Hotel Willow Banks, Mall Road Shimla

Heritage hotel on Mall Road with Shimla's only rooftop bar and an in-house microbrewery

Rooms & Views

Hotel Willow Banks offers rooms with private balconies overlooking the Shimla Valley and mountains. Some rooms include a spa bath and a bathtub, while premium rooms on higher floors provide the best views. The colonial-style building, established in 1871, features spacious rooms with tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-fridge.

Dining & Brewery

The hotel operates five dining venues, including Eighteen71 Cookhouse and bar serving Pan-Indian, Oriental and International cuisine. Café Simla Times is a multi-cuisine restaurant offering views of Shimla. The Shimla Brewing Company is an on-site brewery producing craft beers, mango and apple cider, with mid-air hammocks for dining.

SkyBar & Nightlife

SkyBar is Shimla's only rooftop bar and Hookah lounge, offering 360-degree views of the city. The hotel also has a pub and nightclub with DJ Club nights and freshly brewed beer. The Shimla Brewing Company features indoor and rooftop seating with the SkyBar.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel's Wellness Zone includes a spa offering treatments combining Ayurveda and modern techniques, along with a sauna and hot tub. The Jawed Habib Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon provides facials, haircuts, and pedicures. Guests can also use the on-site gymnasium.

Location & Accessibility

Willow Banks is located on Mall Road, a heritage pedestrian street, 1500 ft from Christ Church and the Ridge. Guests access the hotel via a private lift from Metropole Road or the Tourism Lift, with porters available for luggage from the parking area. The hotel is close to Jakhoo Temple, Viceregal Lodge, and the Mall Road shopping district.

• Location: Mall Road, 1500 ft from Christ Church and Ridge
• Rooms: Private balconies with Shimla Valley views
• Dining: 5 venues including Eighteen71 and Café Simla Times
• Wellness: Spa, sauna, hot tub, and Jawed Habib salon
• Family: Exclusive kiddie activities and facilities
• Nightlife: Shimla's only rooftop bar (SkyBar) and on-site brewery