Te Aroha Dhanachuli  

Tucked into Nainital’s hill country, Te Aroha Dhanachuli is a Victorian-style hideaway with easy reach to local sights. It sits about 15.2 mi from Ghorakhal Temple, roughly 26.7 mi from Nainital Lake, and around 27 mi from Naina Devi Temple and Snow View Point. A family-friendly pick for travelers wanting hillside calm.

This compact 4-star spot has just 10 guestrooms with private balconies and iPod docking stations. Expect classic Victorian touches, private bathrooms with showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, plus free wireless internet. There’s a rooftop terrace and garden for quiet views, an arcade/game room, and on-call babysitting/childcare (surcharge).

Rent a bicycle to explore nearby lanes, lounge on the rooftop terrace, or browse the gift shop. Wake up to balcony views and grab a complimentary newspaper in the lobby. Front-desk service runs 24 hours, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available; airport shuttle and train pick-up can be arranged for a surcharge.

Event-ready with a conference center and meeting room. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected and the 24-hour front desk helps with logistics.

The Oaks restaurant serves lunch and dinner on-site, and a coffee shop/café offers lighter bites. Room service is available during limited hours, and full breakfasts are offered daily for a fee.