10 Indian Hotels With Iconic Views

Tenzin Chodon

The Oberoi Amarvilas Agra

Just 600 metres from the Taj Mahal, this property ensures every room faces the monument. Mughal-style gardens, fountains, and terraces frame uninterrupted views throughout the day.

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The Leela Palace Udaipur

Set on Lake Pichola, it looks straight onto the City Palace and Lake Palace. Here, visitors can expect boat arrivals, lakeside courtyards, and sweeping Aravalli views from rooms and terraces.

The Leela Palace Udaipur The Leela Palace Udaipur

JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa

Every room here opens to Himalayan foothills. Balconies, fireplaces, and a forested hillside setting make it as much about the valley views as the all-season comfort.

JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa

Tucked within Gulmarg’s pine forests, the property faces the Apharwat peaks, located 5 km from the LOC. Rooms come with balconies, and in winter, you’re right by the slopes with clear mountain views.

The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa Image credit: Instagram/@thekhyberresort

BrijRama Palace Varanasi

Right on Darbhanga Ghat, this restored palace overlooks the Ganges. From terraces and river-facing rooms, you catch daily aartis, boat traffic, and the rhythm of the ghats.

Brijrama Palace, Varanasi

The Grand Dragon Ladakh

In Leh, this hotel looks out over stark mountains and the cold desert. The property features heated rooms with Ladakhi design and provide views of the Stok range, enhancing the experience.

The Grand Dragon Ladakh @granddragonladakh/Instagram

InterContinental Marine Drive Mumbai

Along Marine Drive, the stay offers front-row views of the Arabian Sea. By evening, rooms and rooftop spaces overlook the lit curve of the Queen’s Necklace.

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Ahilya Fort Heritage Hotel

Perched above the Narmada, this former royal residence overlooks the ghats and temples. Courtyards and terraces open to river views and the historic town below.

Ahilya Fort Heritage Hotel Ahilya Fort Heritage Hotel

Great Trails Kodaikanal by GRT Hotels

Set along a ridge, it captures wide views of the Palani Hills. Glass-fronted rooms and decks are designed for mist, valley layers, and slow hill mornings.

The Great Trails Kodaikanal grthotels.com/Website

Taj Guras Kutir Resort & Spa, Gangtok

Nestled in the Pangthang forest, this property offers a boutique alpine escape with floor-to-ceiling windows, providing breathtaking 180-degree views of the majestic Kanchenjunga.

Taj Guras Kutir Resort & Spa, Gangtok Taj Guras Kutir

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