dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, the first Dusit-branded hotel in India, makes its debut in the Himalayas

Outside Thailand, Dusit Hotels and Resorts has officially re-entered India with the opening of dusitD2 Fagu, Shimla, which welcomed its first guests on 15 December 2024.

Set amidst the majestic Himalayas, just 20 kilometres from Shimla—the capital and largest city of Himachal Pradesh—dusitD2 Fagu offers a serene escape for luxury travellers, health enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike.

The upscale retreat features 80 elegantly designed guestrooms, ranging from 38 to 86 square metres, all with breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Guests can enjoy a variety of facilities, including the region's largest temperature-controlled swimming pool and the signature Namm Spa, which offers authentic Thai massage therapies and wellness treatments.

The hotel is also set to become a premier venue for events, with versatile function spaces including the region's largest banquet hall, an expansive terrace lawn, and the only outdoor amphitheatre in the area.

Dining options include Dusit Gourmet, which serves a variety of international dishes for all-day dining, and SOI, specialising in authentic Thai and Pan-Asian cuisine.

Shimla Airport is just an 80-minute drive away, while Chandigarh Airport, with daily flights from major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore, is reachable in four-and-a-half hours. The hotel is also only 18 kilometres from Kalka Railway Station, seven kilometres from Kufri, and 133 kilometres from Chandigarh.

Guests at dusitD2 Fagu can easily explore nearby attractions such as Mahasu Peak, which offers breathtaking views of the Badrinath and Kedarnath ranges, and the UNESCO-listed Shimla-Kalka Toy Train, a narrow-gauge railway that traverses a stunning mountainous route from Kalka to Shimla.

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