A BRAVE NEW WORLD OF Hospitality
Travel+Leisure India|November 2020
The pandemic has added new buzzwords to our travel vocabulary, like workation and contactless service. Here’s a round-up of 24 hotels and resorts in India that have tweaked their offerings to cater to new demands.
RASHIMA NAGPAL & SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV
A BRAVE NEW WORLD OF Hospitality

workations

IF YOU ARE UNINSPIRED BY YOUR WORK-FROM-HOME SETUP, SPRUCE UP YOUR DAYS WITH A NEW SETTING AND LEISURE TIME IN THESE PROPERTIES.

The Leela Palace Chennai

FOR THOSE WHO SEEK to bask in five-star luxury without compromising on work, The Leela Palace Chennai offers the Stay More Save More deal. Book yourself at least an eight-night workation and enjoy your stay in one of the most opulent rooms in the city. The package includes two-way airport transfer, breakfast, high-speed internet access, and 20 per cent discount on food and soft beverages. Maximise your comfort by booking one of the Royal Club Rooms or Suites and get the benefit of the hotel’s Premier Club Lounge overlooking the Bay of Bengal, butler service, billiards room, 15 per cent discount at the salon, and more. The deal is valid till November 30, 2020. From ₹ 5,173 per night; theleela.com

A CHARMING Victorian heritage hotel in the Himalayas spells a delightful getaway all year round. The onset of winter and an attractive WFH (Work From Hills) package make a workation at Elgin Hall, Dalhousie hard to resist. Nestled amid deodar trees, the boutique property features seven rooms dressed in dewy pastels. With a dedicated tea lounge, library, and kids’ play area, the property is ideal for a serene post-lockdown workation with the family. Book a minimum of 15 days to avail a discount of 20 per cent. From ₹ 7,500 per night; elginhall.com

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