Ooty: Top Hotels, Restaurants & Places to Visit
Best Hotels in Ooty
Zostel
Zostel in Ooty is at a perfect location just 2.5km away from Ooty lake. It is a great place for a quick stay or a lengthy workcation! With delicious food, clean dorms and good network connectivity, this Zostel has it all. Female-only dorms are also available.
Beverly Villa
Beverly Villa is a well-kept property with great hospitality and polite staff. The rooms are clean, spacious, and equipped with all necessary amenities. The location is easily accessible and offers a wonderful view. Caution: Unmarried couples are not allowed in this property
Savoy, Ooty - IHCL SeleQtions
Taj Savoy has beautiful cozy cottages and a courteous staff, and they offer tons of activities including horse riding and cycling amidst nature. Tip: If you are going as a couple, do book a candlelight dinner to have some amazing time and food with your partner!
Turrett Cottages, Ooty
Turrett cottage is an English-styled antique cottage in the heart of Ooty. They have arrangements for barbeque and can host up to 9 guests. It is perfect for a family or a group of 6 and above. Tip: If you are a smaller group, checkout Stumpfields, Honeysuckle Suite
Best Restaurants in Ooty
Earl's Secret
Located away from the crowded regions of Ooty, Earl's Secret is built inside a colonial-era bungalow that provides marvelous views of the valley. Must try foods are chocolate brownie, pesto pasta, veg kebabs, chicken roulade & shahi tukda.
The Periodic Table & Le Cafe
Inspired by European style, Le Cafe is an open-air cafe renowned for its amazing ambiance and delectable food. The highlight of the restaurant is its design, adorned with colorful flowers. Don't miss their wood-fired pizza, sandwiches & burgers.
Cafe Diem, Coonoor
Cafe Diem is a picturesque hillside cafe featuring a beautiful garden and stunning views of the Nilgiri hills. Mushroom tarts, Cheese tarts, Grilled Paninis, Pumpkin Coconut Soup and Nolen gur ice cream are some must try dishes.
Sugar Dribble
If you're craving desserts, Sugar Dribble is the ultimate spot in Ooty. With vintage windows, wooden panels, and quirky interiors, it provides a refreshing ambiance perfect for indulging your sweet tooth.
Moddy's Chocolates
Indulge in your chocolate fantasies with Moddy's finely handcrafted, melt-in-your-mouth chocolates, renowned for their impeccable quality ingredients and freshness. My personal favourite is the roasted almond dark chocolate.
Best Places to Visit in Ooty
Highfield Tea Factory, Coonoor
Ooty is a paradise for tea lovers so a visit to a tea estate and factory is must. There are many tea estates in Ooty itself, but we chose this as it is not crowded and provides a free of cost factory tour. You can take toy train ride to Coonoor from Ooty to enjoy stunning views.
Pykara Lake and Falls
Boating at Pykara Lake is one of the top things to do in Ooty. It is exceptionally clean and blue leaving you in awe of the beautiful scenery. If you are a thrill seeker speed boat is advised.
Doddabetta Peak
Doddabetta Peak, the highest point in the Nilgiris Mountains, offers breathtaking panoramic views of Ooty and its lush surroundings. The peak is home to a well-maintained observatory with telescopes, providing visitors a closer look at the stunning landscape.
Tips
Apart from Monsoons (June to August), Ooty is a treat almost all around the year.
If you love long drives, you will definitely enjoy the drive from Bangalore to Ooty and Bangalore is well connected by all major cities of India. Also, having a car in Ooty is recommended.
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