Experience Raj Era: Stay in these Colonial Hotels

There are few Colonial hotels in India that carefully preserves history while delivering unswerving luxury. Check out these places across India that will make you nostalgic with their Colonial charm:

1. Windamere Hotel, Darjeeling

Previously known as Ada Villa, this is the only authentic British Colonial hotel in Darjeeling. During the Colonial era, the British planters occupied this place. Even today, the carefully preserved Windamere Hotel retains its Victorian charm and elegance. If you are planning to visit Darjeeling and want to experience the Colonial nostalgia, then book your stay at the Windamere Hotel. And if you are visiting during Christmas, then you can’t miss their Christmas week celebrations. Each year, performers from the famous West End Theatre District, London entertain the audience. This year, “The Totties” will be performing at the Windamere Hotel.

2. Ayisha Manzil, Kerala

Overlooking the Arabian Sea, this beautiful Colonial retreat is located in the coastal town Thalassery. This town once served as a trading hub and has an important place in Kerala’s rich history. So does Ayisha Manzil. This place was built in 1862 by Murdoch Brown and was known as the Judges Bungalow. The hotel has a Victorian architectural style and is best known for its untouched antique charm.

3. The Claridges Nabha Residence, Mussoorie

Surrounded by the silver oak forests, this cosy cottage-style luxury hotel was the former summer retreat of the former Maharaja of Nabha. This place has once entertained Maharajas, Rajas, and British dignitaries and still preserves that splendour of the Colonial era. It has 22 luxury rooms and each room is equipped with all modern comforts.

4. Fernhills Royale Palace, Tamil Nadu

This place was once the summer residence of the Maharaja of Mysore. The architecture of this 1844 building resembles a Chalet. In the mid-1860s, the palace was turned into a country club. And the British used this palace as their summer retreat.

5. Divan’s Bungalow, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

This 19th-century haveli was the residence of the Divan of Radhanpur. This 150 years old structure was revamped very carefully so as to retain its original charm. The décor of the hotel is a blend of style and comfort. It has 5 suites and 3 rooms. Each unit of this place has a different theme, colour scheme, and entrance. It also has an exquisite dining area that serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.