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Scenic Ooty hillside location, The Fern restaurant
Nilgiri Mountains valley views, Season international dining
Hilltop Ooty Valley views, Subuthi Spa signature treatments
Panoramic Nilgiri Hills views, Diverse dining options
Panoramic hill station retreat, Homely and delicious dining
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Rooms with mountain views, Boutique suite accommodations
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Independent luxury cottages, Proximity to Ooty Lake and Boathouse
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Rooms with private balconies, Executive Chef Tararam's specialties
Halal dining options, Private Jacuzzi suites
Panoramic Avalanche Lake views, Lakeside 'Hideout' restaurant
Doddabetta Hills backdrop, Wildlife sightings
Tranquil hilltop location, Panoramic mountain view dining
Panoramic tea estate views, Guest BBQ facilities
Highest hotel in South India, Multi-cuisine dining at Pine n' Petal
Panoramic Ooty downtown and race course views, Multi-cuisine restaurant
In-house multi-cuisine restaurant, Executive rooms with open-air balconies
Private balcony or terrace views, Expansive buffet dining
Nilgiri Mountains views, Family-friendly accommodations
Panoramic mountain and valley views, On-site cafe and restaurant
Panoramic valley and mountain views, On-site multi-cuisine restaurant
Emerald Lake and mountain views, Unique wooden villas and tribal huts
Multi-cuisine restaurant, Personalized tour assistance
Hillside location with mountain views, Balcony or terrace rooms
Nilgiri Hills views, Backpacker community hub
Spacious rooms with private balconies, Dedicated family-friendly accommodations
Family-friendly accommodation, Prime central Ooty location
Hilltop retreat with Nilgiri views, Heated indoor swimming pool
Award-winning landscaped gardens, Vintage-style accommodations
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Doddabetta Peak scenic views, In-house restaurant for convenience
Panoramic Nilgiri mountain views, Pet-friendly private rooms
Nilgiri Hills panoramic views, The Pavillion restaurant
Elevated valley views from every room, Traditional Indian and Chinese dining
Hilltop vegetarian restaurant, Panoramic Western Ghats views
New wooden cottages with garden views, Outdoor swimming pool
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Ooty is known as the “Queen of Hill Stations”, a name that is well-deserved. Home to the Nilgiri Hills and the famous Nilgiri Mountain Railway, Ooty offers an enticing blend of tourism, nature, adventure opportunities, and local agriculture. Hillside temples and dense pine forests co-exist with the bustling Ooty market and town centre, making for an irresistible juxtaposition of old and new. And that’s not the extent of Ooty’s marvels – pleasantly mild year-round temperatures and surprises around every corner like farm fresh wild honey and homemade chocolate, hidden tea estates, and a lively cricket pitch put Ooty on the map for good reason. Whether you stay in budget accommodation or an upscale lakeside hotel, you’re guaranteed to have a good time in Ooty.
Established as the summer headquarters for the Madras government in the early 19th century, “snooty Ooty” as it was formerly referred to, has a few historic hotels that will not only take you back in time, but make you feel like a distinguished guest. And when you arrive in style on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway, known as having the slowest train in India and also the steepest railway in Asia, you’ll feel right at home at either the Savoy Hotel or Sinclairs Retreat. Each has something special to offer, with the Savoy Hotel exuding colonial charm since 1834, and Sinclairs Retreat showing off with commanding views of the Nilgiri Hills and surrounding eucalyptus forests.
Once you’ve unpacked, a good place to start your Ooty adventure is the 22-acre Ooty Botanical Gardens, which can trace its early beginnings back to 1897 and the Marquis of Tweedale. It has a mind-boggling 1,000 species of plants, and the star of the show, a 20 million year-old fossilised tree. Exotic and ornamental flowers, shrubs and trees of every shape and size each compete for favour. Which one will you like best? The aptly named Monkey Puzzle tree that monkeys are unable to climb, the only Cork tree in India, or perhaps the spellbinding display of orchids and ferns? If you’d like to make it a full day of horticultural delights, head over to the Government Rose Garden, the largest one in India with an amazing 20,000 varieties of roses, and 2,800 cultivators. If you aren’t too distracted by the heavenly scent, see if you can spot some of the more unusual roses in the garden, such as the rare black and green varieties.
Because temperatures are milder in Ooty, it’s comfortable to spend all day outside, which isn’t usually the case with other vacation destinations in India. In fact, the highest recorded temperature is 25 degrees Celsius, and if anything, you might want to bring a sweater for cooler mornings and evenings. Take advantage of the pleasant climate with a visit to Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. It’s an exhilarating place to spend a day, with the chance that you might see herds of Indian elephants, guar, chital, and even threatened species like Bengal tigers and leopards. Bird lovers will appreciate the 250 species of feathered friends found here, so bring your binoculars and a notebook for a bit of bird identification.
For a peaceful way to spend the day, Ooty Lake is 65 acres of aquatic fun, namely in the form of boating. Renting a boat from the boat house is a major tourist draw, but there is plenty of room for everyone, and spending a few hours on the water surrounded by beautiful scenery is just the thing for relaxation. If you’d like some outdoor exercise, Doddabetta is the highest peak in the Ooty area. It’s roughly 10 km outside of town, and on a clear day, it’s an excellent vantage point amongst the fragrant shola forest.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, there are several great places to spend some time away from the elements. At the Tribal Research Centre Museum, visitors get an in-depth look at the various hill tribes in the area. Tribes like the Todas, Kotas, and Kurumbus still inhabit the Nilgiri Hills, and the research centre and museum aims to showcase each tribes’ distinct identity. You’ll leave with a renewed appreciation for people who live off of the land, and when you retire for the evening, you’ll be sure to notice that the comfortable quarters of your hotel room are a stark contrast to the huts and stone houses of the aboriginals that call the hills home. For further information on this subject, the Nilgiri Library is worth a visit for the history of the library building and to learn even more about area hill tribes. There are 30,000 books housed in the circa 1867 library, which also has fascinating British journals and a portrait of Queen Victoria given to Ooty in 1887, her Golden Jubilee. When you’re ready to switch gears, Ooty has a wax museum that also portrays the history and culture of the Nilgiri Hills and tribespeople, and a chocolate museum for a sweet ending to a day of sightseeing.
November is usually the cheapest month to book a hotel in Udhagamandalam, with typical prices around $77 per night based on 816 price comparisons.
Hotel prices in Udhagamandalam are usually highest during December, with typical prices around $124 per night.
Hotel prices in Udhagamandalam usually range from $39 per night to $239 per night, with typical prices around $88 per night.
Hotel prices in Udhagamandalam are typically lowest in November at around $77 per night, rising to around $124 per night in December.
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In Udhagamandalam, you might want to check out Accord Highland Hotel Ooty, Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, Sterling Ooty Elk Hill, The Byke Sunshine Grand. These hotels come highly recommended by many travelers.
For a taste of luxury in Udhagamandalam, you might want to explore Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, Kelso House Of Ooty, Tulips Valley View Resorts, Savoy - IHCL SeleQtions. These hotels are known for their superior amenities and high-class services.
If you're visiting Udhagamandalam with your family, you could look at Accord Highland Hotel Ooty, Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, Sterling Ooty Elk Hill, The Byke Sunshine Grand. These hotels offer a variety of family-friendly services and activities.
Traveling with pets? The hotels Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, Tulips Resorts - Elkhill, Tulips Village Resorts, HAPPYSTAY Rooms and Cottages could be ideal. These hotels are not only pet-friendly but also offer numerous amenities to make your pets feel at home.
If you’re looking for a relaxing spa experience during your stay in Udhagamandalam, check out Sterling Ooty Fern Hill, Sterling Ooty Elk Hill, Kelso House Of Ooty, Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group – all of which offer great spa services and facilities.
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