Planning your summer vacation? Here are the top 10 hotels in India as voted by travellers

Evolve Back, Kabini | Situated on the banks of the Kabini river near Karnataka- Kerala border, the resort is ranked 10th in the list. The resort is flanked by Nagarhole National Park and Bandipur National Park — both of which are also recognised as Tiger Reserve. People staying at the resort have reported of seeing Elephants, Crocs, Deer, Tiger and the elusive Black Panther.

Fragrant Nature, Kochi | Situated at the confluence of Kerala’s famed waterways and the Arabian Sea, the hotel ranks ninth in the Travellers Choice list by TripAdvisor. The hotel claims to have a view of the Cochin port. Apart from the usual amenities like swimming pool, cafes and recreational areas, the hotel offers babysitting services to its customers as well.

Aahana - The Corbett Wilderness | As the name suggests, resort is situated amid the sprawling Tiger Reserve in Ramnagar, near Nainital. The resort is ranked eighth on the list. The resort organises Jungle Safari and Nature Walk for its guests. Apart from that there are facilities like golf course, pool table, swimming pool and other indoor games to indulge oneself.

The Oberoi Udaivilas | Remember the grand wedding of Kalki Koechlin in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani? This is the hotel where the whole procession was shot in Udaipur. One of the gems of the Oberoi group, it is ranked seventh according to travellers’ reviews. Located on the bank of Lake Pichola and spread over 50 acres, the hotel offers all amenities one would expect from a five-star hotel.

Acron Waterfront Resort | Another resort in the list located at a confluence of a river (Baga) and the Arabian Sea, Acron Waterfront Resort in Goa ranks sixth. The resort, part of the hospitality giant ITC, offers complimentary meals. It is laced with Jacuzzi, Infinity pool, gym and river jetty to roam on the blue waters of River Baga.

Evolve Back, Coorg | Moving towards top five, at the fifth position in the list is another Evolve Back property. Part of the Orange County Resorts & Hotels, the 300-acre plantation paradise in the Chikkana Halli Estate promises ‘a personal voyage of discovery’ as soon as you check in. The resort has a number of villas and they are plush with amenities like pools and spa.

Taj Lake Palace Udaipur | The second hotel in Udaipur to feature in the list, Taj Lake Palace ranks fourth. It is housed in the pleasure palace of Maharana Jagat Singh II, built in 1746. Located amidst the Lake Pichola, this heritage hotel has 66 luxurious rooms and 17 grand suites.

The Oberoi Rajvilas | Housed in an 18th century 32-acre mansion in Jaipur, one more property from the Oberoi group features at the third place in the list. Apart from the usual luxurious amenities, the hotel offers its guests to indulge in cooking classes, golf, tennis and personal wellness care like an Ayurvedic spa.

The Leela Palace Udaipur | The reign of Rajasthan’s palaces is far from over and at the second position, travellers have crowned The Leela Palace. Like its competitors in the list, it is also located by the Lake Pichola. The hotel has the view of Aravalis from its windows and has all expected amenities in place.

Umaid Bhawan Palace Jodhpur | Not surprisingly, the Umaid Bhawan Palace ranks at the top on the list. Housed in the youngest princely palace built in India, the hotel is run by The Taj Hotel Group. They have under their dominion, 64 accommodations compromising of 25 rooms and 39 suites. (All images are copyright of respective hotel or resort)