Hotel Asia The Dawn, Shimla ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Tara Devi, Shimla, India

Hotel Asia The Dawn offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Located near the historic Simla Ice Skating Club, it boasts the largest open-air rink with natural ice in the region. Guests can experience an elegant atmosphere complemented by luxurious amenities. The hotel is positioned conveniently, only 3 km from key attractions like Mall Road, Shimla Railway Station, and Shimla Bus Stand.

Location

Situated just 3 km from the vibrant Mall Road, the hotel is easily accessible from the Shimla Railway Station and the Shimla Bus Stand. This prime location allows guests to explore local attractions like the Himachal State Museum and Prospect Hill. The surrounding area offers opportunities for adventure sports such as skiing and horse riding, making it a strategic base for exploring Kufri and its spectacular natural beauty.

Rooms

The hotel features spacious rooms furnished with wardrobes, cable TVs, and comfortable seating areas. Certain units come with additional seating spaces for relaxation after a busy day. Each room is equipped with modern conveniences, including tea/coffee facilities and en suite bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries. Guests are provided with a warm ambiance designed to ensure utmost comfort during their stay.

Eat & Drink

The in-house Honeydew restaurant serves a variety of Indian, Continental, and Chinese dishes. Guests can choose from an à la carte or buffet menu, accommodating diverse appetites at lunch and dinner. The restaurant’s inviting atmosphere complements the delicious meals. Room service is also available for those preferring to dine in the comfort of their accommodation.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Asia The Dawn offers a games room for guests interested in billiards and table tennis. Business travelers will find the hotel's facilities suitable for various needs, including fully-equipped meeting rooms and banquet halls. The venue offers a range of conference technologies, ensuring efficient and convenient meetings. Additional services include concierge support, dry cleaning, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Super Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Mountain view

Shower

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Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

275 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Mountain view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Suite

Max:

2 persons

260 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Mountain view

Shower

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Getting around

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City Centre

Shimla 3.2 km

Airports

Simla (SLV) 16.5 km

Chandigarh (IXC) 113.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Oasis

The spa was a tranquil escape, featuring a soothing atmosphere and excellent massage services.view full review

Cozy Room

The room was incredibly cozy with a comfortable bed and fluffy pillows that ensured a great night's sleep.view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

The breakfast buffet had a delightful selection of fresh fruits and pastries, setting a perfect start to the day.view full review

Accessible and Easy

The accessible restrooms were well-designed, making it easy to navigate without any hassle.view full review

Great Facility!

The gym was well-equipped and spacious, allowing me to enjoy my workout routine comfortably.view full review

Entertainment Galore

The in-room media setup was impressive, with a large TV and multiple streaming options available.view full review

Refreshing Shower

The shower had excellent water pressure and temperature control, making for a refreshing experience.view full review

Spacious Comfort

The living area was spacious and beautifully decorated, perfect for relaxing after a long day.view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage

Sports & Fitness

Indoor tennis court

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Paid city shuttle
Free valet parking
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Newspaper service

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Business

Business centre

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Tara Devi, Shimla, India

Map view

Tara Devi, Shimla, India

City landmarks

Museum

Viceregal Lodge

3.0 km

Boileauganj to Summer Hill Near Main University

Manorville Mansion Shimla

1.3 km

National Highway-22

Vaishno Devi Temple

770 m

H P University Road

Indian Institute of Advanced Study

3.0 km

ShimlaIndia

Tara Devi Temple

2.5 km

Museum

Himachal Pradesh State Museum

1.9 km

Church

St. Andrew's Church

1.7 km

Victory Tunnel

2.9 km

Himalayan Bird Park

1.7 km

Museum

Himachal State Museum

3.0 km

Park

Darlaghat

2.1 km

Museum

The Army Heritage Museum

3.0 km

Park

Annandale Ground

2.3 km

Rxv Prospect Hill

Kamna Devi Temple

3.0 km

Tara Devi Mandir

2.7 km

Mountain

Prospect Hill

2.1 km

Baba Sahib Bhimrao Ambedkar

2.1 km

Church

Christ Church

3.8 km

Museum

Annandale Army Heritage Museum

2.9 km

Kali Bari Rd

Kali Bari Temple

3.2 km

University

Himachal Pradesh University

2.6 km

Annadale Rd

Picnics with a view

2.8 km

Arki

Laxminarayan Temple

2.9 km

The Mall

Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex

3.0 km

Chaura Maidan Road

Gurkha Gate

2.5 km

Chaura Maidan

Kingz travells world

3.0 km

Shimla District

Hanuman Temple

3.0 km

Square

The Ridge

3.8 km

State Museum

3.0 km

Nearby

National Highway-22

Vaishno Devi Temple

300 m

Restaurants

Indian Delight Restaurant

480 m

Karachi Ghati

The great urban dhaba

510 m

NH22 to INDIAN HIMALAYAN ESCAPES,Kachi Ghatti

Honey Dew Restaurant

570 m

Shimla Tara Devi Road In Hotel Asia The Dawn

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great service by Mr Kamal Deewan

Vintage bar availability

Poor room quality

Inconvenient location

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

6.4

Location

5.6

Service

9.0

Dining

6.7

John

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is located three kilometers from the main Shimla city, in the Kacchi ghati area. Mr Kamal Deewan, a Pusa and five-star trained professional from New Delhi, ensures top-notch service 24/7, including at the reopened vintage bar. The rooms have an open bathroom facing a terrace, which was a unique experience. The dining experience was decent, with sourdough bread offered upon check-in.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had an open bathroom concept facing a terrace, providing a different atmosphere. It was a bit better in terms of design compared to the corridor.

Service

9.0

The service, especially by Mr Kamal Deewan, was exceptional. The staff is well-trained and offers various amenities like room service, dry cleaning, laundry, and shuttle services.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location may not be ideal for those wanting to stay near the town, being three kilometers from the main Shimla city. However, it is in the peaceful Kacchi ghati area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fine with sourdough bread provided at check-in.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and clean. The vintage bar adds to the experience, and the free valet parking is a convenient feature.

Michael

United Kingdom, April 2024

6.2/10

The hotel is a mixed bag with some positives like great service by Mr Kamal Deewan, vintage bar availability, but it lacks in room quality and location convenience.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms have a strange setup with an open bathroom on the terrace, which leads to a foul smell. The corridor is slightly better, but overall, the room quality is not good.

Service

9.0

The service here is top-notch, especially thanks to Mr Kamal Deewan, who is trained in prestigious institutions. The vintage bar is open 24/7, offering a unique experience that adds value to your stay.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located in the Kacchi Ghati area, around 3 km from the main Shimla city. It's not very convenient if you want easy access to town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, particularly during check-in, was okay and the homemade pasta was fine.

Facilities

6.0

Great service by Mr Kamal Deewan

Poor room quality

Alex

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.4/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms, with highly courteous service; however, the open bathroom layout may not suit everyone. Despite being three km from the main Shimla city, the vintage bar is a highlight. Dining options are acceptable, while the location may not be convenient for all guests.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were good but had a foul smell, and the open bathroom layout directly onto the terrace may not be to everyone's liking.

Service

9.0

The service is highly groomed by the GM and the staff were extremely courteous, offering assistance and amenities like room service, free valet parking, and more.

Location

6.0

The hotel is situated in the Kacchi ghati area, about three km from the main Shimla city, which may not be ideal for those wanting to be near the town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was okay, with the baby back ribs being a notable item on the menu.

Facilities

8.0

The vintage bar is a great facility to spend time in, and the availability of various services like laundry, shuttle, and newspaper adds value to the stay.

Courteous Service

Foul Smell

Glen

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room was clean and comfortable, but the open bathroom concept on the terrace was a bit off-putting. The service was exceptional, especially Mr Kamal Deewan, who was available round the clock and ensured a top-notch experience. The location was not ideal being three kilometers from Shimla city, but the vintage bar being reopened added a nice touch. The dining experience was average with just okay salads. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean and comfortable, but the open bathroom on the terrace was not ideal.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, especially Mr Kamal Deewan's attention to detail and availability 24/7.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location being three kilometers from Shimla city is a downside, although the vintage bar reopening was a nice addition.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average with just okay salads.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory overall.

Henry

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.6/10

The hotel's location is not very favorable, being three kilometers from main Shimla city and not near the town. However, the service is exceptional with Mr Kamal Deewan, who is available 24/7 and ensures quality training for the staff. The dining experience was average, though the check-in process was fine. The rooms, while spacious, had a foul smell with an open bathroom leading directly to a terrace. The facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms, although spacious, had a foul smell with an open bathroom leading directly to a terrace.

Service

9.0

The service provided by Mr Kamal Deewan and the well-trained staff was exceptional.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location is not ideal, being three kilometers from main Shimla city and not near the town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was average, although the check-in process was fine.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were satisfactory.

Alec

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with friendly staff. However, the open bathroom layout might not suit everyone. The service is attentive and well-managed by Mr Kamal Deewan, providing various conveniences like room service and free valet parking. The location, although not very close to the main city, still offers a nice stay with good food available. The dining experience was okay, and the vintage bar adds character to the hotel's facilities.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are big and clean, but the open bathroom may not be to everyone's liking.

Service

9.0

The service is excellent, managed by Mr Kamal Deewan, providing 24/7 availability and reopened vintage bar.

Location

6.0

The hotel is not near the town but offers a nice stay with good food in Shimla.

Dining

7.0

The dining was fine, and the meaty pizza was enjoyable.

Facilities

8.0

Various amenities are available, and the vintage bar is a nice addition.

Edmund

United Kingdom, August 2023

7.0/10

The hotel has mixed aspects with very good rooms but a not so good location. The service stands out with well-trained staff available 24/7. The dining experience was fine. The facilities are decent.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very good with a foul-smelling open bathroom on the terrace.

Service

9.0

The service is top-notch thanks to Mr Kamal Deewan, a well-trained professional available around the clock. The vintage bar adds to the experience.

Location

5.0

The location is not ideal being three km from the main Shimla city.

Dining

6.0

The dining was okay, with a traditional shabu-shabu option.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are decent but could be improved.

Harry

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.0/10

The hotel offers a unique experience with rooms that have open bathrooms on a terrace. The room was okay, but there was a foul smell due to the open bathroom setup. The service was exceptional, with Mr Kamal Deewan's five-star training shining through in every interaction. The location, although not near the town, provides a tranquil stay. The dining experience was fine, and the vintage bar adds to the charm. Overall, a good value for the facilities offered.

Rooms

5.0

The room with an open bathroom setup on the terrace was okay but had a foul smell.

Service

9.0

The service by Mr Kamal Deewan was outstanding, and the vintage bar being reopened added to the experience.

Location

6.0

The hotel is three km from the main Shimla city, which may not be ideal for some, but the serenity is a plus point.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was acceptable, with the risotto being a highlight.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities offered were satisfactory, catering to most needs of guests.

Ernest

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers a mix of positives like friendly service and an accessible location but falls short with room amenities. The intriguing open bathroom design might not suit all guests.

Rooms

6.0

The room was okay, but the open bathroom concept directly on a terrace was a unique experience.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with extremely courteous staff who were available around the clock for any assistance. Mr Kamal Deewan's professionalism added a special touch to the stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is not ideally located near the town but offers a decent stay with a three-km distance from the main Shimla city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was reasonable, though not exceptional. Fresh seafood was a highlight during check-in.

Facilities

8.0

The vintage bar reopening and the range of available services like room service and shuttle options added value to the stay.

Nicholas

United Kingdom, June 2023

6.6/10

The hotel's location is a bit far from Shimla city but still offers a pleasant stay with nice food. The service provided by Mr Kamal Deewan, who is highly trained, is exceptional, ensuring a comfortable experience. The dining options are okay, and the vintage bar adds to the charm. However, the open bathroom setup in the rooms might not suit everyone's preferences.

Rooms

6.0

The room had a foul smell and an open bathroom setup on the terrace, which may not be ideal for all guests. The corridor was slightly better.

Service

9.0

The service, overseen by Mr Kamal Deewan, a well-trained professional, was top-notch. The vintage bar is a great spot to spend a couple of hours before dinner. The staff is attentive and fully trained.

Location

5.0

However, it offers a nice atmosphere to enjoy good food and hospitality.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average with hot and cold sandwiches, and the check-in process was fine. The options could be improved.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay, but the open bathroom concept may not be everyone's preference.