Stay Relaxed And Safe With A Staycation In Your City

Mumbai's Trident Nariman Point is located at the very edge of the city. This is where the uber elite come for a private cup of coffee - and the occasional relaxing staycation. Out of the 555 tastefully appointed rooms, you should choose one with a sea-view - Mumbai is an island City after all. The Trident chain of hotels is known for smart business sense, and you're in luck this time of the year -- they even have a special staycation package for you. As part of the Trident experience, you'll be treated to a world-class spa, a fitness centre, boutique dining events and more.

IHG's Holiday Inn in New Delhi is close to terminal T3 of the international airport, so they're used to dealing with discerning patrons from all over the world. And that only means one thing -- service levels seldom matched by anyone else in the hotel industry. Also, there are discounts for kids under the age of 12. At Holiday Inn, you can feast at their all-day buffets or unwind at the Hangout Bar, while on your next relaxing staycation.

Located in MG Road, The Park does its best to spoil you. And here's how -- seven different room themes, three restaurants, spas and a chic bar. If you're a fan of Thai food, do check out The Monsoon, their Asian themed restaurant. The pool may possibly be limited-access-only because of Covid-19 restrictions, but hey, it's open all night. A massage at the highly-reviewed spa will get you dozing in minutes -- what better way to relax on a staycation. A walk to The Park is well and truly on the cards, then!

Namma Chennai, too has a staycation destination for the worn and weary. The Park Chennai, which like the one in Bengaluru, matches, and at times, exceeds service quality levels. If you fancy a walking tour of Chennai's top attractions, this is where you should book your rooms at -- unless of course your staycation only involves treks to and from The Park's dining outlets (that's what we'd do, by the way). There are four restaurants, all staffed by some of the best chefs in the world. We recommend taking a look at the Leather Bar, which has a leather floor and is a tip of the hat to the leather tanneries that were quite plentiful in that area of Chennai many years ago.

Taj Deccan is a breathtakingly beautiful hotel that is spread over six acres of the Banjara Hills' finest. With a capacity to service over 1,500 guests at one time, you're sure to have enough and more to explore here. There are seven boutique restaurants -- enough to satisfy even the most high-browed epicurist in your gang. It's located 19km from the international airport, so you're quite far from the madding crowds. Relaxing staycation? Check

When it comes to the whole staycation thing, The Orchid in Pune is already a little ahead of the game. The five-star hotel has been, for quite some time, offering discounts on daycations, or half-day stays. Pune is a huge IT hub, and attracts migrants from all over the country, and, even the world. In such a market, attracting patrons can only be done by out-of-the-box business sense, and that's where the Orchid comes in. The property offers gyms, spas, a swimming pool -- it even has a gourmet bakery. Fittingly, it's called the Sweet Tooth. The rooms are nice, modern and airy, too.

The rooms in the Holiday Inn at Kolkata are all sound-proofed, come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen LED TVs, and more homely touches. Do we need to say more? No, wait, let's delve a little deeper. The Holiday Inn also makes special allowances for kids, especially infants. There are two restaurants -- Social Kitchen and Royal Bengal Sweet Company to keep your tummies full. The Urban Kitchen and Bar will make for a 'spirited' night out with your peeps on your next staycation. Compared to the other 500-room entries in this list, the unassuming Holiday Inn has 137 rooms -- but you'll only be needing one, right?

And here's Apdo Amdavad (Ahmedabad is called Amdavad in Gujarati, the state language of Gujarat). The Regenta Central Antarim can be considered a home base for the urban caveman - and a great place to spend your next comfortable staycation at. It's a four-star accommodation where things definitely take a turn for the rustic. Starting from the room decor, to the cutlery in their in-house restaurant, to the housekeeping staffers' uniform, reminds you of where you truly are -- in the heart of Gujarat. That does not mean you'll miss out on the most modern amenities we take for granted today. All rooms are equipped with Wi-fi, there are 24-hour room service, complimentary gym memberships and everything else you'd expect at a premium hotel.

Blessed are those that live in the land of kings, Rajasthan. Here, there are beautiful hotels and tourist attractions in every city, each seeming to tug at travellers’ heartstrings with their arches, intricate sculptures and their stories. The Jaipur Marriott is like a Faberges’ egg -- a modern structure with a rustic heart. The hotel has been designed keeping in mind aesthetics and authenticity. For a relaxing staycation, it also offers villas and terrace rooms -- perfect for a meditative experience.

Ginger Hotels’ Goa property is an hour’s drive from the airport. It’s a four-star hotel that has 136 inviting rooms that follow a contemporary design trend. The hotel has three types of rooms, the largest being 200 sq.ft in size. All the rooms feature Wi-Fi connectivity, 24-hour room service, and a private, business-like ambience. What it loses in terms of visual grandeur, it more than makes up for in pure utility. It’s a great place for a relaxing staycation and is also quite close to a number of tourist attractions.

Apart from the fact that a staycation is cheaper, it’s a great way to go green and relax at the same time. You’ll be burning less carbons and monies on travel, while also boosting your local economy. The ten staycation options we listed are on the higher end of the price band, but it’s money well-spent. The hotels we listed follow a global standard of safety, service and hospitality that rank them among the best in the hotel industry.

No matter where you are planning to travel, it’s imperative to stay informed about the guidelines issued by various States and the Central Government. This is with regards to quarantine rules and other aspects so that you are prepared before-hand, giving you more confidence. For your ready-reference we at InterMiles have put this together on here on our COVID-19 Travel Advisory updates.

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