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North India
Hotels
The Park Hotel, Delhi A
recently refurbished and upgraded modern 5 star hotel, situated
in the shopping and commercial district of Connaught Place, The Park is
a good base from which to explore Delhi.
It offers comfortable rooms, an outdoor swimming pool,
good restaurants and bars and courteous service.
Hotel The Crowne Plaza Surya, New Delhi
The Crowne Plaza Surya is a modern 5
star hotel located in Friends Colony, a residential suburb in
South Delhi , with plenty of interesting shops and restaurants
in its vicinity . The Hotel has well appointed rooms, a coffee
shop, several restaurants and
bars, a swimming pool and a good spa.
Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi
A modern 5 star Deluxe hotel situated midway between the
airport and the city center, the Taj Palace offers excellent
facilities and services. Elegantly appointed rooms, with IDD,
wi-fi internet connectivity, mini-bars, satellite television,
24 hours room service etc. The Taj Palace boasts of several
fine restaurants and bars, including the Orient Express,
considered to be Delhis finest European restaurant, Masala
Art, a contemporary Indian restaurant and the 24 hour Café
Fontana, a Mediterranean eatery. Leisure facilities include a
swimming pool, spa, gymnasium etc. For more on the Taj Palace
hotel
The Oberoi Hotel, Delhi
The Oberoi is a modern, luxury hotel,
the best of its kind in India. Guests here can be assured of
personal service and every 21st century convenience for a
comfortable and relaxing stay. The Oberoi is centrally located
in close proximity to the business and commercial centers and
overlooks the immaculate greens of the Delhi Golf Club. The
beautiful open-air pool and a Spa and Fitness centre by Banyan
Tree allow residents to relax away from the pressures of
business and city life. For more on the Oberoi ,New Delhi
Hotel Imperial, Delhi
New Delhis best known luxury Hotel , the Imperial still
retains the splendour of the colonial era while offering
modern comforts and service. It has noteworthy architecture,
beautiful landscaping and fine restaurants, complemented by a
central location right in the heart of New Delhis shopping
and commercial district. For more on the Imperial New
Delhi
Holiday Inn, Agra
A modern 3 star Deluxe hotel, located in Sanjay Place , an
extremely busy shopping and commercial area of Agra , the
Holiday Inn offers good accommodation and facilities , and is
also good value for money.
Trident Hilton Hotel, Agra
The Trident Hilton Agra, is set amidst
beautiful gardens and is only a few minutes walk away from the
famous Taj Mahal. The hotel is built of the red stone
reminiscent of the Mughal era, designed around landscaped
central courtyard with swimming pool and fountains. All rooms
are centrally air-conditioned and equipped with modern
facilities like a mini-bar, complimentary tea and coffee
making facility, direct dial telephone, data port
connectivity, television set with satellite transmission and a
personal safe. The hotel features an informal, poolside
brasserie and a Bar. The restaurant serves an extensive
buffet, and a choice of Continental and Indian cuisine. For
more on Trident Hilton, Agra.
Hotel Amar Vilas, Agra
Agras most exclusive and luxurious
hotel, Amar Vilas, is only six hundred meters from the Taj
Mahal. With domes, arches, reflection pools, terraced gardens,
lakes and pavilions, Amar Vilas draws its inspiration from
Mughal architecture. Most rooms and public areas have
exceptional views of the Taj Mahal. All rooms and suites
feature a separate walk-in closet with electronic safe, colour
satellite TV, DVD/CD player. Minibar and a facility to make
tea and coffee. Beautiful marble bathrooms feature both a
bathtub and a separate shower cubicle with deluxe toiletries.
Some rooms have private sit-out balconies, overlooking the Taj
Mahal. For more on the Amar Vilas,
Agra
Taj View Hotel, Agra
Part of the Taj Group of Hotels , the Taj View is
a modern Hotel less than 2 kms from the Taj Mahal . Some of
its rooms have excellent views of the Taj Mahal . The Hotel
offers a swimming pool,coffee shop,fitness center etc. For
more on the Taj View, Agra
Hotel Mount View, Chandigarh
The Mount View Chandigarh, sprawls over seven acres of
landscaped environs and is located adjoining the famous Leisure Valley of Chandigarh - a
8 km long continuous park land comprising numerous gardens. The hotel offers
modern comfortable aircon rooms and leisure facilities include
a health club and swimming pool.
Hotel Taj Chandigarh
The newest and the best hotel in the
city of Chandigarh, the Taj Chandigarh offers contemporary
rooms designed keeping the business and leisure travellers
requirements in mind, thoughtful amenities, distinctive dining
and an efficient & warm service that bears the legendary Taj stamp. The Taj has elegantly furnished
rooms that offer contemporary facilities such as 42 Plasma TVs, Wi-Fi Internet, mini-bar, electronic
safe and 24-hour concierge service. The rooms have full length glass windows,
some of which overlook the famous rose gardens.
For more on the Taj Chandigarh.
Hotel Ritz Plaza, Amritsar
Located on the main Mall Road of the Amritsar, the 4 star Ritz Plaza,
is the best place to stay in Amritsar. Well appointed rooms with
modern amenities and a swimming pool etc. For
more on the Ritz Plaza, Amritsar
Hotel Chonor House, Dharamsala
Chonor House is centrally located
between the Thekchen Choling temple and Mcleod
Ganj, quietly set amongst tall cedars and a lovely garden. Its eleven well appointed rooms depict Tibetan
themes created by Norbulingka artists in a unique Tibetan style with wall paintings, teak
and rosewood furniture and hand-knotted carpets. All income derived from Chonor House
goes to support the Institutes various projects. For
more on the Chonor House, Dharamsala,
Solang Valley Resort, Manali
The Solang Valley Resort, located just beyond
the township of Manali, on the banks of the river Beas, offers the perfect getaway from the
madding crowds, yet complete with all the comforts of civilization. Twenty rooms built in
blocks of eight and twelve are tastefully appointed with local weaves and
artistry adding the local touch, while the wooden
floors give you warmth and comfort.
Hotel Woodville Palace, Shimla
The Woodville palace has a history dating
back to 1865 when Sir William Mansfield, Commander
in Chief of the Imperial Army became
the first resident of the charming estate. The palace was reconstructed in 1938 by the Rana of
Jubbal when hundreds of expert artisans were brought from far and wide to ensure
the highest quality of craftsmanship. Located just a few minutes away from
the Mall (main promenade) of Shimla, the Woodville
Palace is an excellent accommodation option.
Glass House on the Ganges, Rishikesh
The Glasshouse on the Ganges, like the
other Neemrana 'non-hotel' Hotels, honours both an extraordinary historical
site as well as a magical natural spot. Set in a lychees
and mango orchard of the Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal, with a garden
of tropical plants, full of rare birds and
butterflies, it has a sand beach of its
own. This secluded property has six cottages
overlooking the Ganges and the mountains beyond. Its private spring water matches the qualities of the best
mineral waters in the world, which you can bathe in! The Glasshouse offers leisure,
reading, log fires and even a barbecue near the banks of the
river. Rooms here are fairly basic, but its
great location more than makes up.
Haveli Har Ganga, Haridwar
The
Haveli Hari Ganga, a beautiful heritage Haveli is situated on the banks
of the Holy Ganga, a mere 500 meters walk through the
Bazaar from the sacred "Har ki Pauri" at Haridwar.
The Haveli is an architectural marvel, where the ancient structure
has been restored to recreate the old - world charm
with modern day hospitality.
The Cecil Oberoi Hotel, Shimla
A 5-star, Oberoi
property, originally built in 1884 as a Himalayan hill
station that has fabulous views across the valley. All
rooms are spacious, elegant and comfortable and are centrally
heated in winter and air-conditioned in summer. Facilities include a spa
and heated pool and the hotel can organise
both indoor and outdoor recreational activities.
Orchha Resort
Located close to
the small sleepy town of Orchha on the banks of the Betwa
River, this hotel has comfortable rooms with marble inlaid
furniture, and is surrounded by the impressive ruins and
monuments of Bundelkhand. Sitting by its poolside , one would
have views of the impressive ruins and Chattris on one side
and the picturesque Betwa river on the other .
Usha Kiran Palace Hotel, Gwalior
Once the
private residence of the Maharaja, the palace was built
in traditional style with beautiful stone carvings and filigree
work and is set amidst extensive landscaped gardens. The Taj Group recently took
it over , and gave it a complete make-over, restoring
it to its former glory. Rooms and Suites
are spacious, comfortable and elegantly appointed with all modern comforts.
Tuli Tiger Resort, Kanha
Located in the
buffer zone of the Kanha National Park, the Tuli Tiger Resort, in
our opinion, is the best place to stay
in Kanha. The resort has air-conditioned cottages with excellent
facilities. In addition to the morning and evening trips into the
National Park, which the resort is happy to arrange,
leisure facilities here also include a large swimming pool, a pool table
and a wildlife library.
Tiger Den Resort, Bandhavgarh
Located in
lush green and tranquil surroundings of the land of the
White Tiger -Bandhavgarh National Park, is the Tiger Den
Resort. The resort has 18 elegantly furnished luxury cottages.
The balconies of the cottages overlook the marvelous and gigantic hills
of the Vindhyanchal range.
Tiger Den Resort, Ranthambore
Built on a sprawling 5 acre landscaped garden, the Tiger
Den resort is the closest to the Ranthambore National Park.
Cottage style accommodation in lush greenery, the Tiger Den
offers good aircon rooms and excellent facilities including a
outdoor swimming pool.
Dev Vilas, Ranthambore
Set in three and a
half acres of land, the building in Indo-Saracen style takes
a cue from the Shikaar or hunting lodges built
by the Maharajahs. It follows the traditional architectural
lines, inspiring romance and adventure and is located nearest
to the entrance of the National Park. Elegantly appointed large
rooms with King and Queen beds for twin occupancy.
All rooms have two toilets to facilitate guests for
those early morning jungle drives. Each bathroom has a stand-alone shower
and a bathtub next to a picture window. All rooms
are air-conditioned, with Cable TV and a Mini-Bar.
Hotel Vanya Vilas, Ranthambore
Vanyavilas
is Indias most luxurious jungle resort. No comfort is
spared. Air-conditioned luxury tents are set among lemon and mango
trees around a carp-filled lake. The outdoor swimming pool is heated and
there is a fabulous spa. This is no rustic camp, it
is truly an oasis of luxury. Twenty-five luxury tents, each 790 sq
ft. All have private gardens and an outside deck
for sunbathing. The tents feature king size
four-poster beds, freestanding rolltop baths and separate showers. All
the tents have wooden floors and embroidered interior canopies and
are furnished in regal style. Each tent has a DVD player and
minibar.
Pench Jungle Camp Resort
Located just outside the Pench National Park (one
of the newest of the project tiger Parks) is the Pench Jungle
Camp, consisting of excellent tented accommodation. Each tent
housed on the permanent foundation has a spacious and
elegantly furnished living room, spacious en suite bathroom
with running hot and cold water, flush toilet, space for
shower and a vanity counter.
Holiday Inn, Khajuraho
Built in 12 acres of beautifully landscaped lawns is the
56-room Holiday Inn Khajuraho which is in close proximity to
the Airport only 3 km and the temples 2 km away. The cool
white marbled interiors of this hotel reflect its elegance and
ethnic decor. Elegantly furnished Guest Rooms with Twin/Double
beds, with attached baths, individual climate control,
national and international direct dialing service, satellite
TV, round the clock room service and same day laundry
service.
Hotel Taj Chandela, Khajuraho
Just 1km from the famous
temples, this is the best place to stay in Khajuraho. An
inviting pool, good food, a lively bar and spacious rooms
combine to make a comfortable stay. All rooms are
elegantly appointed and offer guest amenities
like speakerphones with international direct dialing facility,
Internet connectivity, mini-bar, personal safe, channel music and colour
television.
Hotel Clarks Varanasi
The Clarks
Hotel Varanasi (Benares) is well located at the mall in the
cantonment area, which is the greener and more peaceful part
of Varanasi city. Suitable for business and leisure travelers
alike the Clarks Hotel Varanasi (Benares) successfully
combines old-world service with 21st century conveniences to
make your stay truly comfortable and memorable. The spacious
rooms are aesthetically designed and tastefully furnished. All
rooms have individually controlled airconditioning, attached
bathrooms with hot & cold water and dryer, satellite
television, free in-house movies, international direct-dialing
facility, room service and work area.
Hotel Taj Ganges, Varanasi
A five star hotel and
a haven of peace and tranquillity in
the bustling temple city. With comfortable well-equipped rooms, the hotel offers
guests an excellent mix of culture and comfort. |