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Best luxury hotels, resorts, villas and cottages near Manali
Planning to visit Manali but want to stay far away from the crowds of Manali? Check out these top luxury hotels, resorts and cottages near Manali for a quiet and peaceful stay in the lap of nature!
Manali is awesome. But it can get really crowded especially in summers and even in winters during the Christmas and New Year holidays. If you want to visit Manali but then don’t want to stay in Manali due to the crowd and traffic then you must explore places which are neither too near nor too far off from Manali.
Good thing is there are a number of excellent such staying options near Manali where you can spend some good time away from the hustle and bustle of Manali. Moreover, Manali is also less than half-an-hour’s drive from most of these properties.
We have compiled the list based on their rankings and positive reviews on our travel partner websites including Tripadvisor and Booking.com. We also visited some of the hotels, cottages and resorts to check for ourselves the amenities being offered to guests. We paid special attention to hotel locations, amenities being offered, guest experience, staff behaviour and service while compiling this list.
Here is our hand-picked list of some of the best luxury hotels, resorts and cottages near Manali. Follow the links to check further details and to book your place of choice using our partner websites including Tripadvisor and Booking.com.
Have a nice trip to Manali and a nicer stay!
Ramgarh villa
If you want to stay at a place that takes you back in time then Ramgarh villa is perfect for you. Located on a hilltop in Raison village, which is just around 20 kms from Manali, Ramgarh villa was built in 1928 and used to be the favourite haunt of British and other European travellers to Kullu-Manali.
Located among apple orchards and Deodar trees, Ramgarh villa is rated ‘Excellent’ on Tripadvisor and offers amenities including free parking, internet, space for children’s activities etc. The villa has family rooms and suites. This villa is pet friendly.
Neeralaya
Located on the bank of Beas river in Raison village near Manali, Neeralaya is a top-rated property that offers luxurious stay in its villas, built in the traditional architectural style. Positively reviewed, Neeralaya offers free parking, internet, evening entertainment, space for children’s activities, and free breakfast. This place is pet friendly.
If you love history then Naggar Castle is the place for you to stay. The Castle, located in Naggar village near Manali, was built by Kullu Raja Sidh Singh in the early 16th century. The wood-and-stone structure has been built in the traditional Kath-Kuni style of architecture. Later during British rule, the Castle also served as the official residence of British officials.
The castle was converted into a heritage hotel in 1978 and since then it’s been run by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). The rooms are cosy with a balcony that offers breathtaking views of the Kullu valley and the snow-capped Himalayan peaks. The Castle offers free breakfast and a free parking facility is also available.
Baragarh Resort & Spa
If you are looking for a luxurious stay then this one is for you. At a stone’s throw from Naggar, Baragarh Resort & Spa is located in Ghordaur village. Rated ‘Excellent,’ Baragarh Resort & Spa is surrounded by apple orchards and pine trees.
The view of the Himalayas and the Beas valley from the rooms is excellent, to say the least. The amenities at this resort include free parking, a swimming pool, bar/lounge, a game room, a fitness centre, a badminton court, free internet etc.
Tree of Life
With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Tripadvisor, Tree of Life is among the best hotels in Naggar. Built in a marvellous modern style of architecture and located amidst Deodar trees, this place has nice, cosy rooms and offers amenities including free parking, wifi, free breakfast, a swimming pool, yoga classes. The hotel also offers guides for hiking tours. All rooms have minibars.
Lemon Tree
Located along the highway in 15 Miles near Manali, Lemon Tree is ideal for all those who are visiting Manali but want to stay a little away from the town. There is a beautiful forest near this property, which is claimed to be most professionally run. The Lemon Tree has free parking space, a fitness centre, a badminton court and space for children’s activities.
The rooms are equipped with mini-bars, blackout curtains and air-conditioning. This place also offers free breakfast. And oh yes, the rooms are also soundproof.
Located amidst apple orchards and dense Deodar forests, Himalayan Kothi Kais is an off-road and off-beat chalet in Kais village near Manali. It’s an upcoming property, which is gaining positive reviews on booking sites including Tripadvisor. This place has free parking, a badminton court and space for children’s activities.
Shri Ganga Cottages
If you are looking forward to spending some time in isolation and in nature, then this is the place for you. Located off the highway in Raison village near Manali, Shri Ganga Cottages offers wooden cottages as well as cosy rooms for your comfortable stay. Shri Ganga Cottages is also an upcoming property with positive reviews. This place offers amenities including free parking, wifi, space for children’s activities, 24-hour help desk etc.
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