This was once the summer capital of the princlely state of Patalia. Today the old palace is a luxurious hotel. Chail is 45 km by bus from Shimla via Kufri, or you can reach it via Kandaghat on the Shimla to Kalka road or narrow gauge railway line. 

Chail at an altitude of 2150 metres is build on three hills one of which is topped by the Chail Palace, and one by the ancient Sikh temple.

Chail has lovely walks and trails that meander through the dense pine forests-the home of barking deer, wild boar pheasant and a variety of birds.It has got the highest cricket pitch in the world.The Chail Palace Hotel is a class one with rooms and suites of maharaja nad maharani class.The Himneel Hotel is a bit cheaper. 

Solan: This deary town is between Kalka and Shimla, on both the railway line and the road. Its best known as the home of Golden Eagle beer, the Mohan Meakin Brewery is about four km from the town along the road to Shimla.