WelcomHeritage Taragarh Palace

In the Kangra Valley near Baijnath and Palampur, tucked beneath the Dhauladhar range. Minutes from Tashijong Buddhist Monastery and Khampagar Monastery, and a short drive to Baijnath Temple and Sobha Singh Art Gallery. A heritage palace hotel set among tea gardens — a family-friendly mountain retreat.

Housed in a former summer royal resort, the property blends period charm with modern comforts. There are 26 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, LCD televisions, satellite channels, coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water. Private bathrooms include designer toiletries and slippers.

Take a dip in indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, keep fit in the gym, or unwind in the spa with massage and sauna. Kids stay busy in playrooms and an arcade/game room; there’s also table tennis and a TV lounge. Wake up to crisp mountain mornings and tea-garden views.

Conference center and meeting rooms, complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, multilingual staff, luggage storage and an elevator. Free self-parking is available and valet/roundtrip airport shuttle services are offered for a surcharge. Front desk operates on limited hours.

Enjoy meals at the on-site Imperial Dining Hall, grab a drink at the bar/lounge, or order room service. The hotel highlights local cuisine and regional flavors — with tea from nearby gardens a natural accompaniment.