Choose a Vibrant Staycation or a short City Break this Holi Long Weekend with Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest independent hotel brand, representing more than 750 distinctive hotels, resorts, residences, and unique hotel groups across 85 countries. Here are a few destinations in India to consider for the upcoming long weekend to celebrate Holi.
Here is our pick of the finest member hotels for discerning Indian travellers seeking a quick break from the city or a staycation.
- Gokulam Grand Hotel & Spa, Bengalaru
A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – Lifestyle Collection.This retreat is set in the bustling metropolis of Bengaluru, in a beautiful area known as “The Garden City”. This high-end hideaway offers a stay like no other. Gokulam Grand Hotel & Spa’s 182 guestrooms and suites are adorned with stylish design and its upscale amenities include a renowned spa, outdoor pool, and a collection of on-site eateries.
Guests feel relaxed and inspired in spacious guestrooms designed with contemporary décor and upscale amenities. Guests can take a dip in the pool or relax with a sauna or massage service at the hotel’s Sohum Spa. Between the hotel’s breath-taking city views and upscale accommodations, Gokulam Grand Hotel & Spa Bangalore provides the ideal stay in southern India. One can make it a base to explore nearby city attractions such as the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru Palace, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Cubbon Park, and Iskcon Temple.
- The Raviz Kovalam, Kerala
A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – L.V.X Collection.Perched on a clifftop between two golden beaches, The Raviz Kovalam, spread across a 60 acre canvas of greenery has panoramic views over the Kovalam shoreline and the glittering Arabian Sea. Fall into step with the relaxed Keralan pace of life, with cooling dips in the infinity pool, rejuvenating paddles in the sea, and peaceful yoga sessions delivered by a master of the ancient art form. Paired with the exclusivity of a 24-hour butler — available in club rooms and suites — and the luxury of a spa, salon, and wellness center, expect nothing but bliss at The Raviz Kovalam.
India’s only clifftop beach resort brings together an impossibly rare combination of elements that offers a journey of sights, sounds and tastes. Once the summer retreat of the erstwhile Travancore royal family, the Kovalam Palace at The Raviz Kovalam is a luxuriously refurbished historical Indian castle-turned-hotel. Situated near the Infinity Pool, The Terrace is a 24-hour multi-cuisine Restaurant offering the best of Asian, European, Indian and authentic Kerala specialties.
- Avasa Hotel, Hyderabad
A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – Lifestyle Collection.Enter the gloriously luxurious Avasa Hote, Hyderabad and be transported into another world. Marvel at the futuristic display of bright colours and bold furnishings that make this space unique. Visit the beautiful Sky Lounge, dive in to the outdoor pool, relax at the spa, and revel in the luxurious, unique touches that one will find in the guestroom. Conveniently located, moments away from the tech hub of Hyderabad, so it is fitting that guests will enjoy high-tech and ultra-modern amenities.
Guests can choose to spend lazy days lounging beneath the sun at the rooftop pool, or de-stress at the beautifully appointed spa, selecting from a variety of relaxing treatments, before enjoying a lively evening at the onsite Sky Lounge at the 11th floor, overlooking the incredible, high-speed city of Hyderabad.
- The Raintree, Chennai
A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – Lifestyle Collection.Discover unparalleled comfort and style at The Raintree, Anna Salai in central Chennai, where attentive service, modern design, and spacious guestrooms combine to create a serene retreat. When it comes to dining, choose from three stylish restaurants serving the finest in Indian and international cuisine, including a relaxed rooftop aerie with sweeping views of the city. Work out at the gym, swim in the infinity pool, or indulge in the deep relaxation of a holistic spa treatment — whichever guests choose, they feel refreshed and restored.
Be reassured to find that the use of eco-friendly materials and procedures, make luxury truly sustainable. From recycled paper and a ‘no plastic’ effort, they care about every detail. The Raintree, Anna Salai has an unbeatable location in the center of the city. For recreation, the city’s stop sights — such as Marina Beach, Fort St. George, and towering Kapaleeshwarar Temple — are just a short taxi ride away.
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