Top Holiday Resorts in India

India is a land of various cultural and historical surprises. To discover all of these like Taj Mahal, Mountains of Himalayas, Goan beaches and royal palaces of Rajasthan, you can plan your stay in the country. Staying at some of the top holiday resorts in India, which include Amar Vilas in Agra, Devi Garh Resort in Udaipur and Ananda Resort in Rishikesh you can enjoy Indian hospitality and

various pampering services.

5 Top holiday resorts in India:

Staying at the top holiday resorts in India will give you a dream come true experience. You can tire yourself by exploring the various attractions of the country like, Taj Mahal, Ajmer Fort, Goan beaches and the captivating mountains of Himalayas and return to your accommodations to be pampered with excellent services. Some the best holiday accommodations to lodge in India are:

1) Wildflower Resort, Shimla:

Located in one of the most visited holiday destinations of India, Wildflower Resort is wonderful accommodation to stay in. This luxury resort is located at a height of 8,250 feet in the Himalayas. The resort has a colonial flavor, which is noticeable as soon as you enter the premises. Staying at this place can feel heavenly with the mesmerizing views of the Himalayas. From the Jacuzzi’s, warm swimming pools and restaurants, you can take a look at the snow capped mountains of Himalayas. Highlights:

Special adventure sports are arranged by the resort. These adventure sport activities include, mountain biking, ice skating, rafting, archery, billiards, golf, trekking and biking.

Special rooms like, Premier Rooms, Lord Kitchener Suite, Deluxe Suits
Lutyens
The Cavalry Bar
Restaurant offering Continental and Asian dishes
24-hour dining facility
Coffee Shop

Facilities and services:

Smoking and Non-smoking rooms
Rooms with Wi-fi connectivity
Television sets with DVD Player and satellite cable connection
Electronic safe
Telephones with voice mail service
Bathrooms with bathtubs and showers
Personal bars with 24*7 butler service
Oberoi Spa with Asian, Ayurvedic and Western massage therapies
Fitness Centre

2) Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai:

The Taj Mahal Palace came up in the year 1903 in Mumbai. From world renowned personalities to royal guests, Taj Mahal Palace has been a favorite choice for all. The hotel offers views of the beautiful Arabian Sea and the Gateway of India. The overall make of this accommodation shows Florentine, Moorish and Oriental architectural designs. Another major attraction of this world famous hotel accommodation is its collection of antique art forms.

Highlights:

44 suites and 560 rooms
Yacht services from the hotel
Well-equipped meeting rooms
Jiva Spa
Fitness Centre with sauna and steam bath
Swimming Pool
A bookshop
An arcade for shopping
Souvenir and Gift shop
Harbour Bay, Aquarius, Masala Kraft, Souk, Golden Dragon, Shamiana, Wasabi and other restaurants to satisfy your taste buds Facilities and services:

Yacht services through the Arabian Sea
Rooms with Wireless Internet facilities
Laptops on hire
24*7 in room dining
Florist
Baby sitting services
House doctor on call
Cab facilities
Banquet facilities

3) Coconut Bay Beach Resort, Kovalam:

Lying on the Kovalam beach, Coconut Bay Beach Resort is just what you may want for a perfect vacation. Tourists traveling from far and wide love this resort for its natural surroundings. The lush greenery and the serene atmosphere of the beach is always an attraction to those staying at Coconut Bay Beach Resort.
Highlights:

Open-air restaurant for dining
About 16 villas
Ayurvedic Centre
Swimming Pools
Roof top restaurant serving North Indian, Chinese, Sea-food, Kerala food, Tandoori, and Continental recipes
Facilities for indoor games like, carom, etc
Well-equipped library

Facilities and services:

Sea facing rooms
Vilas with modern amenities
Beach rooms with verandah
Vilas with garden
Golf outing services
Cultural programs and local tours
Accesses to Private Beach

4) Devi Garh Resort, Udaipur:

Devi Garh Resort is lies close to Udaipur city. The fort offers scenic views of the Delwara village and the mountains surrounding the fort. The fort is one of the oldest in Udaipur. It belongs to the 18th century. The fort was awarded to Sajja Singh for his committed services to Maharana Pratap. This palace was later passed on to various rulers before being abandoned. Later it was converted into a holiday accommodation. Several modern amenities were added to this magnificent fort, which is located in the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan. Highlights

About 23 suites
Devi Garh Suite or the Premium Suite
Rooms with mini bars, bath tubs made of marble, Television with Satellite connections, Shower cubicles
Swimming Pool
Jacuzzi
Rooms and fort designed with marbles, semi-precious stones and metals
Fort’s museum

Facilities and services:

Steam baths
Yoga and Aromatherapy
Fitness Centre
Well-equipped library
Tennis court
Table Tennis Pool
Bicycle tours
Camel safari tours
Ayurvedic doctor services

5) Amar Vilas, Agra:

Agra is one of the top places to visit in India, known for its beautiful Taj Mahal. Agra also has the magnificent Amar Vilas Palace as one of the top holiday resorts in India. You can enjoy the traditional hospitality along with various other services. There is a splendid view of the Taj Mahal from the Amar Vilas Palace, which is one of the best attractions. Highlights:

Rooms with terrace
Asian, Indian and Continental cuisines served at the two restaurants
Dining on roof top
Renowned spa for relaxation and rejuvenation
Heat and steam treatment services in special rooms
Ayurvedic treatments
Jacuzzi
Swimming pools
Sauna baths
Tennis court Facilities and services:

Well-equipped fitness centre
Ayurvedic therapies and beauty enhancement services
Roof-top dining
Rooms with telephone line and data ports
Television sets with satellite connection
Personal bars in the rooms
Suites with Taj Mahal views

Last updated on 7/12/2010