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India: Stays

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Whether you dream of sleeping above the clouds or glamping under the stars, we've got just the place for you.

Incredible people, amazing spaces

From grand palaces and "pinch me" ancestral homes to mountain retreats and humble homestays, our India experts seek out the very best stays for your private journey with us, to suit your style and taste, and to make your money go further. It's also the warm welcome of your accommodation and hosts in India that truly makes the difference, so getting this right is crucial.

Jaagir Manor, Dudhwa, Dudhwa National Park
Dudhwa National Park, India
Jaagir Manor, Dudhwa
One of India's last great grasslands, with a small heritage lodge at the edge of it and barely another jeep in sight.
Kot Dunara, Dhundhara
Dhundhara, India
Kot Dunara
Just 60 minutes from Jodhpur, Kot Dunara is an intimate homestay, converted from a 16th Century castle.
Pullman Aerocity, Delhi
Delhi, India
Pullman Aerocity
The Pullman is perfect for a short break before or after a flight, with a convenient location in the heart of Delhi’s Aerocity, a short distance from both the international and domestic terminals.
Bestseller RAAS Chhatrasagar, Nimaaj
Nimaaj, India
RAAS Chhatrasagar
RAAS Chhatrasagar is a beautiful boutique safari-style camp in rural Rajasthan.
Snow Leopard Lodge, Uley
Uley, India
Snow Leopard Lodge
An authentic Himalayan homestay in the mountains of Ladakh, Snow Leopard Lodge is as charming as they come.
Amar Mahal, Orchha
Orchha, India
Amar Mahal
Built in the 18th century, this elegant, pale-yellow Indian palace was constructed during the later period of Bundela rule as a prominent royal seat within Orchha, the historic capital of the Bundela Rajput dynasty.
The Serai, Nagarhole
Nagarhole, India
The Serai
Set within 70 acres of grounds on the southwestern side of the Nargahole National Park, The Serai sits on the banks of the Kabini river and offers an unbeatable spot for watching the vast herds of elephants that come…
Rajakkad Estate, Dindigal
Dindigal, India
Rajakkad Estate
Encircled by the tranquillity of the Palani Hills, 1,000 metres above sea level in the foothills of the Western Ghats, the Rajakkad estate boasts its own farm, coffee plantation and extensive gardens.
Evolve Back, Kamalapura Palace, Hampi
Hampi, India
Evolve Back, Kamalapura Palace
Set deep in the mesmerizing landscape of Karnataka, surrounded by rocky hills, sparse woodland and vast granite boulders, the Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace is a serene and majestic ode to the once opulent 14th century…
Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge, Nagarhole
Nagarhole, India
Evolve Back Kuruba Safari Lodge
Sitting in the southwestern corner of Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka, the individual lodges at Evolve Back Karuba are authentically designed using inspiration from the ‘hadis’ settlements of the indigenous Kadu…
Royal Orchid Metropole, Mysore
Mysore, India
Royal Orchid Metropole
Nestled in the heart of the regal and architecturally rich city of Mysore, the Royal Orchid Metropole was originally built as the ruling Wodeyar family’s guest house for visiting British officers and aristocracy.
Kanha Earth Lodge, Kanha
Kanha, India
Kanha Earth Lodge
The rooms are wheelchair accessible, making this a great choice for anyone with accessibility requirements

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Roy Wood (February 2026)
Red Dot organised the most wonderful 3-week holiday for us. Samanthie built a trip around the amazing sights we had requested visiting, together with her own suggestions and a wide mix of hotels, which gave us the flavours of both traditional Sri Lanka and the sleek, stylish contemporary version of the country. Our Driver made the whole experience incredibly special for us.
Alie C (February 2026)
I can’t thank Cherylle and the Red Dot team enough for their meticulous planning of our family holiday to India travelling through Rajasthan over Christmas. As a family of all adults, every suggestion from daily activities to hotel choices was simply perfect. We travelled through Delhi, Ranthambore (an unforgettable tiger safari!), Jaipur and Agra and I truly feel we experienced the very best of each destination while moving at a relaxed, well thought out pace
Daisy Stanton (February 2026)
My partner arranged a holiday trip at fairly short notice to Sri Lanka with Red Dot on a recommendation, Samanthie was so patient & helpful with her suggested itinerary which we followed with some minor amendments. On arrival at Colombo we met Manjula our chauffeur/guide who was absolutely brilliant!
Andrew S (February 2026)
Dulmini and the Red Dot Team arranged a fantastic trip for us around Assam and North East India. Faultless service. I cannot recommend them more highly.
Martin Thomas (February 2026)
Wonderful company. Our holiday in Sri Lanka was perfect. Local knowledge made all the difference
Sandra Nicholson  (February 2026)
We looked up, and communicated with umpteen tour operators. Though Red Dot seemed to have offices in Sri Lanka and the UK, they seemed to have the best reviews. We were fortunate enough to correspond with Cherylle, who not only assured us of the safety of our friend, but created a personalised, and flexible, itinerary which we could not have done ourselves.
Jayant Banerji (February 2026)
A 14-day tour with Red Dot Tours was the perfect antidote to the bleak UK winter. After a glowing recommendation from a friend, we contacted Red Dot Tours and were not disappointed. Our consultant, Lahiru, curated a seamless itinerary. Throughout the planning phase, Lahiru was incredibly responsive; the final itinerary—delivered via a user-friendly 'Guest Portal'—was impressively detailed, covering every hotel stay and excursion.
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