Wildflower Hall Shimla in the Himalayas – An Oberoi Resort, India.

Perched at 8,250 feet within a dense forest of cedar and pine, Wildflower Hall occupies the former site of Lord Kitchener’s Victorian estate. The atmosphere leans heavily into colonial nostalgia, characterized by Burmese teak paneling, hand-knotted rugs, and crackling fireplaces that evoke a refined mountain manor. While the guest rooms are predictably plush with white marble bathrooms and personalized butler service, the real draw is the property’s relationship with the Himalayas. An open-air whirlpool offers unobstructed views of the jagged peaks, and the indoor pool is housed beneath vaulted ceilings and crystal chandeliers. Beyond the spa's Ayurvedic treatments, the resort functions as a base for high-altitude trekking and rafting on the River Sutlej. Dining takes place in a glass conservatory or on a sprawling terrace, where the thin mountain air meets classic Indian and European fare.