drive in hotel with parking. The room rates vary from deluxe rooms to luxury and super deluxe as from `900-2500.

Address: The Mall Shimla (H.P.) 171001

Phone + 91 177 2653005

Tel.    + 91 177 2806897

Email Hoteldreamland@hotmail.com

Hotel Samrat Regency

The hotel is located at shimla town’s most famous street, The Mall road. 2 star hotel with 15 rooms having semi-deluxe, deluxe categories equipped with latest amenities, giving no chance of complaints. Fabulously furnished and economically priced with average daily rate of `1250. Wooden floored lobbies with wall of windows recalls of wooden architecture and a grand view of snow covered or green deodar covered hill peaks simultaneously is mesmerizing. Multi cuisine meals served within the rooms is another good thing on the list. Services like doctor on call, sightseeing, laundry, and housekeeping are fast and effective.

Address: The Mall Shimla Opp. Tourism Lift, (near Indira Gandhi Stadium), The mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171001

Call at +91-9958891364, +91-120-4666444

Hotel Bridgeview

A 2 starhotel located at a distance of 1.2km from bus stand opp. the Govt. lift so a best option in terms of location. One can view various colors from dusk to dawn. The shimla lights in the night and moon shinning up in the sky, is something can’t be explained. The foods are good and tasteful. The hotel staff is accommodative and friendly. Views from the rooms are quite splendid and beautiful. The room tariff may vary from ` 2250 to ` 21,999.

Address: Hotel Bridge View The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Phone: 0177-265 8537

Telefax: 0177-281 1311, 0177-280 4455

Web:https://www.hotelbridgeview.in
E-mail: info@hotelbridgeview.in

Hotel Sangeet

Hotel is the located opposite to High Court Shimla closer to main shopping center the Mall road. Just 1 Km distance from the narrow gauge railway station shimla. Rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable with latest comfort. Tasteful and elegant décor and exterior architecture is spectacular. All the rooms offer a picturesque view of Himalayas and deodar forest.  The food and restaurant are incredible. The hotel staff is courteous and satisfying. The service offered is fast enough to compare. Vehicles are not allowed due to local administrations restrictions. Seasonal special packages are also offered, do visit the site. 20 room with super deluxe and deluxe class with average rate ` 1328 per day are there in hotel premises.

Address: Hotel Sangeet, The Mall Shimla- 171001 (H.P.)

Tel. +91-177-2802506-7, 9816060000

Email:  Jaimaa@hotelsangeet.com, booking@himachalhotels.in

Hotel Shingar

Established in 1980 the hotel is located in the town on mall road and is considered a 3 star hotel. Comprises of 30 well furnished rooms which are luxurious and well maintained. The restaurant is multi cuisine fare amid the scenic beauty. Elevator/lift is in good condition. Staff is friendly and helpful with absolute hospitality. The room fare starts from ` 2934 onwards. It’s a best budget stay with latest comforts. No Check outs are allowed on dinner eves of New Year and Christmas.

Address: Hotel shingar The Mall Shimla Opp. Tourism Lift, (near Indira Gandhi Stadium),

The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh,171001

Tel. +91-177-2652881, 2658481

Email: info@hotelshingar.com

Barowalia Resorts

A business trip or family visit, shimla is a perfect tourist place and if the stay is also comfortable and enjoying nothing can stop the visitors to come again. Barowalia resort is a cozy and inviting property in accordance with your budget. Located in a residential area but not far from shopping centre the Mall road, and the historic Ridge. A mellow mix of luxury and gracious hospitality. The rooms are enhanced with latest comfort and facilities. The hotel staff is gentle and impeccable services are offered and that too in classic Indian style. Mehak is the pure vegetarian food multicusine restaurant. The dinning space is a blend of wooden work on floors and tables to view. The room charges starts from `1445/-

Address: Barowalia Resort below Kalibari Temple Tourist Complex North Bank Estate, The Mall, Shimla (H.P.) PIN 171001

Call at: +91-177-2652900, +91-9418052900

Email: mail@barowalia.com, barowaliaresorts@yahoo.com

Shimla weather in January

Shimla weather in January

In January Shimla experiences the cold winds that comes here from higher Himalayan regions. The day temperatures are around 150c and the night temperature can dip to 00c or below making very hard to resist. One cannot move outside without getting fully packed with all the winter clothes. If the weather gets bad, there becomes maximum possibility of snowfall.

Snow Activities in Shimla

Many winter sports are offered in shimla such as Ice skating at the famous skating rink near mall road, skiing at kufri, a tourist destination near shimla. Hotels and resorts of shimla often organize these winter sports events and they also offer packages that include discounts and services during this time of the year.

Snow fall in Shimla

During the first week of January, there is chance of snowfall and white New Year. It seems as if all the cultures have gathered here to enjoy the beauty and snow of shimla since this is the time when large number of tourists visits this place and they can enjoy in snow.

Life still moves on even when the heavy snowfall occurs but be prepared for these weather conditions with all the winter clothing and avoid going too far reaches as bad weather with lots of snowfall, roadblocks and landslide can make it a challenging journey.

Warm Cloths Required in winters

Never come in light winter clothing during this time as you may find it difficult to cope with the weather conditions. All the fluffy stuff of the winter will make you enjoy the winters in a hilly area like shimla. It is the right time to enjoy with family and friends. So stay healthy and experience the joy unlimited.

Manali weather in July

Manali weather in July 2023

Manali, the Switzerland of India spreads the awesome beauty everywhere in monsoon. This is the time when Global tourist comes in maximum number during the monsoon months like July. Monsoon stretches from July till September with mild to excessive downpour.

Monsoon Trekking Activities in Manali

Being a popular tourist destination of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is always packed with huge crowds of visitors. Monsoon is basically the season for trekkers and trekkers from different parts of country and world visit this place. And adventurous sports are tried and enjoyed. The climate, adorable beauty and a famous tourist place attracts tourist to explore this place.

Greenery everywhere, new wildflowers, falling waterfalls, huge deodar trees, erect mountain cannot stop the visitors to visit this heaven like place even when the roads are somewhat blocked and various road jams happen due to landslides.

Temperature in July month at Manali

The annual rainfall recorded is at 320 cm. Due to constant rainfall, the town is prone to landslides and road blockages. Temperature during day at an average is 25 degree C and during night the average temperature recorded is at 15 degree C. Its only monsoon which is problematic, but climate is warm and fine. Tree felling is also accompanied due to precipitation in this month. The trip during monsoon is however not advisable but you can check weather forecast accordingly you can plan your trip.

But for the visitors who love scenic green view really enjoy the season.  As the whole area gets covered with long and overlooking wild and cultivated plantations. The incessant watering to the flora and fauna leads to enormous growth of plants and trees. In beginning of July much rainfall is not witnessed but in august greatest showers occurs. However, the weather is sometimes unpredictable it may be for India or in particular to Manali.

The romantic mist creeping slowly from the forests and hill tops is very exhilarating. The slow move of fog covering steep gorges is sometimes haunting and freighting.  And if one is lucky enough you may witness seven colored rainbow in between the deep gorges and hill tops. In July and August discount is given on room tariff as less visitors are coming. So check out the budget and season you want to go in the hill town Manali.

Manali weather in June

Manali weather in June 2023

It may be any month in the year, the Switzerland of India; Manali is always charming and beautiful. Mere words are not enough to explain the natural beauties and delights of Manali. Manali is regarded as one of the favorite choice with Indian holiday makers. The high and huge mountain ranges makes a place popular with the trekkers, snow capped mountains is the choice of visitors for skiing while green, typical and native natural resources are worth to view and alluring for others, who cannot participate in various adventurous sports. The tempting town has countless fun and exposures to spend time in this hill station.

Best time to visit Manali

Month of June is characterized by summer season. The best times for visiting as other parts of the country are under scorching sun and finding no place to escape dominance of summer. During June Rohtang Pass is the center of ski touring adventures. Dhabas and stalls get lined along the road side offering different delicacies. And countless tourists are flooding for having fun and unlimited  joy.

Temperature in June month at Manali

Summers in Manali are moderately cool. The average temperature during summer is between 20 degree C and 14 degree C. Sightseeing and wondering around Manali to various tourist spots with a supportive weather is exciting as well as charming. The true essence of the place lies in different colored temples, activities such as skiing, trekking, mountaineering and relaxing in tourist spots like Club house, Rohtang and Vashisht. All these exclusive things are only possible because of pleasant weather conditions. And the hotels and resorts which are serving the guests with impeccable services and congeniality can’t be ignored. Manali is a place where British introduced apple trees and trout. Orchards of apple, plum and pear present a luring picture.

Hotels are fully packed with tourists coming in from India and across the world. So before planning a trip to Manali, do check the advance booking and locations like particularly where to stay in the hill town. June is just the end of summer as now monsoons are about to arrive. In between sudden rains and thundershowers can also be witnessed in the town so travelers are advised to bring light cotton and light woolens with varied choice of color. Sightseeing without photography is incomplete, so be a part of an everlasting memory with the evergreen beauty and charm of the town.