Hotels in the Himalayas

The Himalayas are a range of mountains in Asia that stretch into India, Nepal, Bhutan, the Peoples Republic of China, Afghanistan, Burma and Pakistan. This mountain range is home to Mount Everest, the Ganges River and a variety of lakes. Visitors head to the Himalayas for river rafting, trekking tours and pilgrimages. Whether you are destined to the Himalayas for adventure sports or a spiritual retreat, a range of hotels is available.
  1. Shimla, India

    • Wildflower Hall is located at an elevation of more than 8,000 feet in the Himalayas. Activities in the area include river rafting, biking, archery and golf. Lakkar Bazaar, the local market, is within minutes of the hotel. The Viceregal Lodge is also in Shimla. The Lodge was once the President's residence and the grounds are now home to a garden and museum.

      The Oberoi Cecil is located in Chaura Maidan, Shimla, at an elevation of approximately 7000 feet in the Himalayan range. The hotel is 45 minutes from the Jubbarhatti Airport and a two-hour drive from the Tattapani sulfur springs. The Oberoi Cecil is also within walking distance of the Mall, the primary promenade in Shimla. The Naldehra Golf Course is an hour's drive away from the property.

    Rishikesh, India

    • If you are interested in spiritual wellness, Ananda in the Himalayas hosts teachers and therapists who come from around the world to conduct Ayurveda and yoga sessions. This hotel overlooks the Ganga River and is within minutes of the pilgrimage city of Haridwar. While at the hotel, you can choose from a trek to the Kunjapuri Temple, a safari and an onsite Vedanta class.

      The Great Ganga Hotel is located in Muni-ki-Reti, where the Ganges River enters the mountain plains. The hotel features views of both the town of Rishikesh and the Chandrabhaga River. The edge of the Ganges River is a five-minute walk from the property and the Rishikesh Railway Station is less than a mile away.

    Kathmandu, Nepal

    • Hotel Himalaya is 1.2 miles from the Kathmandu city center and the Durbar Square. Approximately five miles away from the Tribhuwan International Airport, the hotel also features an ancient temple. The ancient city of Patan -- the city of fine arts -- is approximately three miles south of the property. The Central Zoo and the Godavari Botanical Gardens are also in the vicinity.

      The Hotel Courtyard is a traditionally designed Nepalese hotel, located in Thamel. A tourist destination, Thamel is a 20-minute drive from the Tribhuvan International Airport. Nearby attractions include cultural sites and Durbar Square's temples, shrines and statues. From the rooftop of the hotel, you can see Kathmandu's valleys and mountains. You can also visit the nearby the Royal Chitwan National Park, a noted safari destination.

    Pokhara, Nepal

    • The Bahari is within minutes of Lake Fewa Tal. Off-site dining options include Bistro Caroline and Caffe Concerto, which specialize in continental and Italian dishes respectively. If you are interested in whitewater rafting or kayaking, Rapidrunner Expeditions is less than two miles away from the hotel. You can also enjoy a massage at the Seeing Hands Clinic, located 1.2 miles away.

      The Begnas Lake Resort is located 7.5 miles away from Pokhara, on the banks of the Begnas Lake. Hotel staff can organize para-gliding and angling excursions for you. The hotel is minutes away from hiking grounds, including Kalikasthan, Taal Besi and Sundari Danda. The hotel also conducts a tour of Pokhara, including the Bindabasini temple, the Davis Fall and the Mahendra cave.

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