Exciting New Hotels to Check into This Season

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As we prepare to head out after the long hiatus, there are many exciting new hotels that await us. From a haveli in the heart of Jaipur to a sprawling property inside Darjeeling’s Makaibari Tea Estate and the quaint lodge style stay in the jungles of Mashobra in Simla.

The Johri

An ode to the royalty of Jaipur, The Johri is set in a 19th century haveli. Located inside the walled city of Jaipur, a UNESCO World Heritage site, it has been carefully restored over 9 years. Every element of the 5-suite property, whose rooms are named after gemstones, has been designed to combine contemporary and traditional aesthetics. The restaurant here serves an evolving menu of organic vegetarian Indian dishes, focused on farm-fresh produce and inventive flavors, defined by the seasons. The cocktail bar offers creative drinks alongside long-standing favorites in an intimate setting of the courtyard. Rejuvenating Ayurvedic massages, a daily ‘high-chai’ afternoon tea service, and complimentary yoga and meditation sessions deliver the calming yet luxurious experience that has become a trademark of the founding team.

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www.thejohrijaipur.com

Welcomehotel Simla

Tucked away in an unexplored village, close to the quaint hill town of Mashobra, Welcomehotel Simla is where you find natural streams, bountiful orchards and lush green coniferous forests in harmony with the property. A haven for nature lovers, the place is offers panoramic views of the valley from each of its 47 rooms and suites. Bird watching with resident naturalists, heritage walks with local historians, biking trails inside Simla Wildlife Sanctuary or picnics and camping in the sprawling greens are some activities you can indulge in here. WelcomSthalika, the restaurant, offers regional Himachali food and Swizzle bar overlooking the coniferous forests brings signature cocktails and premium wines.

www.itchotels.com

Taj Chia Kutir

Set in the middle of the famous Makaibari tea estate that dates back to 1859 is IHCL’s latest offering. Located In Kurseong, Darjeeling amongst the eastern Himalayas, Taj Chia Kutir is your quintessential luxury estate. The place is just an hour’s drive from Bagdogra airport, set amidst plantations, permaculture and a sustainable ecosystem. While Sonargaon, their signature restaurant, offers food from Punjab, Bengal and the Northwest frontier, Chia Veranda, the all-day diner here has world cuisine on the menu. The place is perfect for a walk in the misty tea gardens or catch the sunrise in the Himalayas while sipping some of the most expensive teas from the Makaibari Tea Lounge.

www.tajhotels.com