Top 10 Resorts in India for a Restful Break
India has resorts for every kind of break: desert retreats in Rajasthan, beach resorts in Goa, Himalayan spa retreats, Kerala backwaters and the coffee hills of Coorg. This list of top 10 resorts in India mixes famous names with smaller places, chosen for a restful stay rather than a party. Each entry says where the resort is and what it suits best, so you can match it to your trip. We have included our own resort, Amanvana, in Coorg, Karnataka, because it is the kind of place this list is about: a 4-star resort in Kushalnagar, a short walk from the River Kaveri, with standalone 540 sq ft garden bungalows, an award-winning underground spa and riverside dining. From Bangalore it is about four and a half to five hours by car, which makes it an easy choice for a long weekend in the south.
The Top 10 Resorts in India
1. Amanbagh, Rajasthan
Amanbagh is a resort in Rajasthan. It suits travellers who want a quiet stay as part of a wider tour of the state.
2. Amanvana Spa Resort, Coorg, Karnataka
Amanvana is a 4-star resort in Coorg, in Kushalnagar, a short walk from the River Kaveri, with standalone 540 sq ft garden bungalows and the award-winning Sunken Spa. It suits families, and couples looking for a romantic resort in Coorg, about four and a half to five hours from Bangalore.
3. ITC Grand Goa Resort & Spa, Goa
ITC Grand Goa is a resort and spa in Goa. It suits a beach holiday with restaurants and a spa on site.
4. The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The Oberoi Cecil is a hotel in Shimla. It suits a hill-station break in the Himalayan foothills.
5. Ananda Spa Resort, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Ananda is a spa resort near Rishikesh, above the Ganges valley. It suits a wellness retreat.
6. Kumarakom Lake Resort, Kerala
Kumarakom Lake Resort is in Kerala's backwater country. It suits a slow stay by the lake.
7. The Tree House Resort, Jaipur, Rajasthan
The Tree House Resort is an eco-resort near Jaipur in the Aravalli hills. It suits a short break from the city.
8. Bonjour Bonheur Ocean Spray, Pondicherry
Ocean Spray is a resort in Pondicherry. It suits a coastal break with time by the sea.
9. Della Adventure Resorts, Lonavala, Maharashtra
Della is a resort in Lonavala known for adventure activities. It suits an active weekend.
10. Heritage Village Resort & Spa
Heritage Village is a resort with gardens and a spa. It suits a relaxed stay built around spa treatments.
Questions About the Best Resorts in India
Which is the best resort in India for a quiet holiday?
It depends on the landscape you want. Rishikesh suits a Himalayan spa retreat, Kerala's backwaters suit slow lake stays, and Coorg suits coffee hills and rivers. In Coorg, Amanvana offers private garden bungalows near the River Kaveri and the award-winning Sunken Spa.
Which resort in South India is good for a short break from Bangalore?
Coorg is one of the easiest hill escapes from Bangalore, about 230 km away. Amanvana in Kushalnagar is the first part of Coorg you reach, a drive of four and a half to five hours, with private bungalows, a spa and river activities.
When is the best time to visit resorts in South India?
October to March is cool and mostly dry across most of South India, including Coorg. The monsoon, from June to September, is green and quiet with fuller waterfalls, but expect rain on most days, slower roads and some trails closed.
Is Amanvana a 5-star resort?
No. Amanvana is a 4-star resort in Coorg, Karnataka. Guests stay in private 540 sq ft garden bungalows with lotus pond courtyards and sunken stone bathtubs, with the award-winning Sunken Spa, the Rainbow Room by the river and 24-hour in-room dining.