Heritage Room at Palace In Shimla

One of the best heritage Palace in Shimla, Our Palace boasts of a wonderful charm of British Aristocracy and colonial feel. The property used to be the venue of gala evenings and tea parties. The former summer residence of the Raja Rana of Jubbal, this heritage property today offers a memorable stay, amid all modern comforts and facilities. The rooms and suites have a wonderful décor inspired from 1930's art deco, and come well-equipped. The space The Palace is the former summer residence of the Raja Rana of Jubbal, a pre-independence kingdom of the Shimla Hill States. Woodville Palace, with its Heritage Raj appeal, its touch of royalty and romance, a sporting ground for nature in the lap of the Himalayas and its vintage ambience and classic luxury in amalgamation with state-of-the-art hospitality. Placed amid deodar pine forest, Woodville Palace looks wonderful with the Himalayas in the background. The first recorded owner of this property was William Rose Mansfield, Commander-in-chief of the Imperial British Army. The paperwork says that on 2nd Feb 1866, he purchased this property from Major-General Sir Arthur Milford Beecher for a sum of Rs 22000. After that, it turned into the official summer residence of the Commander-in-Chiefs of India. Then in 1876, the property was bought by Mrs. Henrietta Ruth Maria Alexander, who leased the property for a span of 6 years to the Commanders-in-Chief of India. After spending 5 years here, General Sir Frederick Paul Haines handed over the property General Sir Donald Martin Stewart. However, in 1882, he shifted to Snowdon, which then became the official Commander -in-Chief's residence in Shimla till 1947. Palace was then sold by Mrs. Alexander to Mrs. Eliza Maria Walker, wife of Sir James Lewis Walker, who was the first Manager and then the Chairman of the Alliance Bank of Shimla. Till her death, the property was in the hands of Mrs. Walker, which then came in the hands of her husband. Till 1919, the property was with Sir Walker and then sold to the Alliance Bank of Shimla for Rs 125,000. After its closure, as a part of liquidation of its assets, the bank had put the property on sale after 1923, after its closure. In 1926, Woodville got its new owner in the form of His Highness Maharaja Sir Bhagvat Singh, of Gondal State, Gujrat, Western India. He paid a sum of Rs 1, 50,000. He gifted this palace to Rani Leila Ba of Jubbal, his daughter, in 1930. For 12 years the property was unoccupied then in 1938, it was demolished by Raja Rana of Jubbal State Sir Bhagat Chand. He then turned this Victorian property into a stunning summer palace by putting-in a sum of Rs 5000,000. The place was the residence of the Jubbal royal family till 1977, which was then converted into a heritage hotel by his grandson, Raj Kumar Uday Singh. Step into Woodville Palace Hotel and be transported to a by gone era when Shimla was the summer capital of the Raj and British Socialites mingled at tea parties and gala evenings with Indian Aristocracy. The Palace is the former summer residence of the Raja Rana of Jubbal, a pre-independence kingdom of the Shimla Hill States. The only Palace Hotel in Shimla, this heritage property is owned and managed privately by the decedents of the Jubbal Royal family who seek to give travelers an experiential travel experience not on offer at a typical chain hotel. Each room has it's own individual character and is inspired by the 1930's art deco era and personal artefacts of the family including a large number of photographs of Indian Royalty. Nestled in 4 acres of greenery, Palace Hotel is an oasis within the city limits, a comfortable stroll from the main Mall Road. Guest access Award-winning restaurant Meeting facilities Concierge services Complimentary Wi-Fi Access to Lawns and Gardens Sweeping city views Fine art collection Complimentary bottled water Pet-friendly accommodation Other things to note Event Planning Palace offers a truly regal style for conventions, meetings and celebrations in Shimla. The banquet spaces are spacious and versatile. Pre-function areas can be put to good use to extend the space available to delegates. At some venues, the guests can move out to the courtyard and enjoy the open air greenery. The meeting rooms are ideal for high-powered meetings, offering privacy, efficiency and complete business services. The ballroom is pillar-less. Customization is key and the team dedicated to each event will ensure that every detail is taken care of. Weddings Weddings at Woodville Palace can be majestic, royal, classily contemporary, intimate and everything in between. Offering a diverse set of venues – both indoors and outdoors – each hotel specializes in conceptualizing, designing and crafting the perfect wedding. For memorable destination weddings, the hosts can choose between beach resorts, palatial retreats, mountain getaways, desert forts, colonial mansions and more. The variety is unparalleled and so are the venues. Whether it is a large gathering or an intimate one, the hospitality is equally lavish. The décor is stunning, thematic and customizable, while the award-winning cuisines will win appreciation in every quarter. The latest audio-visual and technical support are fully available. The happiest memories are made of this