• The majestic Himalayas.thamserku, himalaya image by Andreas Blakkolb from Fotolia.com
  
  One of the most popular hill stations in India, Mussoorie isn't known as the Queen of the Hills for nothing. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Mussoorie offers the breathtaking spectacle of the majestic snow-capped mountains in the northeast, as well as panoramic views of the Doon Valley and the beautiful city of Dehradun. Barely an hour's drive from Dehradun, the last rail-head, and five hours' drive from Delhi by road, Missoorie is easily accessible by rail or by road and makes the perfect getaway for leisure and weekend tourists. While hotels in Mussoorie are a dime a dozen, only a few make the cut as the hill station's best. Whether it's luxurious comfort or warm hospitality, these five-star hotels have the very best to offer.
  
  

Jaypee Residency Manor

• Located on a beautiful hill top and spread over nine acres of lush greenery, Jaypee Residency Manor's well appointed rooms offer stunning views of the majestic Himalayas. One of the finest five-star hotels in Mussoorie, it features all modern amenities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, fitness center, jogging track, spa with sauna and steam, bowling alley, skating rink, pool tables and children's library. The lounge, cafe and multi-cuisine restaurant serve the finest in Indian and continental cuisines and offer a selection of the best wine and liquors.
  
  Jaypee Residency Manor
  Barlowganj
  Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, India 248122
  +91 11 2614 8800
  jaypeehotels.com
  
  

Fortune Resort Grace

• Picturesque view of the Doon Valley.swiss valley image by Stephanie Sterling from Fotolia.com
  
  Offering a beautiful view of the Doon valley, the Fortune Resort Grace is spread over 32 acres on a pine-covered hill slope. Done up in contemporary decor, all the 74 rooms come equipped with modern amenities like high speed Internet access, 32-inch LCD televisions and electronic safes. The beautiful five-star resort also features a business center, banquet hall, foreign currency exchange, babysitting facilities, gymnasium and a recreational center with pool tables and a kids' play zone. Multi-cuisine restaurants and a contemporary lounge offer an array of fine cuisines and a selection of the finest wines and spirits.
  
  Fortune Resort Grace
  Library Bazaar, Gandhi Chowk
  Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, India 248179
  +91 135 2632 934, +91 135 2630 434
  fortunehotels.in
  
  

The Claridges Nabha Residence

• Once the summer residence of the erstwhile Maharaja of Nabha, The Claridges Nabha Residence is surrounded by 13.5 acres of cedar forests and perched on a lush green hill top. With its wide, wrap-around verandas and distinctly Victorian architecture reminiscent of the colonial era, this five-star hotel offers 22 deluxe or duplex rooms, each with a breathtaking view of the cedar forest. Wireless Internet connection, television with satellite channels, DVD player and attentive room service ensure optimum comfort for the leisure tourist, while the large board rooms with all modern amenities are sure to be a big draw for the business traveler. The hotel features an all-day restaurant serving an array of Indian and continental cuisines, a well-stocked bar, and an impressive library for those who want to cuddle up with a good book.
  
  The Claridges Nabha Residence
  Airfield, Barlowgunj
  Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, India 248 179
  +91 135 2631 426, +91 135 2631 427
  claridges-hotels.com