Tuesday, 19 September 2017

Love History? Check out These Hotels and Take a Walk Down the Memory Lane

colonial hotel Darjeeling

Heritage hotels in India are a testimony to the rich historical past of the country. These hotels exude the exquisite culture, art and literature, and lifestyle of the days gone by. If you are a history buff, then you must visit these heritage hotels in India.

1. Windamere Hotel – Darjeeling
Windamere Hotel is reminiscent of the British Raj as it was built by English and Scottish tea planters as a summer boarding house (Ada Villa). The Colonial hotel in Darjeeling has an authentic old-world English charm (which is very rare) as it was restored and not renovated for commercial purpose.

The exterior and interior of the Colonial hotel speak for themselves as they feature vintage English embellishment; add that to the spectacular views of Mount Kanchenjunga which visitors can enjoy right from the porch/balconies.

Book your stay at the Windamere Hotel

Booking your stay in the finest Colonial Hotel in India, the Windamere Hotel, has two big perks – you’ll get to live the magical and authentic old-world English mores, and enjoy the awe-inspiring natural beauty of Darjeeling.

2. Fortune the Savoy – Mussoorie

Fortune the Savoy is an English Gothic country house that runs as a heritage hotel. The biggest fascination of Fortune the Savoy is the country-style rooms with wooden floors, coffee making machines, and minibars.

The vintage rooms feature a blend of modernism with facilities such as free internet connection (Wi-Fi) and HD TVs. Fortune the Savoy also gets credits for a wonderful hospitality as room services are available 24/7. Other features of the hotel include a spa (with steam rooms), a refined bar, and a polished restaurant.

3. THE LaLit GREAT EASTERN Kolkata – Kolkata

Apart from being the first luxury hotel in all over Asia, the THE LaLit GREAT EASTERN Kolkata is also a heritage landmark in Kolkata. THE LaLit GREAT EASTERN Kolkata also has an unparalleled reputation of being the longest operating hotel for 165 years.

THE LaLit GREAT EASTERN Kolkata has been restored and doesn’t miss out on its original glory. The heritage hotel is an amalgamation of three different eras and their style – Victorian, Edwardian, and Contemporary. The LaLit Great Eastern Kolkata is referred to as “Jewel of the East.”  The hotel has had notable personalities as guests including Queen Elizabeth II, Mark Twain, Nikita Khrushchev, Rudyard Kipling, and Mahatma Gandhi.

4. The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel – Mumbai

The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai is a prominent historical and architectural structure in all over India; it is also the first landmark harbour in Mumbai (earlier than the Gateway of India).

The conduct of The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel is considered as “Heritage Grand” class. It is also the flagship property of Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces (a chain of hotels and resorts).

The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel was first opened by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamestji Nusserwanji Tata. The hotel is best recognised for its luxurious hospitality and intricate exterior work.

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