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The Nilaya

4.0 star property
Enjoy the spa at this 4-star Shimla hotel

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A restaurant with a wooden interior, a buffet counter, and a view of the mountains.
A modern hotel entrance with a glass door, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A modern reception area with a marble reception desk, wooden shelving with magazines, and a decorative metal partition.
A person enjoying a meal outdoors with a scenic mountain view in the background.
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Village Sadhora, Mashobra-Naldhera Road, Mashobra, Shimla, HP, 171007
  • Place, Craignano Nature Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Naldehra Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shimla (SLV)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Super Deluxe

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

Premium Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a coffee maker, a red chair, and artwork on the wall.

Deluxe Room

  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

Super Deluxe (Back View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shimla

In historical district.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Craignano Nature Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Naldehra Golf Course with a stay here. Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lakkar Bazar is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Craignano Nature Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Naldehra Golf Course - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Lakkar Bazar - 24 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Mall Road - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Christ Church - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kandaghat Station - 42 min drive
  • Shimla (SLV) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Indian Coffee House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Nalini Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sher-e-Punjab - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jashan Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

About this property

The Nilaya

Enjoy the spa at this 4-star Shimla hotel
The Nilaya offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Nilaya. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Shimla hotel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Nilaya offers 24 accommodations with minibars and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 36-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Shimla hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 450 for adults and INR 300 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: INR 560 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of INR 560 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 2000.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 3000
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1500 (from 5 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 3000
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 1500 (from 5 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately INR 450 for adults and INR 300 for children
  • Pet deposit: INR 560 per day
  • Pet fee: INR 560 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per day

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 credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Nilaya Hotel Shimla
Nilaya Hotel
Nilaya Shimla
Nilaya
The Nilaya Hotel
The Nilaya Shimla
The Nilaya Hotel Shimla

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Nilaya to the airport?

The Nilaya is 24.2 mi (97-min drive) away from the Shimla (SLV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Nilaya?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Nilaya on Aug 10, 2026 start from $61, 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 Nilaya have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Nilaya.

Does The Nilaya offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Nilaya, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of INR 450 for adults and INR 300 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Nilaya?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Nilaya?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Nilaya?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does The Nilaya have a pool?

The Nilaya does not have a pool.

Does The Nilaya have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Nilaya have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features deep-tissue massages.

How close is The Nilaya to downtown Shimla?

The Nilaya is 0.5 mi away from Baldeyan.

The Nilaya Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay and food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarfaraz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome !!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023