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The Forest

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Mall Road

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A multi-story hotel with balconies and a view of the mountains.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a fire feature, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.
A restaurant with a stone wall, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk.
Premium Room, Mountain View | Desk, WiFi (free)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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The Forest, Near Judicial Court, Chakkar, Shimla, HP, 171010
  • Place, Sankat Mochan Temple
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Christ Church
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shimla (SLV)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Room, Balcony, Mountain View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the city.

Luxury Room, Balcony, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Mountain View | Desk, WiFi (free)

Premium Room, Mountain View

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Corner

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Superior Room, Corner

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shimla

In Shimla .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Shimla hotel, you'll find Sankat Mochan Temple and Prospect Hill. Shimla Heritage Walk and Himachal Pradesh University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Sankat Mochan Temple - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Himachal Pradesh University - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Mall Road - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Christ Church - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Lakkar Bazar - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Taradevi Station - 3 min drive
  • Shimla (SLV) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ashiana Restaraunt - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Scandal Delights - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wake and Bake Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hide Out Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Forest

3-star hotel near Mall Road
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Free self parking is available.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Forest offers 55 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. This Shimla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 1000.0 per stay.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 1000.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Forest to the airport?

The Forest is 10.9 mi (43-min drive) away from the Shimla (SLV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Forest?

As of Sep 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Forest on Sep 18, 2026 start from $43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Forest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Forest.

Does The Forest offer free breakfast?

The Forest does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Forest?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Forest?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Forest?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Forest have a pool?

The Forest does not have a pool.

Does The Forest have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Forest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Forest to downtown Shimla?

The Forest is 2.3 mi away from Shimla.

The Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anukrit

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026