Aamod Resort

This eco-friendly hidden gem is on the National Highway 22, just 8.1 mi from Shimla. Surrounded by oak and pine trees, Aamod at Shoghi Luxury Cottage Resort offers yoga and meditation sessions, open-air hot tubs and free parking. Other activities include mountain biking, rock climbing and camping. Rustic and charming, all cottages come with a private terrace which overlooks the greenery. A flat-screen TV, mini-bar and personal safe are included. Private bathrooms have hot-water showers. Aamod at Shoghi Luxury Cottage Resort is a 5-minute drive from Shoghi. To get to Shoghi, guests can drive 21 mi from Jubbarhatti Airport in Shimla, or drive 2 hours from Kalka. There is also a World Heritage Toy Train from Kalka that departs for Shoghi regularly. Guests can enjoy a massage at the spa, or arrange a day trip and activities at the tour desk. The hotel also provides meeting rooms and laundry services. The Colonial serves Indian and Himachali dishes, with the choice of al fresco dining. There is also an on-site bakery.