An exquisite hill station nestled around 5 hills, Dalhousie is a popular tourist spot in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Located 6000 – 9000 feet above sea level, this quaint town is home to several colonial buildings and beautiful churches. The hill resort is an excellent getaway for travellers looking for a quiet, relaxing vacation to destress and rejuvenate. Unsurprisingly, Dalhousie is a popular honeymoon destination and attracts thousands of newlyweds and couples every year. The best time to visit Dalhousie is from May to September when the weather is pleasant. The popular sightseeing options in Dalhousie are Khajjiar Valley, Dainkund Walk, Alah Water Tank, Kala Tope Rest House and Upper Bakrota. A typical vacation in Dalhousie centers around visiting the Tibetan market, taking long walks amidst the beautiful countryside, star gazing, trekking and enjoying a pony ride in Khajjiar. There are several hotel in Dalhousie from budget to luxury properties, however, the majority of the hotel are in the budget to mid range categories. Here are the best Dalhousie hotels that offer a good balance between budget and comfort.
Sagrika Resort
A quaint little hotel that offers clean and well maintained rooms with beautiful views. The staffs are extremely polite and the food served at the in house restaurant is excellent. The Shubash Chowk is at a very close distance to the hotel which renders it close to the main shopping hubs.
Hotel Dalhousie Heights
Located in Lovers Lane, close to the main bus stand, this 3 star hotel offers clean rooms with modern amenities. This is a reasonable budget hotel which gives access to additional facilities at a nominal rates. Facilities like pool, sauna, jacuzzi and pool tables are available at additional charges. The proximity of the hotel to the main road can render certain room noisy, so be sure to book one facing away.
Grand View Hotel
An elegant property located near the Dalhousie Club, Grand View Hotel is one of the best hotels in Dalhousie for budget travellers. The rooms are exceptionally clean and fitted with modern amenities and the staffs are warm, friendly and polite. Despite its proximity to the Dalhousie bus stand, the surroundings is quiet and devoid of any noise. The highlights of the hotel include a beautiful landscaped garden, spacious rooms with balconies, centralized heater and fun evenings with bonfire and games. Another plus is the 24 hr wi-fi connectivity in all areas of the hotel.
Alps Spa Resort
Located close to Bakrota Hills, one of the highest points in Dalhousie, the highlight of this hotels in Dalhousie is the breathtaking view of the hills. There is a beautiful landscaped garden and the entire area surrounding the hotel is post card perfect. This is a good choice of hotel for travellers looking for a place to relax amidst peace and tranquility. Guests are served meals either in the room or they can choose to have them at garden while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Travellers with family are advised to book a suite as the Deluxe rooms tend to be rather cramped.