From snow-dusted landscapes in the north to lake kingdoms in Rajasthan and ocean-washed cities in the south, India offers escapes woven with intimacy, heritage, and immersive design. We’ve carefully handcrafted a list of destinations that bring together the extraordinary, dramatic architecture, cultural resonance, intuitive service, and geography that change how you breathe. Whether the aim is stillness, romance, celebration, or a reset of routine, these hotels embody the magic of holiday travel, and we’re delighted to share this with you.
The Leela Palace, New Delhi
A jewel in the capital’s crown, The Leela Palace Delhi rises with imperial elegance and modern precision. Its domes, grand corridors and ballroom-style suites cast a royal silhouette against the crisp winter sky. Afternoon teas become a ritual, rooftop views flirt with the city’s historic skyline, and the hotel’s world-class dining scene transforms each night into a celebration.
A quintessential city escape for those craving couture shopping, cultural access, and indulgent urban luxury.
Taj Fateh Prakash Palace, Udaipur
Set against the shimmer of Lake Pichola, Fateh Prakash Palace feels like stepping into a preserved chapter of royal India. Antique art, palatial ceilings, and a museum-like hush define the interiors, while sunlight spills dramatically through arched windows, framing the lake like a moving painting.
Evenings stretch into candlelit dinners and slow boat rides—an ideal setting for festive romance and intimate holidays.
Alila Fort Bishangarh, Rajasthan
A former warrior fort turned architectural retreat, Alila Fort Bishangarh sits carved into a granite hilltop surrounded by rugged terrain and panoramic skies. Its turreted suites, stone passageways, hidden nooks and handcrafted culinary rituals evoke another time entirely.
Slow mornings, breezy terraces and desert sunsets lend the property a cinematic hush—perfect for travellers seeking immersion over itinerary.
Fairmont Mumbai
Fairmont Mumbai brings coastal city glamour to the holiday landscape. Set minutes from the sea, the hotel blends Art Deco influences with modern luxury—think sweeping marble tones, curated art, and rooms overlooking a skyline that glows at dusk.
A sanctuary for urban romantics, cultural explorers and travellers who want to experience Mumbai at its most stylish and celebratory.
The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, New Chandigarh
At the edge of the Himalayas and wrapped in 8,000 acres of protected forest, The Oberoi Sukhvilas is designed for stillness, starlit evenings, and slow luxury. Mughal-inspired architecture, reflection pools and manicured gardens create a sense of hushed grandeur, while Oberoi’s signature service elevates every moment. Wellness defines the stay: a vast forest-side spa offers Ayurvedic therapies, massage rituals, hammams and thermal rooms that melt winter tension into calm. Dining is deeply rooted in the region—Anant Mahal celebrates seasonal produce from the resort’s organic farm, while Kaanan brings heirloom Punjabi recipes into refined, contemporary expression. Raunaq Bar completes the experience with intimate nightcaps and warm conversations.
Raffles Udaipur
Raffles Udaipur is a secluded island of mist, marble, and ultramodern palace architecture. Guests arrive by boat, gliding across still waters to suites that open to untouched landscape. Butler services, lake breezes and spa-led calm shape the rhythm here.
A true holiday haven for honeymooners and seekers of silence, where mornings begin with birdsong and end beneath star-poured skies.
Taj Aravali Resort & Spa, Udaipur
Resting beneath the sweeping Aravalli Range, this Taj sanctuary offers luxury through nature, featuring sprawling villas, open-air pathways, equestrian experiences, and immersive spa rituals.
It’s wellness reimagined—where sunrise yoga sessions, mountain air and holistic treatments come together to create a restorative festive escape.
Pullman Chennai Anna Salai
Pullman Chennai offers a contemporary South Indian story told through modern design, dynamic dining and immersive cultural access. Suites are expansive and sleek, the mixology program pushes artistic boundaries, and the city sits waiting just beyond its doors—temples, coastlines, museums and markets.
A perfect choice for those looking to merge culture with cosmopolitan energy this holiday season.
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