Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
Respecting (and replanting) the local rainforest, this much-anticipated Taj Group property brings contemporary luxury to Radhanagar. Glossy villas,…
Must-see hotels in India
Odisha
Plopped down on the banks of the Ramchandi River, just across from a sandy Bay of Bengal beach 10km south of Konark, this friendly, laid-back camp has fan…
Jaisalmer
Shahi Palace is a deservedly popular option. It’s a modern building in the traditional style with carved sandstone. It has attractive rooms with raw…
Puri
Gandhara continues to steamroll the competition with its friendliness and amazing value. The 200-year-old pillared heritage building has three wonderfully…
Shimla
Tucked into beautiful forest, yet just 500m from the main east Mall area, the stylish Marina has large, immaculate rooms given a contemporary twist by…
Mysuru (Mysore)
A former maharaja’s guesthouse, built in 1921, this vast building has considerable old-world charm, including a 'birdcage' elevator and fine mosaic-tiled…
Ahmedabad (Amdavad)
In the heart of one of the old city's pols (micro-neighbourhoods), this beautifully restored 150-year-old Gujarati heritage home opposite a Jain temple…
Varanasi
The good: it's set on nearly 2 hectares of beautiful gardens with fruit trees, a tennis court, a pool and an outdoor yoga centre. The not-so-good: while…
Kovalam
All calming ochre tones, terracotta tiling and minimalist flair, this intimate German-owned seafront pick has eight ground-floor rooms finished with…
Kerala
The queen of Kumarakom’s luxury accommodation is this 67-room Keralan-inspired beauty fronting Vembanad Lake, complete with ayurvedic spa, yoga, two…
Arunachal Pradesh
Rooms here are straightforward, clean and well maintained, with hot showers. What's special is the beautiful pine-and-bamboo house with spacious verandahs…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
You don’t have to be a woman to get a room in this well-kept, imposing but basic 1925 building. Old high-ceilinged rooms have slatted green doors opening…
Jaipur
About 1km south of Ajmer Gate, this former residence of the thakur (nobleman) of Diggi is surrounded by vast, tree-shaded lawns and is refreshingly…
Kochi (Cochin)
On the site of a Victorian-era shipyard, this grand CGH creation faithfully reproduces 16th-, 17th- and 18th-century Dutch, British and Portuguese…
Kovalam
Tucked into the southern curl of Lighthouse Beach, the 14 elegant and refreshingly spacious rooms at this stylish pad gaze out on the beach from private…
Shimla
Shimla's backpacker stalwart, the friendly, bright-red YMCA has been open since 1930 and takes all comers, regardless of age, gender or religion. Rooms…
Amritsar
Inexpensive rooms are available in this niwas (pilgrims' hostel) at the southeast end of the Golden Temple Complex. Foreigners are generally accommodated…
Srinagar
Reached from a lakeshore path by a plank-and-stilt walkway, John Friends' signature attraction is its apple-tree garden and direct access to backwater…
Srinagar
Super-friendly family owners have seven boats ranging from super deluxe to 'D' class, meaning there's something here for every budget. The boats lie…
Alappuzha (Alleppey)
In a peaceful lakefront setting 4km north of Alleppey, this welcoming, creative operation amid natural canals sleeps guests on a floating mini houseboat…
Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh
Great-value, spacious, primrose-coloured cottages, 700m off the main road in Khatia, are bright, airy and decorated with dry branches and tiger images and…
Arambol (Harmal)
The five rooms and two suites (all named after days of the week) are part of the refurbished heritage hotel within the walls of the Portuguese Fort…
Assam
Nine basic but decent semitraditional cottages ranged around a grassy, tree-girt space on the edge of a Mishing tribal village, Mé:Po Okum (Happy Home) is…
Varkala
Tucked away behind the North Cliff, this warm, highly regarded guesthouse throws boutique style into its impeccably kept gleaming-white rooms and six…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
This smart and well-maintained hotel is by far the best midrange choice for air travellers overnighting in Kolkata on short transit itineraries. It's…
Arunachal Pradesh
The spacious bedrooms here, with hot showers, are set in a modern building beside the owners' traditional Adi Galo house with its huge thatched roof…
Khajuraho
Sweeps aside all other five-star pretenders with immaculate rooms, impeccable service and high prices. Rooms have marble bathrooms, carved-wood furniture…
Gujarat & Diu
The remodelling of an old government property by the Taj Group is the finest – and greenest – choice near Gir National Park. The rooms and huge suites are…
Kolkata (Calcutta)
Just 3km from the airport, this stylish boutique hotel is a good choice if you want to explore the less-popular but emerging eastern districts of Kolkata,…
Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh
This MP Tourism hotel on the bank of the Banjar River, 5km west of Khatia, is a solid choice. Accommodation comprises large villas each with three rooms…
Maharashtra
Just 3km from Sevagram, Paunar village is home to the Brahma Vidya Mandir Ashram. Simple but well-structured shared rooms are available for overnight…
Puri
Conjuring up images of the Raj, this splendid 150-year-old railway hotel features beautiful bygone touches throughout, including 90-year-old mural panels…
Pushkar
This rambling building occupies one of the best spots in Pushkar, on the upper levels adjacent to Gandhi Ghat. It features aesthetic blue-washed…
South Goa
Rajbag is dominated by the presence of this 85-acre five-star. The hotel is particularly popular with well-heeled domestic and Russian tourists, and is…
Puducherry (Pondicherry)
Secluded rooms with colourful flourishes, antique beds and photos of the original owners surround two pillared patios at this renovated 130-year-old home,…
Varkala
Six-person, locker-equipped en suite dorms (some air-conditioned) and smartish private doubles with simple murals are the draw at this social budget hang…
Shillong
Rooms at this appealing guesthouse on a quiet lane are set around the owner's orchid-filled garden. They vary from cosy ground-floor rooms with an English…
Orchha
Owned by the grandson of Orchha’s last king, this hotel feels authentically heritage, although the main building is less than 20 years old. Antique-style…
Kashmir & Ladakh
The Omasila has a peaceful location 2km from Padum at the base of Pibiting's temple hillock: great if you're driving but somewhat isolated if you're on…
Sikkim
This erstwhile royal getaway is perched on a hilltop near Pemayangtse Gompa with stupendous views in all directions. Highlights are the manicured lawns…
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