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About the Hotel

Lake Road, Kodaikanal, India, 624101

Discover luxury at The Carlton Kodaikanal, a 5-star hotel featuring a range of amenities, including a health club, spa, and fine dining options. The hotel is renowned for its picturesque views of Kodaikanal Lake and proximity to major tourist attractions and outdoor activities.

Rooms & Amenities

The Carlton Kodaikanal offers 91 luxurious rooms, including Deluxe Rooms, Super Deluxe Rooms, Executive Suites, and charming cottages, all featuring private balconies with lake views. Each accommodation is equipped with modern amenities and stylish decor, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Dining Options

Dining options at The Carlton include The Silver Oak, offering authentic multi-cuisine delicacies, and The Hearth Coffee Cafe, perfect for enjoying coffee. The End of The Road Bar provides a relaxing atmosphere to unwind with cocktails while overlooking Kodaikanal Lake.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure facilities feature a health club, spa with various therapies, and recreational activities like cycling, trekking, and wildlife tours. The terrace gardens enhance the hotel experience, offering scenic views and opportunities for relaxation.

Services & Business

The Carlton Kodaikanal provides business facilities, including conference and banquet halls equipped for seamless event hosting. Additionally, a dedicated travel desk assists with transportation and local tours, enhancing guest convenience.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Cottage

Max:

2 persons

46 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Lake view

Shower

Heating

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Premium Cottage

Max:

2 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Lake view

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Lake view

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Kodaikanal1700 ft

Airports

Madurai (IXM) 83.7 mi

Coimbatore International (CJB) 110.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Selection!

“The food was good, with a great range of options for both breakfast and dinner that catered to all tastes.” view full review

Revitalizing Massages

“I had an very nice foot massage that was perfectly soothing and helped me unwind after a long day.” view full review

Enjoyable Activities

“The clubhouse was fantastic, offering a variety of complimentary games, ensuring plenty of fun during our stay.” view full review

Cozy Shared Spaces

“The communal areas were comfortable and welcoming, perfect for relaxing and enjoying family time.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Currency exchange
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Snorkeling
Cycling
Badminton
Pool tables
Table tennis
Squash

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Playpen
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Entertainment
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness center
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Make up services

Room features

Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Lake Road, Kodaikanal, India, 624101

Map view

Lake Road, Kodaikanal, India, 624101

City landmarks

Coaker's Walk

4800 ft

Parks

Bryant Park

4800 ft

Kodaikanal Road

Kodaikanal Lake

4800 ft

Church

Christ the King Church

2700 ft

Church

La Saleth Church

4200 ft

Waterfall

Bear Shola Falls

1.2 mi

Theni-Allinagaram

Lake View Point

4900 ft

Lakeside cycling

4800 ft

Shopping Area

The Stage Boutique

2100 ft

Bazaar Rd

Avl Travels

2200 ft

Near Abys Cafe

Scaly Trails

2400 ft

Kodaikanal

Kodaikanal Tourist Office

2500 ft

Coaker's Walk

Telescope house

2600 ft

Kodaikanal

Doordarshan Kendra

3300 ft

Sacred Heart College

Sacred Heart College Museum

1.8 mi

Museums

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

1.6 mi

Lake Rd

7D Theater

4800 ft

Laws Ghat Rd

Museum

4700 ft

Upper Lake View Point

4500 ft

Museums

Natural History Museum

4700 ft

Moonjikkal

Sacred Heart Church

4800 ft

Upper Lake Rd

Upper Lake View

1.7 mi

Dindigul

Vattakanal Water Falls

2.0 mi

Nearby

Near Fairy Fall Road

Dolmen Circle

1300 ft

Museums

Shembaganur Museum of Natural History

1300 ft

Palni Hills

Astrophysical Observatory

1300 ft

Palani Hills 4 Km From Kodaikanal

Solar Physical Observatory

1300 ft

Golf Links Rd

Wax Museum

1300 ft

Dindigul District

Subrahmanya Temple

1300 ft

Poombarai Village

Kuzhanthai Velappar Temple

1300 ft

Restaurants

Hilltop Inn

1300 ft

150 Club Road Hill Top Towers

Tava

1100 ft

Poet Tyagaraja Road Satya Complex

Lake View

1.1 mi

Papa John's India

1500 ft

C/o Hilltop Oven

NiasTreats

1100 ft

Poet Tyagarajar Road Seven Roads Junction

Ten Degrees

1300 ft

P T Road First floor

Abys Cafe

1200 ft

Poet Tygaraja Road Opp. Aavin Milk Union

Freshy's

1000 ft

Inside Subway

Cloud Street

1600 ft

P.T. Road 1st Floor

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

beautiful location

excellent service

slightly overpriced dining

lack of smart TV features

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.7

Service

8.7

Dining

7.7

4.5/5 based on 1308 reviews

#3 of 184 hotels in Kodaikanal based on Tripadvisor

Phil

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.4/10

Staying in the lake-facing suite room 417 was like the icing on the cake for me at this hotel. The service was excellent, creating wonderful 'forever' memories, although it could have been even better with smarter TV features in the rooms. The location is truly the best in Kodaikanal, offering a peaceful lakeside experience with exclusive access to cycles and boating. Dining was good but seemed slightly overpriced. Overall, a great hotel with some room for improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The suite room with a lake view was a fantastic choice, making my stay truly memorable.

Service

8.0

The service was excellent and very kind, creating unforgettable memories. The personal involvement of managers was a nice touch, although the service could be more helpful in some aspects.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location on the edge of the lake is unbeatable, offering peaceful surroundings and convenient access to unique guest activities like cycling and boating.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, catering to various preferences, but it felt slightly overpriced for the offerings.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities catering to guests' needs, ensuring a comfortable stay.

beautiful location

slightly overpriced dining

Anne

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.8/10

The hotel is superbly located facing the lake with neat, clean, and well-serviced rooms, making for a very comfortable stay. The service is exceptionally attentive, especially for the fantastic lake-facing rooms, with very warm and welcoming staff that go out of their way to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience. The hotel boasts the best location in Kodaikanal right at the Kodai Lake, offering a prime spot to enjoy the surroundings. However, the dining options might be considered overpriced by some, with an alternative recommendation to visit Carlton Club for indoor games. Overall, a great choice for a stay in Kodaikanal.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are very well located facing the lake, neat & clean, and well serviced, making for a very comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The service is very attentive, with staff that are warm and welcoming, making our stay an enjoyable and memorable one.

Location

10.0

The hotel has the best location in Kodaikanal, right in front of the lake, offering the best view one can get in Kodaikanal.

Dining

7.0

The dining may be considered overpriced by some, with a suggestion to visit Carlton Club for an alternative experience.

Facilities

The hotel offers a range of facilities for a comfortable stay.

Tom

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

I had an amazing stay at the hotel with spacious rooms offering balconies overlooking the scenic beauty of Kodai Lake. The rooms were clean, well-equipped, and had a great view of the lake from the large balcony. The service from the entire team, including room service and other amenities, was exceptional, reflecting a proud organizational culture. The location in Kodaikanal was beautiful, well-maintained, and conveniently close to the bus stop. The dining experience, especially breakfast and dinner, was satisfying with a variety of delicious items to choose from. Overall, the hotel provided great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and offered balconies with a lovely view of Kodai Lake.

Service

9.0

The service provided by the friendly and courteous staff members was exceptional. They excelled in all aspects, ensuring a delightful stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in Kodaikanal was excellent, offering beautiful surroundings and easy access to the bus stop.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the dining experience with a variety of delicious options for breakfast and dinner. The homemade cakes were a delightful touch.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, enhancing the overall experience for guests.

Winifred

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms are impressive and very comfortable with an amazing view of the garden and the lake to enjoy sightseeing from the balcony. Although some rooms don't offer a direct lake view, they still come with balconies for a relaxing stay. The service was top-notch with a strong personal touch from the managers, although there was a minor issue with billing. The location is perfect, right on Kodai Lake, offering convenience for exploring the area. The dining options were diverse and delicious. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were impressive and very comfortable with an amazing view of the garden and the lake to enjoy sightseeing from the balcony.

Service

8.0

The service was excellent, with a strong personal touch from the managers. However, there was a slight hiccup with billing for a dinner that was already included in the room rate.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right on Kodai Lake, the biggest attraction of Kodaikanal, offering a great place for a relaxing trip with convenient access to nearby attractions.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were diverse and mouth-watering, catering to various tastes and preferences.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers a wide range of facilities and amenities to enhance your stay.

John

United Kingdom, July 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms offering a view of the water, but the dining options left something to be desired. The service was exceptional, and the prime location overlooking the lake was truly spectacular.

Rooms

9.0

My room faced the lake and provided great scenic views. It was a lovely experience to wake up to such a beautiful sight.

Service

9.0

The staff at the hotel were well trained, courteous, and cooperative, making my stay very pleasant.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in front of the lake was simply breathtaking, offering the best views in Kodaikanal.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, catering to various preferences. However, the prices seemed a bit high for some items.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities, including access to the Carlton Boat Club and scenic bicycle rides around the lake.

Charlotte

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.8/10

The hotel offers stunning lake views from the well-laid rooms with balconies, perfect for enjoying the cozy climate. The service is top-notch, ensuring a memorable vacation. The location, right on Kodai Lake, provides peaceful surroundings and easy access to local attractions.

Rooms

9.0

My room had the facility of a beautiful lake view, creating a relaxing atmosphere. The layout was well thought out, and the balcony offered a perfect spot to enjoy the chilled climate.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly courteous and helpful, managing everything seamlessly behind the scenes to make my stay memorable.

Location

9.0

The hotel is situated right on Kodai Lake, offering a serene environment and convenient access to nearby attractions and activities.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent, with a wide range of tasty options to choose from daily, adding to the overall enjoyment of the stay.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay with a range of amenities to cater to all needs.