We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Ooty, India. We have also included hotels in resorts, country estates, mansions, old manor houses, chalets, historic villas and historic properties. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Charming. Comfortable beds. Built in the 1800's, Tea Nest is housed in a historic mansion. Set amidst natural greenery, it offers a peaceful getaway. It features a restaurant, 24-hour reception and free parking. Rooms feature lively and vibrant wall colours, as well as large windows that provide sunlight. Rooms come with an attached bathroom. Toiletries and shower facilities are included. Tea Nest is 3 km from Coonoor and 24 km from Ooty. Coimbatore Airport is 93 km from the property. Guests can read, play board games or enjoy a guided tour of the tea gardens. A common TV is available in the lounge. Ticketing and travel arrangements can also be made at the tour desk. The restaurant serves a max of local and international dishes. Room service is available upon request.Show full description
Charming. Tennis court. Offering outdoor pool and a fitness centre, Parisons Plantation Experiences is located in 4025 acres of lush green tea estates of Wayanad in Kerala. Free WiFi access is available in this farm stay. At Parisons Planatation Experiences both the Boutique Bungalow and Heritage Bungalow are located within a distance of 1.5 kms between them in 4000 acres of Tea estate. The property is located just 8 km from Mananthavady and the gorgeous Kabani River. Calicut International Airport is located 130 km away. Telicherry Railway Station is 109 km away and Mananthavady Bus Stand is 8 km away. The accommodation will provide you with a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bath and a hairdryer. Extras include a desk, a safety deposit box and a fan. At Parisons Plantation Experiences you will find a library and a massage centre. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage, car rental, barbeque and a laundry. Activities like billiards, snooker, pool tables and table tennis can be arranged. badminton and tennis court. Guests can pamper themselves at the Ayurvedic Spa. A dining room is available on property.Show full description
Parsons Plantation Experiences is an excellent place to stay, with character-filled, historic, spotless facilities. The recreation centre is well-maintained and the caretaker has lots of old stories to share.
Beach front location. Delightful property. Superb breakfast.Opened May 2022. Located in Vythiri, 3.7 km from Pookode Lake, Flora Vythiri Resort provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a garden, the 5-star resort has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers karaoke and a kids' club. At the resort, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Each room includes a kettle, while some rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with mountain views. At Flora Vythiri Resort every room comes with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Indian, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisine. Flora Vythiri Resort offers a terrace. You can play table tennis and darts at the resort, and the area is popular for cycling. Speaking Bengali, English, Hindi and Kannada, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Lakkidi Viewpoint is 7.1 km from Flora Vythiri Resort, while Thusharagiri Falls is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 77 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most beautiful and well designed resort in Ooty. It also has a highly rated breakfast, very cosy rooms and great affordability.
Great restaurant. Offering a hillside getaway on Ooty, Fortune Resort Sullivan Court features massage services and sauna facilities. Billiards and table tennis facilities are available. Guests can work out at its gym. Fortune Sullivan Court overlooks Nilgiri Hills and is 4 km from Boat House. Just 2 km away is The Botanical Garden while Coimbatore Airport is 95 km from the hotel. Fortune Resort’s homely rooms feature wooden furnishings and printed fabrics. Each comes equipped with a tea/coffee maker and DVD player. En suite bathrooms feature toiletries and a hairdryer. Safety deposit boxes are provided. Guests can visit the well-equipped business centre or tour desk available in the hotel. Currency exchange services are also provided. Guests enjoy free parking privileges. International cuisine is served at The Pavillion while Selbourne is a place to unwind over cocktails and drinks. For alternative dining options, 24-hour room service is available.Show full description
Beach front location. Highly elegant. Great breakfast. Offering tree houses, heritage suites and pool villas, Pepper Trail is set in a 200-acre coffee and spice plantation. The property features a 20-metre infinity outdoor pool, air-conditioning and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. The Ayurveda Spa offers a range of relaxation and rejuvenation therapies. A selection of complimentary activities is offered in the area such as guided plantation walks, open jeep safaris, cycling, fishing, canoeing and coracle rides. Sultan battery is 10 km away while the Edakkal Caves are 15 km from the property. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is located 20 km from Pepper Trail Wayanad. Calicut International Airport is 95 km away.Show full description
Pepper Trail is a beautiful property located inside a coffee and tea plantation. It has fine furniture and decor in perfect Kerala style. Inside the plantation, there is an infinity pool and it is possible to do some little trails.
A house with a history, King's Cliff is a charming refurbished property surrounded by peaceful hills and greenery. On-site activities include horse riding across the hills, trips to a tea estate and jeep rides through the jungle. Parking is free. The charming air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a satellite TV. Some rooms have a four-poster bed or a fireplace. En suite bathrooms have a shower. King's Cliff is 4 km from Ooty Railway Station and the Botanical Gardens. It is 24 km from Ooty Town and 80 km from Coimbatore Airport. Earl's Secret serves delicious Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes. Meals can also be taken within the gardens. The hotel provides car rentals and laundry services. The front desk operates 24 hours.Show full description
Opened March 2023. Located in Masinagudi, 29 km from Ooty Lake, THE TIGER PAW RESORT provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant. Located around 30 km from Ooty Bus Station, the resort with free WiFi is also 30 km away from Gymkhana Golf Course. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the resort each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a balcony with a mountain view. THE TIGER PAW RESORT offers an à la carte or vegetarian breakfast. You can play billiards and darts at the accommodation, and car hire is available. Ooty Railway Station is 30 km from THE TIGER PAW RESORT, while Ooty Botanical Gardens is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Mysore Airport, 88 km from the resort.Show full description
Unique. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Located in Wayanad, After the Rains - Rainforest Lodge has an outdoor swimming pool. Among the various facilities are a badminton court and a garden. The property provides a children's playground. All units in the resort are equipped with a TV with satellite channels. Featuring a private bathroom, rooms, all guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. An authentic Indian breakfast is served each morning at the property. Guests at After the Rains - Rainforest Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Chithragiri, like fishing and hiking. The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day. Kalpetta is 23 km from the resort. Calicut International Airport is 104 km from the property.Show full description
This resort has beautiful surroundings! And it is very popular among couples travelling to Ooty.
Charming. Great location. This family-run estate spread across 20-acres offers accommodation in Masinagudi at the foothills of the Nilgiris. Jungle Hut features a swimming pool, restaurant and guests can have fun at the games room. The well-appointed rooms come with private verandahs that offer breathtaking views. There is a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. The area is popular for trekking and bird watching. You can play table tennis at the resort. The nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, approximately 118 km from the property. Jungle Hut caters delicious Asian and continental buffet meals. Many of the herbs, spices and vegetables are freshly picked from their very own kitchen garden.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Popular among couples. Situated in Sultan Bathery, 7.2 km from Ancient Jain Temple, Raindrops Resorts features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. The property is set 17 km from Edakkal Caves, 17 km from Heritage Museum and 22 km from Neelimala Viewpoint. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The rooms at the resort are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. At Raindrops Resorts you will find a restaurant serving American, Indian and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and kosher options can also be requested. You can play table tennis at the accommodation, and the area is popular for cycling. Kanthanpara Waterfalls is 35 km from Raindrops Resorts, while Kuruvadweep is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mysore Airport, 101 km from the resort.Show full description
I rate this as the most relaxing and romantic resort in Ooty.
Enjoy a serene stay at our sprawling 3-acre resort, on the banks of River Siruvani – with the sweetest water in India, in one of our 33 chalets made entirely out of pinewood. · Spacious, contemporary styled rooms up to 290 sq.ft. with a swimming pool and a dedicated kids play area to let the tiny tots enjoy their games. · Miniature golf, cycling, night safaris, river walk and many other activities to make your vacation a fun-filled one. · Relax and rejuvenate your mind and body with traditional ayurvedic treatments at The Spa. Enjoy the chirping sounds of exotic birds at the river deck. · Enjoy your vacation with your furry friend at the property pet-friendly Classic Rooms.Show full description
Close to beach front. Stylish. Friendly staff. Set in Ambalavayal, 7.2 km from Heritage Museum, LakeRose Wayanad Resort offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the resort, the rooms are equipped with a balcony with a mountain view. Every room includes a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At LakeRose Wayanad Resort rooms have bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or vegan options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Indian and international cuisine. A vegetarian option can also be requested. LakeRose Wayanad Resort offers a children's playground. You can play billiards, table tennis and darts at the resort, and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Edakkal Caves is 10 km from LakeRose Wayanad Resort, while Kanthanpara Waterfalls is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 98 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxurious. Great location.Opened February 2022. Located in Wayanad, 8.5 km from Pookode Lake, Jeevess Ayurveda Resort provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a bowling alley. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. At the resort, every room is equipped with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Jeevess Ayurveda Resort also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms have a mountain view. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. At Jeevess Ayurveda Resort you will find a restaurant serving Indian, local and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. The resort offers a children's playground. You can play darts at Jeevess Ayurveda Resort, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing. Guests can make use of the business centre, arrange day trips at the tour desk or take advantage of the ironing service. Lakkidi Viewpoint is 12 km from the accommodation, while Karlad Lake is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 82 km from Jeevess Ayurveda Resort.Show full description
Featuring a garden, Wild Planet Jungle Resort is situated in Devāla. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. The property has a restaurant. Guest rooms in the resort are fitted with a kettle. Wild Planet Jungle Resort provides some rooms with mountain views, and rooms are fitted with a balcony. All guest rooms include a wardrobe. An Asian breakfast is available every morning at the accommodation. Wild Planet Jungle Resort offers a children's playground. Wayanad is 41 km from the resort. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 90 km from Wild Planet Jungle Resort.Show full description
Newly opened, October 2023. Situated in Muthanga, 15 km from Ancient Jain Temple, Tree House Wayanad features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is around 25 km from Edakkal Caves, 25 km from Heritage Museum and 44 km from Kanthanpara Waterfalls. The property is non-smoking and is located 22 km from Neelimala Viewpoint. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while some rooms have a balcony. You can play table tennis and tennis at the resort, and the area is popular for fishing. Speaking Arabic, English, Hindi and Malayalam, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 101 km from Tree House Wayanad.Show full description
Beach front location. Cosy.Opened November 2021. Wayanad Mace Mansion features a fitness centre, a garden and a sun terrace with swimming pool and continental breakfast in Kenichira. Featuring a kids' club, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Guests at Wayanad Mace Mansion will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kenichira, like cycling. Kuruvadweep is 17 km from Wayanad Mace Mansion, while Ancient Jain Temple is 19 km away. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. At the resort, every room is equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units include a safety deposit box. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, 82 km from the resort.Show full description
Opened August 2022. Located in Sultan Bathery, less than 1 km from Ancient Jain Temple, The Shire provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. The property is around 10 km from Edakkal Caves, 11 km from Heritage Museum and 20 km from Neelimala Viewpoint. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. Kanthanpara Waterfalls is 29 km from the resort, while Kuruvadweep is 35 km away. The nearest airport is Kannur International, 100 km from The Shire, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Luxurious. Lovely interior design.Opened September 2021. Situated in Sultan Bathery, 4 km from Ancient Jain Temple, Saptha Resort and Spa features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a garden, the property also has a shared lounge, as well as a terrace. The accommodation provides a kids' club, room service and currency exchange for guests. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. At Saptha Resort and Spa the rooms have bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Indian and local cuisine. Vegetarian, halal and gluten-free options can also be requested. At Saptha Resort and Spa guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. You can play table tennis at the resort, and the area is popular for snorkelling and cycling. Staff speak English, Hindi, Kannada and Malayalam at the 24-hour front desk. Edakkal Caves is 14 km from Saptha Resort and Spa, while Heritage Museum is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, 103 km from the accommodation.Show full description
900 Woods Wayanad Eco Resort - 300 Acre Forest Property Near Glass Bridge is offering accommodation 9 km from Meppadi. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All guest rooms feature a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests at the resort can enjoy a à la carte or a vegetarian breakfast. You can play darts at 900 Woods Wayanad Eco Resort - 300 Acre Forest Property Near Glass Bridge, and car hire is available. The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, 114 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, October 2023. Located within 3.7 km of Pookode Lake and 6.3 km of Lakkidi Viewpoint in Vayittiri, Mountain Manor features accommodation with seating area. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a family-friendly restaurant and an outdoor fireplace. Guests at Mountain Manor can enjoy darts on-site, or walking tours in the surroundings. The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, 76 km from Mountain Manor. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. Opening to a balcony with mountain, river or garden views, all units are fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and kitchenware. All units are equipped with a kettle, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a terrace and some have lake views. At the homestay, all units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop and lounge. For guests with children, the homestay offers an indoor play area, outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. Thusharagiri Falls is 21 km from the accommodation, while Karlad Lake is 21 km away.Show full description
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