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32 km
from Shimla
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No Extra
Pet Fee (as per property)
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Koti
Himachal Pradesh
The Koti Village Resort sits on the edge of Chail Sanctuary forest, about 32 km from Shimla and 17 km from Kufri — far enough from the tourist scramble to actually feel like the hills. Stone cottages and permanent tents with wood furnishings, mountain-view verandas, and a sprawling lawn make this a genuinely comfortable base for travelling with a dog. The property explicitly welcomes pets, with a large dedicated play area around the cottages and no additional pet charges cited on their website.
✓ Confirmed by the property
The Koti Village Resort confirms pets are welcome and explicitly states no additional fees are charged for bringing your pet. Dogs and cats are both listed as allowed. The property offers a dedicated play area around the cottages and a lush green garden — useful for dogs who need space to decompress after a long drive up. Pet-specific amenities (comfortable bedding, pet menu at the restaurant) are mentioned in their Google listing.
The Setup for Dogs
The resort borders Chail Sanctuary forest, which means the surroundings are quiet, heavily wooded, and genuinely good walking country. The property itself has a sprawling lawn and a garden attached to the restaurant — both usable space for dogs to move around without being on a lead the whole time. Accommodation options include stone cottages (with flat-screen TVs and room service) and permanent tents with en suite bathrooms and verandas. The 24-hour power backup means no dark corridors or dead outlets on a cold Himachal night — a small but real comfort when you're managing a dog and luggage.
Food, Service and What Guests Say
The restaurant is a genuine highlight here — guests consistently call out food quality and the mountain views from the dining area. Room service brings meals directly to your cottage, which is useful when your dog has finally settled and you don't want to drag them out again. The property also lists a pet menu at the restaurant, which is an unusual and welcome addition. Staff are described by multiple reviewers as humble and attentive. The view of Shimla lighting up at night from the resort is something guests specifically mention — worth stepping out onto the veranda for.
Getting There and Logistics
The resort is addressed at Village Moi Jubbar, Sub Tehsil Junga, Koti — a winding mountain drive from Shimla. Complimentary parking is available on site, and the property offers a pick-up and drop-off service for guests. Check-in is at 12:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. The roads to Koti are typical Himachal hill roads — manageable in a standard car but worth driving carefully, especially with a dog on board. Arriving in daylight makes the navigation significantly easier if you're unfamiliar with the route.
