Established in 1871, the colonial-style Hotel Willow Banks enjoys beautiful views of the Shimla Valley and mountains. About 1476 feet from Christ Church and Shimla City, it has a free Wi-Fi, a sauna and hot tub. Elegant rooms all come with a cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-fridge. Some rooms have a balcony. Private bathrooms have a bathtub and hot-water showers. Certain rooms offer a spa bath. All the rooms are well ventilated, the weather of Shimla with fans keeps the ambiance comfortable. Hotel Willow Banks is located on Mall Road, a heritage non-motorable pedestrian road. Public car parking is available 1640 feet away. Porters (chargeable) assist with luggage. Guests can reach the hotel via the Govt. Tourism Elevator followed by a 100-yard level walk to the right, or alternatively, walk up the Metropole Road (slightly steep) to access the hotel’s private elevator directly to the reception. For any assistance, please contact the hotel reception. The hotel has its own pub and brewery that provides the best place to party when in Shimla. With freshly brewed beer, craft cocktails, world cuisine inspired pub food, DJ Club nights and first of its kind in India mid-air hammocks for enjoying the food and drinks while soaking in the most brilliant views of Shimla. Eighteen71 Cookhouse and bar serves Pan-Indian, Oriental and International delights along with refreshing beverages. Caf Simla Times is an all-day multi-cuisine restaurant that offers breathtaking views of Shimla. Skybar is Shimla's only rooftop bar and Hookah lounge. As part of its Wellness Zone Hotel Willow Banks now has a Jawed Habib Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon offering a full range of services like luxurious facials, stylish haircuts, relaxing pedicures and more - perfect for pampering yourself in the hills, while carrying the hallmark of quality of Jawed Habib.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Parking
- Family rooms
- 5 restaurants
- Room service
- Spa and wellness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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- CuisineChinese • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Thai • Turkish • Asian • International
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- CuisineChinese • British • Indian • Indonesian • Italian • Malaysian • Seafood • Thai • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern • Romantic
- CuisineChinese • Indian • Italian • Pizza • Local • Grill/BBQ
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- CuisineChinese • Mexican • Pizza • Thai • Asian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Open forBrunch • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
Amenities of Hotel Willow Banks, Mall Road Shimla
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Parking
- Family rooms
- 5 restaurants
- Room service
- Spa and wellness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
31st Dec 2025 New Year Gala Dinner Charges 4000 per person payable at the hotel directly at the time of check-in.
Happy Hours offer available from 2 pm - 7 pm only.