Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Pool
Property preview
Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171001
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakkar Bazar
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shimla (SLV)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Shimla

A luxury stay in Shimla awaits you at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Christ Church and Lakkar Bazar. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel has concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Added amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 5-property class Shimla hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from State Museum and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Viceregal Lodge.

What's nearby

  • Mall Road - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christ Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lakkar Bazar - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jakhu Temple - 17 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Viceregal Lodge - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Shimla Station - 10 min drive
  • Shimla (SLV) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Simla Times - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wake and Bake Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nalini Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sol - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898

Luxury hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Shimla hotel.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1898
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898 offers 32 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Shimla hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (INR 912 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (INR 912 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1898
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing a negative COVID-19 test result must have been tested no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 1 December 2023 to 15 November 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 6080
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 6080 (from 2 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 7360
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 7360 (from 2 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 in-room wireless Internet: INR 912 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: INR 912 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 2000.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

Yep, Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898 has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

No, Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Clarkes hotel, A grand heritage hotel since 1898?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.