Clarkes Hotel, A Grand Heritage Hotel Since 1898, Shimla ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

The Mall, Shimla, India, 171001

Clarkes Hotel, A Grand Heritage Hotel Since 1898, is a 4-star establishment known for its colonial architecture and modern amenities. This heritage hotel features spacious accommodations and fine dining options on Shimla’s bustling Mall Road.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Clarkes Hotel are elegantly furnished, offering spectacular views of the mountains or Mall Road. Each room is equipped with a mini-bar, tea/coffee maker, and satellite television, providing modern conveniences within a charm of yesteryear.

Dining & Refreshments

The Dining Hall at Clarkes Hotel serves a variety of Indian, Continental, and Chinese cuisine in a pillarless space that offers panoramic views of surrounding mountains and the city. Guests can also enjoy refreshments in the al fresco terrace amidst flowerbeds.

Business & Leisure

A conference hall at Clarkes Hotel accommodates up to 60 guests and provides views of Shimla town, making it a suitable venue for meetings. Additionally, the hotel features a lounge bar with a colonial ambiance for relaxation after a day of sightseeing.

Location & Accessibility

Situated on Mall Road, Clarkes Hotel is within walking distance of several landmarks, including Gaiety Theatre, Rothney Castle, and Shimla Heritage Museum. The hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Shimla Railway Station, providing convenient access for travelers.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Premier King Room

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

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Suite

Max:

4 persons

109 m²

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1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Bathtub

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Shimla100 m

Airports

Simla (SLV) 22.1 km

Chandigarh (IXC) 121.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Hassle-Free Parking

“The availability of private parking was a relief, ensuring that my self-driven vehicle was safe and secure during my stay.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“I was pleasantly surprised by the generous size of the room, which came equipped with all the amenities one could desire for a relaxing stay.” view full review

Culinary Delight

“The hotel's restaurant exceeded my expectations, with Chef Achman crafting dishes that felt like they were made with love and care.” view full review

Stunning Views

“Even though the terrace was closed due to rain, the panoramic views of the valley from the living area made the experience truly lovely.” view full review

General

Paid Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
Reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Coffee shop

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Conference room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Mini-bar
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Television
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

The Mall, Shimla, India, 171001

Map view

The Mall, Shimla, India, 171001

City landmarks

Square

The Ridge

960 m

Church

Christ Church

1.7 km

Pagoda

Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo

1.7 km

Museum

Johnnie's Wax Museum

1.7 km

Kalka Shimla Railway

960 m

The Mall

Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex

960 m

Market

Lower Bazar

960 m

2 Km From the Ridge

Jakhoo Hill

1.7 km

Jakhu Temple Park

Jakhoo

1.7 km

Richmount Rd

Jakhoo Gondola

1.7 km

Museum

Annandale Army Heritage Museum

1.5 km

Ridge

Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex Shimla

1.7 km

Sheeshe Wali Kothi

1.7 km

Museum

The Army Heritage Museum

4.0 km

Kali Bari Rd

Kali Bari Temple

5.5 km

Mall Rd

Scandal Point

5.5 km

Nearby

Kotkhai

Kotkhai Palace

220 m

Museum

Shimla Heritage Museum

600 m

Arki

Luturu Mahadev Temple

470 m

Forest

Kiala Forest

960 m

Indira Gandhi Statue

130 m

The Mall

Town Hall

70 m

Ridge

Hawa Ghar

180 m

Kiari Village

Mahamai Temple

220 m

Mall Rd

Rani Jhansi Park

380 m

Castle

Bantony Castle

430 m

Heritage Building

St. Michael's Catholic Cathedral

440 m

Mall Rd

Combermere Bridge

480 m

Old Bus Stand Rd

Baba Bhalku Rail Museum

550 m

Jakhu Hill

Rothney Castle

530 m

Restaurants

Wake and Bake

880 m

34/1 The Mall Road

Himani's Restaurant

1.3 km

48 Himani The Mall Road

45 The Central

770 m

45/1 The Mall Road above Bank of India ATM

Himachali Rasoi

1.4 km

Sachin's Dragon Villa

1.3 km

10 Middle Bazar

Honey Hut

700 m

70 The Mall Road

The EBR Cafe & kitchen

770 m

Near govt Sen sec school Bhattakuffar Shop No 64/2 Opp to Gaiety Theatre Below Woodland

Park Cafe

720 m

The Ridge

Janta Chaat

750 m

Lakad Bazar Road

La Pino'z Pizza

620 m

71 The Mall

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

delicious food

great view

expensive dining

many steps to access

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.1

Service

8.9

Dining

8.5

Ross

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel offers a luxurious experience with spacious suites showcasing gorgeous views of the hills. The dedicated staff ensures a magical holiday in Shimla, although the high price may not be the best value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The suites are more like actual living spaces with multiple rooms, including a spacious bedroom, dressing room, and bathroom with partially gorgeous views.

Service

9.0

The staff, including Meena, Ishan, and others, are exceptionally dedicated to providing top-notch service, making our stay truly remarkable.

Location

10.0

The hotel is excellently located at the start of the Mall in a picturesque setting with easy access to all attractions in the Shimla hills.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast experience is truly exceptional with a wide variety of delicious options offered either from the buffet or à la carte.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers fantastic facilities including dry cleaning and laundry services, ensuring a convenient and comfortable stay.

Philip

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.8/10

The hotel offers spacious and very clean rooms, allowing for a comfortable stay. The service is excellent with the staff going above and beyond to make guests feel welcomed. The location is superb, right at the end of the pedestrianized Mall Road. The dining experience is varied and delicious. Overall, a great value for money option.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and very clean.

Service

9.0

The staff was excellent, very polite, and helpful, providing personal attention to guests.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location at the end of the pedestrianized Mall Road is excellent, offering easy access to various attractions in Shimla.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were quite elaborate and varied, with well-presented and tasty dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers dry cleaning and laundry services.

John

United States, March 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were beautifully decorated and clean, thanks to the excellent housekeeping team including Deepak, Sunil, Nisha, Raman, and Bhisman. However, the furniture in the rooms could use an update. The service was top-notch, with a very cooperative staff offering impeccable service. The location was outstanding, allowing easy access to key attractions. The dining experience was delightful with a variety of tasty options. Overall, a great value for the price paid.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were beautifully decorated and clean, with perfectly adequate electric heaters. Kudos to the housekeeping team for their special efforts in our room.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were very cooperative and raised the service standards to a new level. They were caring, diligent, and made our stay extra special.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was outstanding, providing easy access to key attractions and offering picturesque views. A strategic and fabulous spot for a memorable stay.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was wonderful with a wide variety of European and Indian dishes to choose from. From Indian feasts to traditional English breakfast, the options were diverse and delicious.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered excellent facilities to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Everything was well-maintained and convenient for guests.

Scott

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.6/10

I had a great stay at the hotel. The room was much bigger than expected, with a corner window overlooking Mall Road, though the bathroom felt a bit cramped. The dinner ambiance was overly bright but the heritage charm was a nice touch.

Rooms

8.0

My huge suite exceeded expectations with a lovely view of Mall Road. The bathroom was a bit cramped, but being a Heritage property limited changes are understandable.

Service

9.0

The staff, from the reception to restaurant and bar, were incredibly helpful and even arranged a surprise celebration for us. Their traditional headwear added a nice touch to their welcoming attitude.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location on Mall Road is excellent for exploring Shimla city. It's ideal for walking tours to shops, restaurants, and other attractions, but be prepared for the uphill climb from where taxis drop off.

Dining

9.0

I can't fault the hotel's dining experience. The buffet-style breakfast had everything you could ask for, and the staff were more than willing to accommodate any requests. A great perk that the meal is included with the room booking.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered great facilities, such as dry cleaning and laundry services, and the room comes standard with a lovely view of Mall Road.

Jock

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

Staying at Clarkes from 12-15th March in room nos 38 & 39 was a delightful experience. The rooms were beautifully decorated and clean, with perfectly adequate electric heaters adding to the cozy ambiance. The spacious room offered a great view of the mountains, making it a pleasant stay. The food at the hotel was delicious offering a good range of dishes.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms at Clarkes were beautifully decorated and clean, with perfectly adequate electric heaters. The room was spacious with a great view of the mountains.

Service

9.0

The service at Clarkes was exceptional. The staff knocked on our door to check on us, showing genuine care and were tolerant to our umpteen requests.

Location

9.0

The location of Clarkes is phenomenal for exploring Shimla city. It is right on the Mall Road shopping area with good breakfast and super room service. Although there are quite a lot of steps up from where the taxi drops off, it beats everything with its accessibility to main attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience at Clarkes was wonderful. Despite being a buffet, the food was delicious with plenty of choice between European and Indian dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities at Clarkes were top-notch, offering dry cleaning and laundry services to make the stay even more convenient.

delicious food

expensive dining

Peter

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.2/10

I stayed at this hotel located right on the Mall Road in Shimla and had a mixed experience. While the rooms were a bit small and lacked adequate heating, they were exceptionally comfortable with crisp bed linen presented beautifully in a wicker basket. The service was incredibly helpful, professional, and kind. The location was ideal being at the end of the Mall Road, offering a peaceful stay in the heart of the city. The dining experience was great, with accommodating staff that went the extra mile. The facilities were more than adequate, but there were some noticeable drawbacks that impacted the overall experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, although a bit small, were exceptionally comfortable with crisp bed linen.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly helpful, professional, and kind. They even surprised me with a beautiful birthday cake.

Location

9.0

The location at the end of the Mall Road was ideal, offering a quiet and peaceful stay in the heart of Shimla.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was great with accommodating staff, willing to cater to guests' preferences.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were more than adequate for a comfortable stay.

comfortable rooms

small rooms

John

United States, June 2023

8.4/10

This hotel is a gem located right on the main Mall Road in Shimla, offering a brilliant spot for exploring the city. The rooms are spacious, clean, and offer lovely views of the fireplace, providing a cozy atmosphere. The service, while friendly and efficient, can sometimes be a bit over-eager. The dining options, with a mix of Indian and international dishes, are ample and satisfying. The facilities are well-maintained, making for a comfortable stay overall.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and clean, with lovely views of the fireplace in the room.

Service

8.0

The staff can't be praised highly enough for their service and courtesy, making me feel valued as a guest.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location on the main Mall Road is excellent, allowing for convenient walks to shops, restaurants, and attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers a satisfying mix of European and Asian food, catering to various tastes.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-maintained and contribute to a pleasant stay.

Henry

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.2/10

Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were very nice, thanks to the dedicated housekeeping team, including Deepak, Sunil, Nisha, Raman, and Bhisman, but having only table fans was a downside. The service was exceptional with attentive and friendly staff, especially from the restaurant team, willing to go above and beyond. The location was ideal for exploring Shimla but could get noisy at times due to its proximity to utilities. The dining options were varied and delicious, catering to both Indian and international tastes. However, a minor inconvenience was the noise from staff and people during odd hours near the property. Overall, it offered a comfortable stay at a decent value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very nice, thanks to the dedicated housekeeping team, but only having table fans was a drawback.

Service

9.0

The staff was attentive, friendly, and always ready to please. The restaurant staff really put in the effort to ensure our comfort.

Location

7.0

The location was perfect for exploring Shimla with easy access to the Mall and Bazaar, although it could get noisy due to the nearby utilities.

Dining

9.0

Dining was delightful with a good range of delicious dishes, appealing to various tastes.