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The Orchid Shimla

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and free valet parking

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Mayflower Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Restaurant
Exterior
Reception
The Orchid Shimla, in the heart of town, offers tranquility with a rooftop terrace and garden. Guests rejuvenate at Berry Spa, savor Indian cuisine at the Cafe, or enjoy family time at the playground and arcade. Free valet parking, outdoor pool with cabanas, and WiFi included.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

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Deluxe King Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Valley View Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premier Valley View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Orchid Suite - Bathtub with Jacuzzi & Hydrotherapy Shower | Living area | 43-inch TV with cable channels

Orchid Suite - Bathtub with Jacuzzi & Hydrotherapy Shower

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Mayflower Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Mayflower Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Kamla Nagar, Near Hill Groove School, Bhattakufer, Frood, Sanjauli, Shimla, HP, 171006

What's nearby

  • Lakkar Bazar - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Christ Church - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Jakhu Temple - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kali Bari Temple - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mall Road - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Shimla Station - 33 min drive
  • Shimla (SLV) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Simla Times - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Café Khoblu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nalini Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sol - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Orchid Shimla

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Mall Road
Consider a stay at The Orchid Shimla and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Indulge in a massage at Berry Spa, the onsite spa. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and concierge services
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 96 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 500 for adults and INR 250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 5,000 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 500 for adults and INR 250 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note: Appropriate swimwear must be worn in the hotel swimming pool. Any other clothing, including pants, t-shirts, and long dresses, is not allowed.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

The Orchid Shimla Hotel
The Orchid Shimla Shimla
The Orchid Shimla Hotel Shimla

Frequently asked questions

Does The Orchid Shimla have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Orchid Shimla pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Orchid Shimla?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Orchid Shimla?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Orchid Shimla?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Orchid Shimla located?

This family-friendly Shimla hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park, Mall Road, and Lakkar Bazar. The Ridge and Christ Church are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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