I would like to host a wedding reception and that too in a 5 star hotel. To save myself from searching around for the 5 star hotel in Chandigarh, I want to make it easy and simply ask on the forum for a 5 star hotel suggestion in Chandigarh. There are no such special requirements or so, as most all the 5 star hotels provide you with the services and facilities required, it's just finding the suitable hotel for a wedding reception. When mentioning the hotel please also provide details of the hotel location.
Hello, @Ronaak, welcome to the forum! (Images from Rhythm, Lian, Ian and Kataria) Overview Chandigarh is that perfect blend of modernity, tradition and development, as far as cities are concerned. Hence, it was even named by BBC as 'The Only Successful Perfect City in the World.' From the time it was established after the Indian Independence, it has been able to maintain its natural green beauty whilst keeping up with the ever changing world. The well-planned streets, the heritage, the beautiful European-inspired structures and the people themselves are the main highlights of the city. So for those planning a trip to Chandigarh, this guide's for you, a list of the best five-star hotels in the city that can truly enhance your staying experience here. Best Five-Star Hotels in Chandigarh 1. JW Marriott Hotel - First, we have the JW Marriott Hotel which is located in Sector 35B of Chandigarh. It is just under two minutes of walking to the Piccadilly Chowk. Attractions like the Capitol Complex and Sukhna Lake are around 15 minutes of driving away from the property. JW Marriott is a global brand of hotel so the level of hospitality is world class. The property in Chandigarh has a contemporary facade with blue exteriors. The reception is also very modern with pure marble interiors as well as hidden lightings. There's a variety of rooms and suites that one can choose from in the hotel. The Deluxe Room is the most affordable option though not missing in luxury. The interiors are on the contemporary side, with the hardwood flooring and wooden furnishings. The bathroom is of pure marble and has this see-through panelling viewable from the bedroom side. For dining, you are also spoiled for choices, with the top-notch restaurants that the hotel has in offer. Saffron is their fine dining restaurant, which serves North Indian cuisine dishes to guests. It has lovely interiors reminiscent of the Mughal rule, with the large pillars and decorative dividers. Then you have The Cafe @ JW, their all-day dining restaurant which serves North Indian and Continental cuisines dishes to guests. It is known for its extensive buffet spreads covering all meals of the day. For baked goods and pastries, you have the Chandigarh Baking Company, the best posh place for just hanging out and having your daily dose of coffee. For leisure, there's a stunning infinity swimming pool on the rooftop of the property, with side loungers as well. Their spa, Quan, aside from offering Ayurvedic treatments, also has facials, scrubs and other treatments to choose from. The hotel also has two banquet halls for meetings or special events that guests can rent. Other facilities such as parking, business centre, travel desk, shared lounge and elevator are also available in the hotel. Internet is present too but on a chargeable daily basis, though if you're a Marriott Rewards member, you can access it for free. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 10,752/Night, Executive Club Room at Rs. 13,312/Night and Luxury Suite at Rs. 20,352/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Air Conditioning, Flat-Screen Television, Safe, Desk, Tea/Coffee Maker, Minibar, Telephone, Sitting Area, iPod Dock and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurants, Swimming Pool, Spa, Banquet Halls, Parking, Business Centre, Travel Desk, Shared Lounge, Elevator and Internet Address - Plot No. 6, Sector 35B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh, 160035, India Contact Number - +91 17 2395 5555 JW Marriott Chandigarh (Image from Booking) 2. Hyatt Regency - Next we have the Hyatt Regency, located in the Industrial Phase I area of Chandigarh, a bit further from the city centre. It is just a walking distance from Elante Mall, the second largest shopping complex in North India. It is also close to attractions like the Japanese Garden, located in Sector 31A, and Terraced Garden, located in Sector 33. The hotel has this polished brick facade set amidst a medium-rise building with perfectly manicured lawns. The reception is the epitome of modern luxury, with eccentric wooden accents and pillars hiding the reception table. Basically, the hotel's design was taken from the style of Le Corbusier, the architect who designed the city itself. Even the rooms and suites exude this edgy interiors of minimalist and angular designs. The floor to ceiling windows, coupled with the marble bathroom with see-through panelling and the truly contemporary furnitures are sure to steal the heart of architecture lovers. Dining options are also varied but the best part is that these are top-notch restaurants sure to satisfy the palate of even the most discerning travelers. Urban Cafe is their-multi cuisine restaurant which serves extensive buffet spreads all throughout the day. Dishes from North India and China are the specialties here, but there is also a few Continental dishes that you can enjoy. Piccante is their Italian cuisine restaurant which has earned itself a loyal following because of the authentic taste and flavors of the dishes served here. Browse is the all-day cafe, where you get an assortment of baked goods, light snacks and pastries. It is set amidst glass-panelled walls so during daytime, you can enjoy sunlight seeping in whole you're having coffee. Stage is the bar where you can enjoy cocktails or wines along with Indian, Italian and Chinese cuisines dishes. There's an outdoor swimming pool too, surrounded by greenery and has ample sitting lounger areas. Their spa, Amaira, offers rejuvenating treatments for the weary guests. Other facilities such as fitness centre, yoga room, business centre, banquet halls, parking, shuttle and elevator are also available in the hotel. Internet is widely available in the hotel, without any additional charges for resident guests. Room Rates - Standard Room at Rs. 9,280/Night, Deluxe Room at Rs. 10,560/Night, Club Room at Rs. 13,120/Night, Regency Suite at Rs. 16,960/Night and Regency Executive Suite at Rs. 20,800/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Air Conditioning, Flat-Screen Television, Safe, Desk, Tea/Coffee Maker, Minibar, Telephone, Sitting Area and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurants, Bar, Swimming Pool, Spa, Fitness Centre, Yoga Room, Business Centre, Banquet Halls, Parking, Shuttle, Elevator and Internet Address - No. 178 Industrial and Business Park, Industrial Area Phase I, Chandigarh, 160002, India Contact Number - +91 17 2440 1234 Hyatt Regency (Image from Booking) 3. The Lalit - The Lalit is located in the Rajiv Gandhi IT Park of Chandigarh. It is merely 4.5 kilometers away from the Sukhna Lake. Attractions like the Rock Garden and Capitol Complex are under six kilometers away from the hotel. Much like the former hotel, The Lalit takes its design from the architectural prowess of Le Corbusier, with the medium-rise building which is very angular in style. The reception is spacious, has marble inlays and minimalist in design. There's a variety of rooms and suites to choose from, with the most affordable being the Deluxe Room and the most expensive being the Lalit Legacy Suite. Interiors are on the traditional side with the wooden parquet flooring, large floor to ceiling windows and classy furnitures. From the windows, you can view the rich green forests, ultra-modern city or even the Shivalik ranges. Bathrooms on rooms have simple enclosed shower areas while on suites, they're more opulent with a standalone bathtub. The bright and airy 24/7 All Day Dining Restaurant has Italian and North Indian cuisines. You can also enjoy the buffet spreads here, all set amidst the glass-panelled walls overlooking the green gardens. OKO is their award-winning Pan Asian cuisine restaurant where you can sample delightful goods from the Japanese, Chinese and Thai cuisines. You also have Baluchi, their North Indian cuisine terrace restaurant, Kitty Su, their on-site bar, Le Petit Cafe, their lobby area lounge slash coffee venue, and The Lalit Boulangerie, their desserts parlor. The property also has an outdoor swimming pool with a separate area for children. For rejuvenation, you can visit their aptly named spa, Rejuve, and for fitness buffs, the property also has an on-site gym. Functional facilities such as parking, travel desk, elevator, business centre and gift shop are also available in the hotel. Internet can be accessed for a maximum of one hour per day without any charges for staying guests and beyond that, you need to avail of their premium paid internet services. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 7,939/Night, Premier Room at Rs. 8,500/Night, Luxury Room at Rs. 10,000/Night, Executive Suite at Rs. 20,000/Night and Luxury Suite at Rs. 30,000/Night Room Amenities - Air Conditioning, Flat-Screen Television, Safe, Desk, Tea/Coffee Maker, Minibar, Telephone, Sitting Area, Closet and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurants, Bar, Swimming Pool, Spa, Gym, Parking, Travel Desk, Elevator, Business Centre, Gift Shop and Internet Address - Rajiv Gandhi IT Park, DLF Commercial Complex, Chandigarh, 160101, India Contact Number - +91 17 2444 7777 The Lalit Chandigarh (Image from Booking) 4. Taj Chandigarh - Taj Chandigarh is located in Sector 17A, just 3 minutes of walking to the Matka Chowk. Attractions like the Government Museum and Rose Garden are under 10 minutes of walking from the hotel. The Capitol Complex is about a 10-minute drive from the hotel. From the outside, the exteriors are not as remarkable, with just simple peachy and red motifs. The reception is spacious adorned by a life-size statue of a warrior horse. Rooms and suites in the hotel are more contemporary in design. The interiors are mostly of light wood with neutral-hued motifs. However, the bedsheets, headboard and pillow cases are in more vibrant hues to balance the aesthetics of the rooms and suites. Bathrooms are spacious, with a glass-enclosed area for showering. For dining, you would be pleased to know that Taj Chandigarh offers world-class dishes right at the heart of the city. Dera is their North Indian cuisine restaurant which has this very simple ambience. The meals served here are usually from the Lahore and Peshawar regions of the country. Black Lotus serves authentic Chinese cuisine dishes from the Sichuan region of China. The ambience is striking, from the Chinese lanterns, to the golden lotus murals adorning the walls. If you're a fan of buffets, the Cafe 17 is your best bet for that, with extravagant spreads comprised of North Indian, Italian and Continental cuisines dishes. For some good time, do head on to the Lava Bar where you can get some cocktails and wines whilst listening to music. Leisure facilities such as a swimming pool, salon, fitness centre and spa are all available in the hotel. You can also utilize the banquet halls, parking, travel desk, business centre and elevator in the hotel premises. For internet, they provide for free access to resident guests but you can also avail of their premium paid internet service. Room Rates - Superior Room at Rs. 7,680/Night, Deluxe Room at Rs. 9,600/Night and Luxury Suite at Rs. 17,920/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Air Conditioning, Flat-Screen Television, Safe, Desk, Minibar, Telephone, Sitting Area, Closet and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurants, Bar, Swimming Pool, Salon, Fitness Centre, Spa, Banquet Halls, Parking, Travel Desk, Business Centre, Elevator and Internet Address - Block No. 9, Sector 17A, Chandigarh, 160017, India Contact Number - +91 17 2661 3000 Taj Chandigarh (Image from Booking) 5. Hotel Mount View - Last on this guide is the Hotel Mount View, just adjacent to the Leisure Valley. The Sukhna Lake is under five kilometers from the hotel. The hotel has a cream facade and the design is inspired by the European buildings of Chandigarh as well. The reception has marble flooring with a showstopper lighting piece at the centre. The rooms and suites have regal interiors, reminiscent of the bygone era. Even the furnitures are on the vintage side so heritage lovers might find them amusing. From the huge floor to ceiling windows, you can enjoy a view of either the pool or the gardens. The lavish Rustles is their fine dining restaurant which has posh interiors, the main highlight being the overhanging chandelier. This restaurant serves North Indian and Italian cuisines dishes, it also serves buffet spreads. The Magic Wok is their Chinese cuisine restaurant, taking you to the oriental part of the world with a few bites of their scrumptious dishes. Round The Clock can satisfy your late-night hunger pangs since it is open all day, everyday. Do enjoy the assortment of Indian cuisine dishes from both the north and the south. You can also spend some time in their Vintage Terrace, the on-site bar where an assortment of cocktails and wines can be enjoyed. The hotel has facilities for leisure, such as a swimming pool, spa and fitness centre. Other facilities such as parking, banquet halls, business centre, travel desk, shuttle, elevator and shops are also available in the property. Internet can be accessed from any part of the hotel without charges but the speed isn't as good. Room Rates - Deluxe Room at Rs. 5,899/Night, Executive Room at Rs. 9,600/Night and Royal Suite at Rs. 16,640/Night (Inclusive of Taxes) Room Amenities - Air Conditioning, Flat-Screen Television, Safe, Desk, Minibar, Telephone, Sitting Area, Tea/Coffee Maker, Closet and Attached Bathroom Hotel Facilities - Restaurants, Bar, Swimming Pool, Spa, Fitness Centre, Parking, Banquet Halls, Business Centre, Travel Desk, Shuttle, Elevator, Shops and Internet Address - Sector 10, Chandigarh, 160011, India Contact Number - +91 17 2467 1111 Hotel Mount View (Image from Booking) Conclusion This ends our guide on the best five-star hotels in Chandigarh. If you want that luxury and opulence to accompany you on your trip to The City Beautiful, then choose any of these hotels that provide for top-notch facilities and services. After all, once you have seen the beauty of Chandigarh, you need a place to relax and unwind. What better way to do so by staying in a world-class hotel, where you are granted not just the best views, but also the best facilities to boast of. Good luck and I hope this helps you!
