Places to stay in India
Introduction
Browse below for some of the most luxurious hotels and accommodation in India. Our India travel specialists regularly visit and inspect the accommodation we feature to ensure they are of an exacting standard.
Accommodation list
Hidden away in the labyrinthine alleys that fringe the Ganges in Varanasi lies this gem of luxurious tranquillity right in the middle of one of India’s most vibrant and spectacular landmarks. Formerly a retreat, the hotel has been lovingly refurbished to provide a boutique space amongst the bustle.
This historic chateau in the heart of Pondicherry is a striking monument to French colonial rule in this corner of India – an area they ruled for almost three centuries. A seductive fusion of the chic and heady, the Palais de Mahe is one of India's most distinctive eco-hotels, its historical charm …
Past the tea plantations, high up in the Himalayas, this stunning hotel lies on an eight-acre hillside estate with fabulous views. Built by local royalty, the hotel continues to be recognised for its fine features, décor that is decidedly on the decadent side and perfectly landscaped gardens.
Rajasthan is rich in iconic forts and opulent palaces that never fail to impress visitors, and this historic hotel allows guests to experience that sense of exotic grandeur at close hand. Castle Mandawa, a former fortress, positively bristles with opulent and old-fashioned charm, with walls teeming…
