Sterling Ooty Elk Hill

Perched on Elk Hill in Ooty with unobstructed views of the Ooty valley and the Nilgiri hills. Minutes from the Government Museum and a short walk to Upper Bhavani Lake. Close to the Nilgiri Mountain Railway and Mudumalai National Park — a family-friendly base for hill-station adventures.

The property leans into local rail heritage with a themed lobby featuring a working model train. Rooms and refurbished suites are generous — including 2‑bedroom family suites up to 520 sq ft — with LED/LCD TVs, minibars, complimentary bottled water and daily housekeeping. Bathrooms have showers (toothbrushes and toothpaste provided) and select spots offer sweeping valley views and an observatory for private dining.

Subuthi Spa offers signature and Ayurvedic treatments alongside mini-treatments and international regimens. Kids get a dedicated Discovery Central, arcade/game room and supervised activities. There’s a garden with valley views, barbecue grills, complimentary on-the-go breakfast (daily 7:30–10:30), free valet parking and an airport shuttle available on request (surcharge). Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected — wake up to fresh mountain air and valley vistas.

Business center, concierge and tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. Complimentary newspapers in the lobby and reliable wireless internet make work-on-the-go simple.

Nilgiri Express serves quaint, railway-themed dining and regional flavors. A LOCAL restobar highlights traditional Badaga recipes alongside international drinks. There’s also a coffee shop/café, bar/lounge and room service, plus the option for celebratory private dining at the observatory.