Palace has an impressive history dating right back to 1866 when Sir William Mansfield, Commander-in-Chief of the Imperial Army became the first resident of this charming and picturesque estate. It was later acquired by His Highness Maharaja Bhagvat Sinh of Gondal State in Western Indian as a gift for his daughter, Rani Leila Ba of Jubbal State. Her husband, Raja Rana Sir Bhagat Chand tore down the old structure and constructed a new building in 1938. Hundreds of expert artisans were commissioned to ensure the highest quality of craftsmanship. Rajkumar Uday Singh, grandson of the Raja Sahib opened a part of the mansion as a small hotel in April, 1977. Today, the palace is one of the classiest places to stay in Shimla.

Located at 7000 feet near the heart of Shimla, the ‘Queen of The Hills ', Woodville Palace is the Kohinoor on this queen’s crown. Stepping into the impeccable Woodville Palace of the Royal family of Jubbal is like stepping into a time machine where one is transported to the British Raj of the 1930’s. The palace is adorned with multi level rose gardens and lawns. It is also considered a gateway to lesser-known and equally spectacular hill stations of Kufri and Chail.


Services
Hotel Woodville Palace houses 28 rooms, inclusive of the royal cottage and royal suite, which have been tastefully decorated into theme rooms. In the tradition of most heritage hotels, no two rooms are alike in décor and yet they offer that same high quality service and comfort to the guests.

As a premier heritage hotel in Shimla, Woodville Palace offers a number of facilities to make the stay a pleasant one. The rooms are equipped with telephones, television with satellite channels and running hot and cold water. Besides, Woodville Palace has a number of multi cuisine restaurants that offer Indian, Continental and Regional cuisine that are a true gastronomical delight. Apart from the wonderful and congenial room service, doctors on call are also available should a guest feel unwell.

Palace Happening
Woodville Palace is spread over 4 acres of lush greenery and enveloped by towering deodar and pine forests. It provides billiards, snookers, table tennis and badminton facilities for the sports lovers. Enjoy a glass of fresh orange juice or have a chilled beer in the Tiger Lounge and have a tiger or two staring down at you! You may also have a glass of your favourite brand of gin or whisky at the Hollywood Bar and keep company with the likes of Clark Gable, Laurel and Hardy, Greta Garbo and Jean Harlow.
A vacation in Woodville Palace promises not only a beautiful memory that will be cherished but also a Himalayan extravaganza that will recharge your very soul.