The Western Ghats
Flower-draped, French-owned La Maison is a beautifully renovated 1890s Scottish bungalow superbly situated on a hilltop surrounded by tea plantations, 5km…
The Western Ghats
Flower-draped, French-owned La Maison is a beautifully renovated 1890s Scottish bungalow superbly situated on a hilltop surrounded by tea plantations, 5km…
Nashik
Sula's new 31-room, Tuscan-inspired resort occupies the converted facilities of the brand's original winery. Extremely comfortable rooms are decked out in…
Madurai
This leafy haven, 4km northwest of central Madurai, originally housed the old Madurai Club. It's been impeccably tarted up, with intricate Kerala-style…
Varkala
Not your typical Varkala address, this gorgeously original hideaway is packed with art and antiques and topped by a breezy roof terrace. The five rooms…
Aurangabad
The standard rooms at this pleasant midrange option masquerading as a budget hotel are easily Aurangabad's best deal. Spacious, comfy linens, flat-screen…
Chennai (Madras)
A new iteration of a favourite old B&B, Ikhaya brilliantly brings together the best of heritage ambience and contemporary amenities. Rooms have carved…
The Western Ghats
Along with ecofriendly touches (solar power, rainwater harvesting), Jungle Hut has probably the best food in Bokkapuram (if you’re visiting from another…
Munnar
Green Valley's views are superb, its rooms smartly up to date, and its welcome warm. Rooms sprawl across three floors, all facing the valley, and have TVs…
Kozhikode (Calicut)
In northern Calicut, the restored 1850 home of the Kadathanadu royal family is as serene as it gets – a traditional family compound with pristine lawns,…
The Western Ghats
Arguably Mudumalai's most stylish resort, with accommodation in lovingly built stone cottages, two tree houses and a dorm (minimum four people), all…
Chennai (Madras)
A beautifully comfortable, relaxed base on a quiet street in a leafy south Chennai neighbourhood. Three immaculate private rooms with king-size or wide…
Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum)
In Trivandrum’s leafy western suburbs, this lovely, serene family house amid sprawling gardens has four fan-cooled rooms, neatly furnished with individual…
Maharashtra
It’s certainly not a resort, but it is something of a rarity in Lonavla: a well-priced, family-run place in a quiet residential location that’s close to…
Kerala
The location is sublime at this peaceful three-room homestay, separated from a quiet piece of Kattoor Beach by a small lagoon (cross in a borrowed canoe!)…
Maharashtra
This charming hilltop hotel offers spacious, discerningly-appointed cottages and treehouses on meticulously manicured grounds overlooking Arthur Lake,…
Mumbai (Bombay)
Efficiently managed, and within walking distance of all the sights in Colaba and Fort, the YWCA is a good deal and justifiably popular. The spacious, well…
Arambol (Harmal)
Traveller-painted murals cover the walls in this very chilled backpacker place near the main village. Young owners have worked hard making the dorms, neon…
Kodaikanal (Kodai)
This multilevel hillside guesthouse will blow your mind with jaw-dropping views that are far better than those offered by any hotels in Kodaikanal proper…
Coonoor
A classic 1900s British bungalow at the top of town has been transformed into something special. The six handsome, airy rooms sport antique furniture,…
North Goa
With a philosophy of 'art, music, wellness', former backpacker and local DJ Ravi has established a great little creative space for like-minded travellers…
Karnataka
Set in a coffee plantation that backs onto the park, this luxurious resort has gorgeous Mediterranean-inspired villas (some with private pool) that are in…
Maharashtra
This 1840s tin-roof heritage bungalow sits just as it did when it was built by the British government for one of its captains. Nestled in its own forest…
Karnataka
Inspired by luxury safari lodges in Africa, Bison succeeds in replicating the classic wilderness experience with a stunning waterfront location and a…
Mumbai (Bombay)
Located in Mumbai’s BKC business district (close to the airport and Bandra), the Sofitel offers commodious comfort levels. The metal scrap elephant at…
North Goa
The exact location of this heavenly place, on some 500m of beachfront, is a closely guarded secret. Choose from four beautiful beachfront houses,…
North Goa
A five-bedroom villa filled with art, another three-bedroom villa, three two-bedroom casinhas (little houses) and other cottages, set amid 1.6 hectares of…
Regent Resort, Soma Vine Village
Nashik
Soma Vine Village's luxury resort, 17km west of Nashik, sits by a lake and is bordered by rolling hills. Roam the landscape by bicycle, laze the hours…
Mumbai (Bombay)
Light, airy, spacious and well-equipped rooms a stone’s throw from the Gateway of India. Design-wise each floor is themed: the decor ranges from…
South Goa
Romantic getaways might not come any better than this. With just nine gorgeous thatched cottages – all sea-facing and with jacuzzi on the personal outdoor…
Hampi
This 'ecowilderness’ resort is 10km west of Virupapur Gaddi by the Tungabhadra River. It's an isolated but supremely relaxed place to escape, with a…
Panaji
Miramar’s plush Goa Marriott Resort is the best in Panaji, with a price tag to match. It's expertly choreographed, with the five-star treatment beginning…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This stylish hotel in the happening Khar area blends contemporary chic with traditional artefacts (textiles and hand-carved chairs) and some statement art…
North Goa
This top-notch choice has unusual, stylish, dome-shaped huts – some look like giant hairy coconuts – made of a combination of all-natural local materials,…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This modern Four Seasons is everything you expect it to be, with exemplary service, psychic staff that pampers the 202 rooms of guests, and classic yet…
North Goa
Set around a leafy, shaded courtyard that’s home to Bean Me Up, Vagator’s best vegan restaurant, rooms here look simple but are themed with individual…
Mysuru (Mysore)
Recently renovated, this heritage property once served as the residence for the maharaja’s British guests. It has spectacular grounds and a choice of…
Panaji
Run by the friendly Jeanette, this pretty Portuguese townhouse offers eight spacious, well-kept rooms with timber ceilings. The little rooftop terrace…
Arya Ayurvedic Panchakarma Centre
Gokarna
At the southern end of Kudle, this ayurvedic centre has some of the best rooms on the beach. It offers simple yet elegant accommodation with quality…
Mangaluru (Mangalore)
Next to the Pilikula Nisarga Dhama park, with views of the Gurupur River and coconut groves, this lodge offers a tranquil natural environment for those…
Hampi
Seriously stylish new place with stunning accommodation. Book a terrace suite for maharaja-size space, including your own hot tub. The grounds are…
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