Explore Ooty: Queen of the Nilgiris!

One of the most famous hill stations of south India, Ooty is all about lush greenery, magnificent churches and tea plantations. In season, Ooty can be a crush of tourists. But the secret to getting the best out of this ‘Queen of the Nilgiris’ is: spend time in the periphery of the town and visit in low season.

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Talking about the accommodation options here, Ooty hotels promise a nice stay experience for the guests. The hill resort has an array of hotels which are spread across several categories including luxury, mid-range, budget, guest houses and beautiful cottages. The luxury options include famous properties such as Taj Savoy Hotel and Fernhills Palace among others. All these plush properties come with a world of facilities and luxuries to make your stay an affair to remember.

Don’t want to splurge on your accommodation on a holiday and still want to avail the luxury and comforts of a luxury property? Well, if the answer is yes then we suggest you to go for wonderful mid-range hotels which are not too heavy on your pocket and promise a memorable stay experience. Some top recommendations for mid-budget Ooty hotels include Howard Johnson the Monarch, The Willow Hills, Sherlock Hotel and Sinclairs Retreat. The hotels offer tasteful decor, rooms with modern amenities and wonderful food- what more can one ask for?

Among the budget Ooty hotels, Hotel Nahar Nilgiris is located in the heart of the town in the Charing Cross area. It has a restaurant and a coffee shop, and offers many packages. Also in Charing Cross is TTDC’s Hotel Tamil Nadu, always a dependable option. Reflections Guest House is walkable from Ooty Station and bang on the northern shore of Ooty Lake. You can also opt for lovely cottages which promise a home away from home experience! In short, the pristine hill station offers a variety of stay options, but during peak season it’s best to make reservations in advance.

The pretty hill station is a delight to explore and experience and a trip to Ooty is a like a heady mix of rolling hills, pristine villages, beautiful lakes and unparalleled views. Some not to miss attractions in Ooty are Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Rose Garden, Wenlock Downs, the Ninth Mile and Doddabetta, the highest peak in the area offering unmatched views of Nilgiri beauty spots. Also, do take a joy ride on Nilgiri Toy Train which is like the biggest USP of the scenic hill town. The train on the narrow gauge promises a beautiful hill ride and a wonderful experience. It leaves Mettupalayam and runs via Hillgrove, Coonoor, Wellington, Ketty and Lovedale to reach Ooty at noon. It starts from Ooty at 3 pm on the return journey and reaches Mettupalayam at 6.35 pm. Don’t miss the toy train if you want to explore the scenic beauty of Ooty to the hilt!

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  • Ooty is one of the famous honeymoon spot in south India. Many newly wedded couple visit in wonderful hill station and have memorable trip.

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