Established in 1871, the colonial-style Hotel Willow Banks enjoys beautiful views of the Shimla Valley and mountains. About 450 metres from Christ Church and Shimla City, it has a free Wi-Fi, a sauna and hot tub. Elegant rooms all come with a cable TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-fridge. Some rooms have a balcony. En suite bathrooms have a bathtub and hot-water showers. Hotel Willow Banks is located on The Mall, a charming shopping lane. It is within 2.6 km from Shimla State Museum and Viceregal Lodge. Shimla Airport is about 10.6 km away. Guests can enjoy an authentic Ayurvedic massage, get a manicure at the beauty salon or arrange a day trip at the tour desk. The hotel also has billiard and table tennis facilities. Overlooking Shimla Town, the rooftop Fiesta Food Court features bonfires and barbecued dishes. Cafe Willows serves international food. Vintage wine and a dance floor are available at Fusion Pub.