Marigold Sarovar Portico (Naldehra)

Marigold Sarovar Portico sits on a hill in Mashobra, just 4 km from the Naldehra Golf Course and about 18 km from Shimla Railway Station. The property is built around stone-exterior cottages with tile roofs, mountain-view suites, and a Swiss duplex option that can sleep up to 10 - making it one of the more spacious pet-friendly stays in the Shimla belt. Dogs and cats are both formally welcome here, with pet food available on-site and a clear, written policy that takes the guesswork out of planning.

What the property actually offers your dog

The Swiss Duplex Cottages with Private Garden are the standout option for pet parents - a private garden attached to your unit means your dog has a defined outdoor space without the stress of navigating crowded corridors every time they need a stretch. The Mountain View Suite with Private Sit-Out is another solid pick, with a balcony where mornings with a dog and a cup of chai genuinely earn their reputation. All rooms and cottages include free Wi-Fi, hot water, minibar, and a tea and coffee maker - the basics are well covered. Pet food being available on-site is a meaningful convenience, especially on longer stays when carrying supplies gets heavy.

Knowing the boundaries before you arrive

The pet policy here is refreshingly explicit, which is a good thing even if the rules feel firm. Leash-on at all times in shared spaces is non-negotiable - no exceptions in common areas. The restaurant, swimming pool, and kitchen are off-limits for pets, so plan your mealtimes around this: you will need to arrange for someone to stay with your dog or settle them in the room while you eat. Pets are also not allowed on the beds, which is worth knowing before you unpack the dog blanket. One pet per booking is the hard cap, so multi-dog families should check directly with the property before confirming a reservation.

The surroundings - where the real value is

Naldehra is quiet, green, and at an elevation that keeps summer temperatures genuinely comfortable - the kind of hill air that makes dogs visibly happier within an hour of arriving. The Naldehra Golf Course is 5.4 km away and Craignano Nature Park is 7.9 km out, both worth a drive for a walk with your dog. The hotel itself offers hiking and nature walks as activities, and the hillside setting means your dog gets real terrain rather than a manicured lawn. The all-weather indoor pool is for humans only, but the grounds and surrounding area provide enough for active dogs.

Getting there: 36.6 km from Shimla Airport · 18 km from Shimla Railway Station
Address: Road, Mashobra, Naldehra, Himachal Pradesh 171007 · Phone: 092185 86015