Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla, The Mall Road
Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla is a 4-star IHG Hotels & Resorts property in the The Mall Road area of Shimla. Typically ₹6,000–₹12,600/night. Live availability and exact rates are confirmed at booking.
Live rates and availability confirmed at booking. All prices indicative — updated June 2026.
Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla — quick facts
- Category: 4-Star hotel
- Price: Typically ₹6,000–₹12,600/night
- Check-in / out: 14:00 / 12:00
- Rooms: 70
- Distance to SLV airport: 20 km (~45 min by car)
The Hotel in Brief
Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla is operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts as a 4-star midscale property in The Mall Road, one of Shimla's established hotel and business areas. As with every Holiday Inn property, guests can expect swimming pool, restaurant, gym as standard, alongside the brand's typical service level for its tier. Exact room count, floor plan and any recent renovation date vary by property — confirm current specifics with the hotel directly or at booking.
Holiday Inn is one of IHG Hotels & Resorts's recognised hotel brands in India, positioned at the midscale tier. That positioning is a useful shorthand for what to expect: guests choosing a Holiday Inn property are choosing a consistent, brand-standard level of service and facilities over a one-off independent hotel, which is often the main reason business and repeat leisure travellers default to a known chain in an unfamiliar city like Shimla.
Airport Distance & Transfers
Getting to this hotel: the nearest airport, Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (SLV), is about 20 km from The Mall Road (~45 min drive, depending on traffic). The Mall Road itself is well served by local transport for getting around Shimla, whether that's a metro line, city buses, or ride-hailing apps.
Shimla traffic patterns mean the quoted drive time is an off-peak estimate; during rush hour (roughly 8–10am and 6–9pm on weekdays) journeys can run noticeably longer. Pre-booking an airport transfer or building in buffer time is worth doing if you have a flight to catch, especially for an early-morning departure.
Available Room Types
Holiday Inn's room lineup here follows the brand's usual structure — Standard, Deluxe, Suite — rather than a one-off layout unique to this property. Standard inclusions across categories run to swimming pool, restaurant, gym, free wifi, per IHG Hotels & Resorts's 4-star brand spec; specific floor, view or bedding requests are best confirmed with the property when booking, since these details are set at the property level, not the brand level.
Moving up the category ladder with Holiday Inn typically buys more space and small comforts — a better floor, turndown service, a proper work desk — rather than a different core experience. WiFi, TV, an en-suite bathroom and daily housekeeping hold steady across every room type; anything beyond that (an accessible room, a specific bed configuration) is worth confirming directly rather than guessing from the category name.
Where to Eat On-Site
Guests can generally expect all-day dining restaurant and bar at this Holiday Inn property, in line with the brand's standard dining offering. As with most chain hotels, the exact names and hours of these outlets are property-specific and can shift between renovations or seasons, so confirming with the hotel directly (or at check-in) is the reliable way to know what's currently open.
At this tier, on-site dining tends to be functional rather than destination-worthy — reliable for breakfast and a convenient dinner, with plenty of independent restaurant options typically available nearby in most Indian cities for guests who want more variety. If room service matters for your stay, check its current availability and hours with the property.
Traveller Suitability
Who tends to book this property: travellers looking for business travel, family stays, weekend leisure, drawn by the 4-star standard and the The Mall Road address. Its The Mall Road location suits travellers whose plans are centred on that part of Shimla.
Guests at this tier are typically prioritising reliable basics — a clean, consistent room and straightforward service — over extensive on-site facilities. If you specifically want a pool, spa or multiple dining venues, an upscale or luxury-tier property nearby may be a better match.
Booking Process & Rates
Typically ₹6,000–₹12,600/night. Live availability and the exact confirmed rate are shown at booking — prices vary by date, room category and how far ahead you book, same as any hotel. FlightGPT's HotelGPT search takes a plain-English description of what you're after (dates, budget, area) and returns live rates for this property plus comparable options nearby, rather than requiring a form full of filters.
As with any hotel, rates typically rise around local festivals, major conferences or peak tourist season in Shimla, and drop in the off-season or on weekdays versus weekends for business-oriented cities. Advance booking usually widens the room-category choice compared with a last-minute search — though occasionally a last-minute rate undercuts advance pricing when a property has low occupancy, so it's worth comparing live rather than assuming either direction holds.
Cancellation policies, deposit requirements and any advance-purchase discount vary by rate plan and are shown clearly before you confirm a booking — a flexible (fully refundable) rate typically costs more than a non-refundable advance-purchase rate for the same room. If your travel dates are firm, the non-refundable option is usually the better value; if there's any chance of a change, the small extra cost of a flexible rate is often worth it.
Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla — room types
| Room | What you get |
| Standard | |
| Deluxe | |
| Suite | |
Dining at Holiday Inn, The Mall Road, Shimla
| Outlet | Cuisine / type |
| All-day dining restaurant | |
| Bar | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What star category is Holiday Inn The Mall Road?
It's a 4-star midscale property, operated by IHG Hotels & Resorts.
How far is this hotel from the airport?
Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (SLV) is roughly 20 km away — about 45 minutes by road, depending on traffic.
What amenities does this hotel have?
Typical Holiday Inn amenities include Swimming Pool, Restaurant, Gym, Free WiFi, Business Center — confirm the exact, current list with the property, since offerings can change.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is 14:00 and check-out is 12:00. Early check-in or late check-out may be available on request, subject to availability.
What is the price range for a night here?
Typically ₹6,000–₹12,600/night. This is an indicative band, not a live price — exact rates depend on date, room type and demand, and are confirmed at booking.
Does this hotel have a restaurant?
As a Holiday Inn property, on-site dining typically includes all-day dining restaurant and bar; confirm what's currently open directly with the hotel.
Who is this hotel best suited for?
Business travel, Family stays, Weekend leisure — typical for a 4-star midscale hotel in The Mall Road, Shimla.
Is this hotel's rating verified?
We don't publish a star or review rating unless it comes from a sourced, attributable review platform. Check the property's own listing or a review site directly for current guest ratings.