Aamod Resort – Shoghi Himachal Pradesh

Experience the epitome of relaxation and quality time with friends and family at Aamod Cottages Shimla. Our cottages offer the perfect ambiance amidst nature, making us one of the best resorts in Shimla. Located slightly away from the city center, our retreat strikes the ideal balance between tranquility and accessibility. Designed with your comfort in mind, our cottages provide a cozy haven with enchanting views of snow-clad mountains.

As a property that offers both comfort and affordability, we proudly stand as one of the most comfortable 4-star hotels you’ll find in Shimla. When you choose to stay at Aamod Cottages Shimla, whether for a vacation or a short business trip, you can count on a comfortable and hassle-free experience. Our cottages cater to a diverse range of guests, and we take immense pride in being among the best cottages Shimla has to offer.

Following the resounding success of our resort franchises in Dalhousie and Dharamshala, we’ve taken our unmatched hospitality to Shimla. Nestled in the heart of this charming hill station, our resort operates seamlessly thanks to our dedicated team of employees and staff. We’re committed to creating a comfortable, exciting, and memorable experience throughout your stay in Shimla. Whether it’s luxurious rooms, world-class amenities, or an elegant dining experience at Aamod, you’re in for the time of your life.

At Aamod, we’ve thoughtfully arranged everything for a joyous honeymoon or a memorable birthday celebration in Shimla. So, if you’re planning a visit to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, in the near future, don’t forget to contact us to book your stay at Aamod Cottages Shimla. We’re ready to make your time in town truly unforgettable!

Stay at Aamod Shoghi

Aamod which means ‘joy’ in Sanskrit lives up to its name. The resort is primarily spread across mountain slopes and mountain tops. Accommodation is in cute little cottages, both single and double with enough privacy around. While traveling in groups, you also have the option of staying in cottage clusters.

This unique concept of accommodation in Shimla is targeted at those who are exhausted with concrete jungles in cities and love to stay closer to nature without compromising on quality and comfort. Pioneering a tradition in hospitality Aamod at Shoghi offers the best of stay that has locational advantages as well as services. Our cottages near Shimla are set amidst dense forest of oak and deodar trees. Interior furnishings exude a warm and jungle ambience – simple yet stylish and elegant.

There are little things that’ll delight you besides the rustic ambience of your cottage. The sun set atop the mountain, the view from the spa, the stars in the night and the sun peeping through the trees into your windows. When you really need to get away, this is the perfect furlough. At night, you are bound to sleep well listening to the sounds of the forest.

Deluxe Cottage

The  pre-fabricated Deluxe cottages in Shimla (approximately 300-350 sq ft each, including a large private sit-out and en-suite), have a natural exterior combined with a simple yet elegant interior. Elegant wooden ceiling with bedside hanging lights complete the look. Besides its layout, the aesthetically designed Sheesham wood furniture provides luxury and comfort. The Sofa-cum-bed in cottage converts into a large single bed (4 feet width) in few rooms and double-bed in other rooms, if required.

Super Deluxe Cottage

Set amid the stunning beauty of oak and deodar forest scenery, our accommodation in Shimla includes  Super Deluxe Cottages (approximately 350 sq ft each, including a large private sit-out and en-suite) which are designed with a pleasing ambience to redefine the art of fine living. Comfort and Luxury come together in perfect balance with nature. The cottages feature Sheesham wood furniture, silk furnishings & cotton linen to create a warm ambience. The gracious elegance of the decor combined with the personalized service makes for a memorable experience. The Sofa-cum-bed in cottage converts into a large single bed (6 feet width) and double bed in other cottages, if required.

Villa

Overlooking the forest & the resort, is Family Villa cottage (approximately 1500 sq ft each, including 2 large private sit-outs each and en-suites) each a combination of three bedrooms with seperate doors, where each room has separate en-suite facilities and a large private sit-out, on a wooden deck surrounded by trees, where you can enjoy a private moment with nature. One bedroom is 600 sqft with a personal private terrace  has a king size double bed and a proper living area. Family Villa cottage in Shimla can accommodate 6 – 8 adults. Once inside, sink into a comfortable bed or choose to relax at a cozy sitting area. Special Butler service can be offered at additional request for the villa guest.

Family Deluxe Cottage

Situated on the hill is the Family Deluxe Cottage (approximately 900 sq ft, including a 150 sq ft private sit-out deck and en-suites) comprising of two large bedrooms with separate en-suite facilities and a living room in between with attached washroom. Both the bedrooms have King size double bed. This Shimla cottage has large private sit outs on both the sides where you can relax and enjoy your private moments.

Cottage Amenities in our Shimla accommodation:

• King-size bed with Spring Mattress
• Cotton bed sheets, duvets and pillows
• LCD TV with D2H Service
• DVD player (on request)
• Tea Coffee maker
• Private sit-out with forest views
• Sofa bed (either single or double in few cottage)
• Washroom with shower cubicle
• Bathroom amenities and hairdryer (on request)
• Thick Bath towels & Hand Towels
• Room Heater
• Intercom Facility
• Fridge and mini bar
• Hot and Cold water

Sightseeing in Shimla

Come to Aamod and change your perception of sightseeing in Shimla forever! With a plethora of local sightseeing places in Shimla, you will not have a single moment to spare! From the Mall road in Shimla to State museum and Tara Devi temple, Shimla is dotted with exciting options to visit. Following is an exhaustive list of tourist places in Shimla and around:

The Mall: The Mall, like most hill stations in North India, is the main shopping centre of Shimla. It is the best market for the handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh. Woolen and pashmina shawls, decorative items, handmade shoes, dolls, woolen caps, carved wooden sticks, toys and other items made from wood are on sale in the Lakkar Bazar. Tibetan jewelry and trinkets are found in the small Tibetan shops near the Ridge. Situated on the Ridge is Christ Church, which is the second oldest church in Northern India. It has a very majestic appearance and inside there are stained glass windows which represent faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience and humility. The entire place becomes breathtakingly romantic in the evening offering wonderful views of the lit-up city below. You can laze around the Mall and spend some intimate moments with close ones.

Jakhu Hill: At a height of 8000 ft, Jakhu Hill is the highest peak and offers a beautiful view of the town and of the snow-covered Himalayas. At the top of the Hill, is an old temple, which is also the home of countless playful monkeys waiting to be fed by all visitors. It is built in the Nagari style with a tiled roof. The temple at the centre of a group of sculpted stones shrines overlooks the river and offers good views. Inside the temple, Lord Shiva has been depicted as the lord of the three worlds; at the Panchvakhra, he has five faces, expressing his five aspects.

Himachal State Museum: The Museum, which was opened in 1974, has tried to project hill-out and the cultural wealth of the state. Art objects in the Museum collection are mostly related to art, archaeology and cultural anthropology of Himachal and other states of India. At present, Museum has about 9000 objects in its collection. At the outset, Museum started with four galleries. Since then more galleries have been added. These galleries pertain to pre- historic, Indian archaeology, woodcarvings, Himachal archaeology, pahari miniature paintings, monuments& photographs, Rajasthan paintings, bronzes, numismatic, arms gallery, Gandhi gallery, philatelic, anthropological, contemporary art & wall paintings gallery. In addition to these galleries’ museum has one exhibition hall for arranging the exhibition and other museum activities.

Indian Institute of Advanced Studies: This institute is housed in the Viceregal Lodge, which was built in 1884-88 during the British times. It has spacious gardens and is ringed by beautiful pine trees. All is calm and serene just the right atmosphere for a student of literature or politics.

Annandale: Developed as the playground of Shimla, Annandale is 2-4 kms from the Ridge at a height of 6,117 ft. It is a favourite spot for cricket, picnics and the princely game of polo. An army golf course is also located here.

Kalyani Helipad: Situated near chharabra is located on a hill top surrounded by towering deodar trees & lush green forest offering a spectacular panoramic view of vast valleys on three sides.

Mashobra: Mashobra has several excellent picnic-spots & offers ideal walks amidst oak and pine trees. It is also the site of the annual Sipi fair in June.

Tara Devi: Tara Devi has a temple dedicated to the goddess of stars on top of the hill. There is a military Dairy Town here as well as the headquarters of Bharat Scouts and Guides. At a height of 6,070 ft. Tara Devi is an ideal place for a person wanting peace and some rest.

Craignano: This is another beautiful spot a little ahead of Mashobra. It’s a municipal corporation rest house with green lawns full of flowers and a nice picnic spot.

Naldehra: Under a skyline etched with conifers, Naldehra offers a well-groomed nine-hole Golf course; designed by Lord Curzon undulating hills and giant deodars, make it a unique spot for picnics.

Tattapani: Situated on the bank of river Sutlej is well known for its hot springs. River rafting commencing from Chaba terminates here.

Kufri: 16 kms ahead of Shimla at a height of 8,600 feet, Kufri is the winter sports capital. The skiing season is at its best during January and February. Apart from skiing, Kufri is a lovely picnic spot with a beautiful view of the hills around and the snowy peaks. There is also a zoo that delights children.

Fagu: Fagu (near Kufri) is a vantage point on national highway with a panoramic view of ranges and valleys. It serves as a good base for exploring the nearby countryside which is flooded with orchards and forests.

Jatoli Shiv Temple: This is a very old temple and every year an annual fair is organised here on the occasion of Mahashivratri, which makes it a must-see place, just 6-kms away from Solan.

Bon Monastery (Yung Drung Ling): 12-kms from Solan, this monastery is the second oldest monastery in the world after the one present in Tibet.

Chail: It combines the charm and beauty of a remote and peaceful mountain resort with the splendor and elegance of a princely reserve. Chail was the summer capital of the Maharaja of Patiala before Independence. The verdant forests around Chail are alive with many species of birds and deer.

Barog: A verdant place of considerable scenic charm and beauty affording extensive views of high mountains stretching range after range and valleys swooping down the Haryana and Punjab plains.

Kasauli: It is charming and quiet; an ideal place for those in search of peace and relaxation. Kasauli is known for dainty English cottages set in flower laden gardens.

Arki: Once the capital of princely state of Baghal, Arki has experienced many historical events from time to time. It also had been a centre of miniature paintings & famous for Ast Nayika Frescos executed in the Arki Kalam

Jabli: It provides joy ride on a tram (rope way trolley) from Jabli to Nandoh near Kasauli covering a distance of more than 1200 metre through pine forests & picturesque surroundings is exciting & refreshing.

The Backwoods  – Multi Cuisine Live Restaurant

Who would want to be trapped indoors when in serene environs of a thick forest? From spaghetti bolognese to subz biryani, pamper your taste buds reveling in your surroundings. Spark your personal life and experiment with us to dine under the star sprinkled sky or on the edge of the mountain. At Aamod, you find a place, we’ll serve you there. We pride in our hospitality and our team will do their absolute best to make you happy. You don’t have to take eyes off your favorite view even for a minute.

Guests can also choose from an extensive selection of mocktails, smoothies and energy drinks from  our Bar and can carry them straight into the jungle.

Kitty parties / social gatherings / anniversaries are life’s small pockets of sunshine. Celebrations can be more special if they are away from home but with loved ones around. So, this time, plan a special and unique event for your friends & family at Aamod, and gift them sweet memories for a lifetime.

Explore at Aamod Shoghi

Holidays are also about exploring. At Aamod, we offer the most extensive range of adventure activities in Shimla. Our exhaustive options of exploration will tire you but never disappoint you.

We at Aamod provide the best trekking in Shimla. From wholesome experience of trekking to safety, we excel at everything we undertake. Your safety is of utmost importance to us.

Trekking at Aamod is combined with your choice of accompaniments for food and beverages to make it even more fun – packed lunches, hot meals, snacks – you decide, give us some advance notice and we will set it up for you, along the trails, on a meadow in the forest (sorry, can’t help it we are incorrigible foodies.)

Afterall, “Chotti Chotti Khushian” – that’s our motto.

“Good Times” – Our Recreation Centre: Find the recreation cottage nestled next to the Reception to discover a host of indoor activities, video games and board games (Monopoly, Scrabble, Life, Cluedo, Playing Cards, Chess, Ludo, Chinese Checkers ….) to choose from. Or if it is Carom, Archery, Table Tennis or even Basket Ball, we have it for you. Find a book from the collection in our well stocked library. Or rent a DVD and DVD player from the Reception to enjoy an old classic. Try your singing skills with our Karaoke system or play Tambola and other games organised by our team from time to time or on request. Contact our Front Desk for more details.

Nature Trails: We want to revive the simple joys of walking in the woods with families – things we all used to do as kids with our parents and grandparents, but have seem to lost them along the way with our busy modern urban lives. Nothing grand – just simple nature walks, spotting several species of flora and fauna (birds, barking deer, mountain goats, and who knows … the occasional leopard). The grandeur comes from the dense forests and magnificent views of the mountains and valleys. Or get bolder – experience the woods at night, with a guide of course. We will supply you with torch lights (and of course local stories to add to the fun and games!!!). And as we said, our restaurant team can set-up delicious picnic meals (you decide how extensive and where) along the way – “Chotti Chotti Khushian”.

There are several walking trails of varying difficulty and duration – 1-2 hours, half day, full day, night walks, walks along the World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Train track with its tunnels, bridges. We could even do overnight trips. We have indicated and described a sample set for you at the end. Our Activity and Restaurant team will only be delighted to speak with you, understand your requirements, give you the ideas and then tailor the whole experience as per your taste.

Camping: Camping within the resort or out in the woods. Just a fun evening exercise to set up camp, cook a camp meal, and learn about jungle survival or actually camp overnight (with sleeping bags etc.), you choose and we will organise it.

Orienteering: Fancy finding your way around the mountains, with some clues, maps, a compass – of course with guides by your side (mostly silent spectators, but will make sure you don’t wander too much off track). You will be dropped off at a starting point and given torches and compass. Your mission is to reach back to Aamod resort within the specified time. We can set a course anywhere from 20 minutes to half a day. This is great fun whether you are a family group or a corporate group. Compete against the clock or against other teams.

Mountain Biking: Explore the tracks around Aamod on a mountain bike. Several different routes, from simple to tough, mostly flat to all the way down to the nearby river (and back up, if you want to push yourself more). Helmets, knee pads etc. – you will have it all. And of course, the food options.

Sample of Additional Group Games/Team Building Activities

Hangman: Time bound activity for a group for 10 minutes per team, including briefing and set-up time. One of the team members is hung from a tall tree with the help of a rope and other equipment so that his body is horizontal, but upside-down. Other team members have to control the hangman with the help of additional ropes connected to the Hangman, which can move him around horizontally and/or change his direction/orientation. The Hangman, with the help of his team mates, has to collect various articles placed on the ground in a circle and place them correctly in to various buckets kept outside the circle. Each item has points attached to it (negative if placed in the wrong bucket). The more that you collect and place correctly within the specified time, the more points your team makes. Planning your strategy and good execution – both are important – and of course having lots of fun.

Sinking Island: This activity requires around 10-15 minutes + briefing time. The group is divided into 3 teams each with some attributed disability – one team is blind, one deaf and one dumb. They have all been told that they are on an island which is going to drown within 10 minutes and they have to help each other and avoid drowning and escape from the sinking island, with the help of 6 golden plates which cannot drown.

Blind Man Walking: Here we divide the group into 2 person teams, with one member blindfolded and the other leading/helping the blindfolded person to walk properly through a selected jungle trail. Lots of fun as each team/personality type, has their own way of leading the other and/or following their partner, requiring a lot of trust on the partner/mentor who is helping you walk through some rough terrain

Trust Fall: Imagine falling backward (often blindfolded) from a certain height and depending upon or trusting your other team-mates who are standing down to hold you when you fall. Leap of faith? Quite literally, as you have to place trust in your team mates to ensure your safety.

Running Marbles: Split the group into 2 or more teams where each team is provided with a glass on both sides of the marked area, with marbles in one of them and pipe pieces split into half to roll down the marbles. The objective is to transfer as many marbles as possible from one side to the other within the specified time, by making it travel across the pipes. Since the pipes are limited, you have to keep transferring the pipes downstream as the marbles travel onwards. Any marbles falling down have to be returned to the starting point – tough luck! Requires skill and patience and teamwork – can’t do it alone!