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Formerly the residence of Lord Kitchener,
commander-in-Chief of the British Army, Wildflower Hall is situated an
impressive 8250 feet above sea-level. The resort is surrounded by 22 acres
of magnificent cedar and pine forests and enjoys breathtaking views of the
Greater Himalaya. All guest rooms and public areas overlook the snow-capped
mountain ranges and cedar forests. Wildflower Hall provides an opportunity
to get close to nature and experience the mystery, romance and adventure of
the Himalayas while enjoying the security, comfort and luxury of a 5-star
resort. With 87 well-appointed suites and guest rooms, restaurants, bar,
world-class spa, fitness centre, heated swimming pool and open air jacuzzi,
Wildflower Hall is on top of the world in more ways than one. The resort is
about an hour from Jubbar Hatti Airport at Shimla with regular connections
from Delhi. Guests can be met from Chandigarh, Kalka and Shimla railway
stations by resort staff in air-conditioned chauffeur driven limousines.
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ACCOMMODATION
The Oberoi Wildflower Hall total 87 elegantly appointed guestrooms and
suites offering a spectacular view over the cedar forests and mountain
ranges.
Every room has a spacious marble bathroom with separate shower and walk-in
closets and personalised butler service. 3 Executive Suites feature a
separate living room with a fireplace. In addition, the very grand Lord
Kitchener Suite has a four-poster bed in the master suite and a second
bedroom.
Guest rooms are appointed with teak floors, hand-knotted rugs and rich
furnishings which reflecting the colonial heritage of the hotel and respect
the traditional skills of local craftsmen. All rooms feature a personal bar,
satellite television and DVD player and direct dial telephones with dataport.
Three interconnecting sets of rooms are available at the resort. 24 hours
in-room dining, same day laundry and dry cleaning and 24 hour butler service
all add to the exceptional standard of services guests enjoy at Wildflower
Hall.
SERVICES & FACILITIES
The Restaurant - It has a large open-air terrace offering panoramic views
over the mountains. The menus include a varied range of Pan-Asian and
Continental dishes. Guests can dine here looking out over the most
spectacular scenery in the world.
Lutyens’ - An elegant Indian restaurant specialising in traditional Indian
cooking, Lutyens opens in the high season for dinner only.
The Cavalry Bar - The Bar is open from 12 noon to 10.00pm and offers a full
range of fine wines and spirits. Just the spot for an aperitif before
dinner.
Spa - A world class Spa opened recently at Wildflower Hall, bringing the
resort right into the top league of luxury destinations. The Oberoi Spa by
Banyan Tree offers holistic treatments based on Ayurvedic, Asian and Western
therapies to relax, rejuvenate and inspire. With tranquil views through lush
green cedar and pine forests, the Spa Pavilions offer stressed out guests a
peaceful haven in which to revitalise themselves both inside and out.
Therapies offered by trained therapists include an Aromatic Massage,
Balinese Massage, Head and Shoulder Massage, Hawaiian Massage, Thai Massage
and a Wild Lavender Scrub.
A top of the range Gym located at Spa level features Life Fitness Exercycle,
Multigym, Stepper and Treadmill machines. The heated indoor swimming pool
opens from 9am to 9pm .The fabulously sited outdoor jacuzzi is on the
terrace. Sauna and Steam rooms are also on this level.
More adventurous outdoor activities are available to make the most of the
magnificent surroundings: River rafting, Mountain Biking, Horse Riding,
Trekking, Archery, Ice Skating (in winter) and Golf (at Naldhera) can all be
arranged. In Summer, the Resort’s Tennis Court opens. Horses and Ponies are
available for hire at the Resort and must be booked in advance. The Resort
can arrange- at extra cost – transport, equipment, guides and picnic hampers
for any of these activities. Indoors there is a Card Room, a Billiards Room
and a Library with a large catalogue of books, music and DVDs.
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