5 Last-minute new year getaways in India, in case you have not booked earlier

These luxury hotels around India have planned the perfect itineraries to make your New Year’s Eve more hip and happening!

Where are you staying when you travel next? While most have already booked their stays, blocked their tables, and planned their itineraries to ring in the new year, there are some who are still figuring out. Fret not! From musical concerts gala dinners, to some quiet time tracking the lions, our list of last-minute new year getaways in India has something for everyone.

5 Last-minute new year getaways in India

W Goa

Where: Eclipse A Lounge

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Come for Sunburn Goa 2022, stay for the hotel’s Gala Dinner. Image: Courtesy W Goa.

Why: W Goa is hosting Sunburn Goa 2022! With an underlying theme of ‘The Future Is Now’, the three-day event, starting December 28, will see spectacular performances by the likes of Afrojack, Black Coffee, Nicky Numero, and more, along with120+ international and local acts across seven stages. While you are at it, extend your stay, and experience the most glamourous soiree of the year at this swanky hotel’s Gala Dinner. Raise a toast by the Arabian Sea and make your merry way into 2023 with gourmet food, tantalizing spirits, electrifying beats, and melodic rhythms from celebrity DJ Aman Nagpal.

Karma Lakelands, Gurugram

Where: Klub Lawns

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Make memories of a lifetime this new year! Image: Courtesy Karma Lakelands.

Why: As the festive cheer begins to unfurl, Karma Lakelands Gurugram invites its guests to celebrate the new beginnings amidst an oasis of unending greenery and natural abundance. Be lavishly welcomed with a red carpet rolled out, and enjoy exquisite celebratory brunches, to memorable bonfires, extravagant dinner spreads, to foot tapping DJ tunes along with walks in nature trails to reconnect with self.

The Lalit, Mumbai

Where: Five different venue zones

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Expect non-stop entertainment at The Lalit Mumbai. Image: Courtesy The Lalit.

Why: Get Ready to maximise the celebrations in the Maximum City! Watch The Lalit, Mumbai turn into a themed festival venue with five different zones offering a larger-than-life experience to celebrate and welcome the new year in ultimate style. Enjoy midnight pool party, six hours of non-stop entertainment, four grand stages, three live bands, nine Bollywood DJs, fireworks, seven-course meals, and more!

Woods At Sasan, Gujarat

Where: Gir forest

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Go on a wildlife adventure in the thickets of Gir in Gujarat. Image: Courtesy Woods at Sasan.

Why: Wish to spend a little quieter, a bit different new year? Ditch your regular party plans, and join Woods At Sasan in its ‘Game into the Wild ’22’, a passage to explore the rare wildlife of Gir forest with specially curated experiences that go beyond the allure of Asiatic lions. Enhance your interaction with nature and experience the best of the majestic Sasan Gir, through birding sessions, safaris, and transformative game drives!

Taj West End, Bengaluru

Where: The hotel premises

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Be treated with luxuries and bespoke hospitality at Taj West End. Image: Courtesy Taj Hotels.

Why: Snuggle up in the lap of luxury as you celebrate the abundance of this season with exclusive festive offers, and elevate your escape amidst poetic charms of comfort and nature’s emerald wonders at Taj. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a relaxing staycation at the iconic hotel with early check-in, late check-out, daily breakfast spread, one set meal at the signature restaurant, and 20 per cent off on food and beverages, laundry, and spa therapies!

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