The Orchid Shimla

Shimla 31.09814200, 77.20239300 , Kamla Nagar, Near Hill Groove School, Bhattakufer, Frood, Sanjauli, Shimla (Show on Map)


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Summary of reviewsThe Orchid Hotel Shimla stands out as a serene getaway located amidst the picturesque hills, offering guests breathtaking mountain views and a peaceful ambiance away from the bustling town. The location provides a tranquil retreat that connects visitors with nature, making it an ideal destination for relaxation. While it is slightly removed from Shimla's city center, the scenic vistas are well worth the travel for those seeking a serene backdrop.

Guests frequently praise the breakfast experience, highlighting the excellent food quality and variety, with the buffet described as well-prepared and delicious. Though some suggest improvements in menu diversity, particularly in South Indian cuisine, the breakfast is generally appreciated. The dinner experience is similarly lauded, with tasty dishes and attentive service enhancing the overall dining experience. The culinary team, led by the head chef, actively engages with guests, further elevating their satisfaction.

Accommodation at The Orchid Hotel Shimla is generally well-received, with spacious and comfortable rooms that are maintained with cleanliness. Although some guests have encountered minor issues with room readiness and size, the attentive staff ensures a pleasant stay for most, with wonderful mountain views available from select rooms.

The hotel's cleanliness is partly noted for its positive attributes, such as clean and well-maintained premises and high standards. However, there are mentions of areas needing attention, like room cleanliness and towel quality improvement. Despite this, many guests affirm the property's cleanliness and staff efforts.

A key highlight of the hotel is its remarkable staff, who receive overwhelming praise for their exceptional service, friendliness, professionalism, and attentiveness. The team's dedication to guest satisfaction, including individuals like Mr. Lalit Chauhan, makes the hotel experience memorable. Their cooperative and accommodating nature plays a significant role in enhancing the appeal of The Orchid Hotel Shimla.
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Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Recognized as Asia's First 5-Star Eco-friendly Hotel (Ecotel certified), The Orchid Shimla implements comprehensive environmental practices. These include treating sewage water for reuse in gardening and air conditioning, converting wet waste to vermicompost, minimizing plastic use, and utilizing eco-friendly construction materials like fly ash cement and MDF. The hotel also features 'The Great Wall of Shimla' made from recycled plastic bottle caps and plastic.

Hotel for Honeymoon
Located near Hill Groove School, The Orchid Hotel offers a comfortable and pleasant stay. Its amenities and service make it suitable for couples seeking a relaxing honeymoon.

Hotel with Spa
This hotel features a full-service Berry Spa with facilities such as a plunge pool, steam room, and Jacuzzi. The spa offers various massages including back, head, full body, and foot massages, providing a wellness area for relaxation.

Family Friendly Hotel
The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers Family Rooms that are suitable for people vacationing with their families. These rooms come with amenities such as air-conditioning, laundry service and complimentary breakfast. The hotel is also eco-friendly.

Hotel with Swimming Pool
The Orchid Shimla offers an exquisitely designed indoor hot water swimming pool with efficient temperature control. The hotel also provides a spa and a health club for guest relaxation.

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Hotel with Parking
The Orchid Shimla includes parking for guests. Situated in Kamla Nagar, it offers relatively easier parking access compared to downtown locations.

Accessible Hotel
This hotel offers wheelchair accessibility throughout the entire unit and is accessible by lift, facilitating easy movement for guests with mobility needs. Wheelchair accessible units are available.

Hotel with Gym
The Orchid Hotel Shimla provides a well-equipped gym for its guests. The fitness center includes a variety of machines and free weights.

Hotel with Indoor Pool
Equipped with an indoor swimming pool, this hotel further enhances the aquatic experience with a plunge pool, steam room, and Jacuzzi as part of its spa facilities.

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Room Types
Deluxe King Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Twin Room Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. The twin room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Premier Valley View Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as mountain views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Orchid Suite - Bathtub with Jacuzzi & Hydrotherapy Shower This suite features a hot tub. The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. This suite features soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with cable channels, mountain views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Mayflower Suite This suite features a hot tub. This spacious suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.

Presidential Suite This suite features a hot tub. This spacious suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.

Family Room Providing free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

Guest Reviews
Location
Nestled amidst the picturesque hills of Shimla, The Orchid Hotel offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Guests consistently praise its awesome location, which provides breathtaking mountain views and a calming ambiance. Situated slightly outside of Shimla, the hotel ensures a tranquil stay with an uninterrupted connection to nature. While the distance from the city center may require a bit of travel, it rewards visitors with scenic vistas, particularly from the dining room, which overlooks Shimla valley. The remote setting away from the busy town allows for a peaceful retreat, making it a desirable destination for those looking to unwind amidst lush surroundings. Despite being off-site, the hotel presents a unique opportunity to enjoy the serenity of Shimla's beautiful landscape.

Breakfast
The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers a breakfast experience that generally leaves a positive impression, noted for its very good quality and range of options. Guests often highlight the excellent breakfast and delicious food with lots of varieties available. The buffet spread is consistently described as good and well-prepared. However, some reviews point out that the breakfast menu could benefit from a broader selection, particularly when it comes to South Indian cuisine. Overall, the breakfast at The Orchid Hotel Shimla is appreciated by many, though there's room for slight improvements in menu diversity.

Dinner
Guests at The Orchid Hotel Shimla have praised the dinner experience, noting that the food is both tasty and delicious. The culinary team, including the kitchen head chef, is commended for their dedication to food quality and for personally engaging with guests to gather feedback. The cleanliness of the dining environment and the attentiveness of the staff enhance the overall dining experience. Despite a minor issue mentioned, the positive aspects of the dinner, complemented by excellent service, make for a noteworthy dining experience at the hotel.

Rooms
The Orchid Hotel Shimla offers a mixed experience when it comes to its rooms. Many guests appreciated the spacious and comfortable accommodations, describing them as large and well-maintained. Cleanliness is a consistent positive remark, with guests praising the efforts of the attentive staff in maintaining tidy rooms. The beautiful mountain views from some rooms add to the picturesque stay for those lucky enough to book a room with a view.

However, not all rooms offer scenic vistas, and some guests found their accommodations to be smaller than expected. A few reviews mentioned issues with room readiness, pointing out instances of unclean conditions upon check-in. The hotel is situated in Bhaktakufer, which is slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, possibly affecting accessibility for some visitors looking to explore Shimla more conveniently. Overall, the hotel provides a comfortable stay with attentive service, but room assignments may vary in size and views.

Cleanliness
The Orchid Hotel Shimla receives mixed feedback regarding its cleanliness, though there are several positive remarks. Guests generally find the property to be very clean, with descriptions such as "very clean property" and "clean and good property" suggesting a well-maintained environment. Many reviews highlight the staff as excellent and very clean, contributing positively to the overall guest experience. On another positive note, the hotel is commended for its well-maintained premises, and guests appreciate the quality of food served.

However, there are some areas for improvement noted by guests. Some reviews suggest that the overall cleanliness could be better, pointing specifically to issues in the rooms, such as torn and dirty pillows and presence of cockroaches. Although the property meets international cleanliness standards in many areas, a few reviews point out that more focus on cleanliness is needed, and certain aspects, like the quality of towels, could be improved.

Overall, while the hotel maintains a clean environment in many aspects, consistent attention to detail in certain areas could enhance guest satisfaction further.

Staff
Visitors to The Orchid Hotel Shimla are overwhelmingly impressed by its staff, who are consistently praised for their exceptional service and dedication. Guests frequently highlight the friendliness, politeness, and professionalism of the team, noting how staff members consistently go above and beyond their duties to ensure a pleasant stay. Whether it is the front desk or the restaurant, the staff's cooperative and accommodating attitude is evident, and Mr. Lalit Chauhan is specifically mentioned for his outstanding service in the dining area. The personnel at the hotel are not only polite and courteous but also remarkably understanding and attentive to guests' needs, enhancing the appeal of the hotel's beautiful property. Such consistently high praise for the staff's friendliness and helpfulness reveals that they play a significant role in making the hotel experience memorable and enjoyable.


Yes, The Orchid Shimla has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at The Orchid Shimla.

No, The Orchid Shimla doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Orchid Shimla.

Yes, The Orchid Shimla has a gym.

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