Sinclairs Retreat Ooty Hotel, Udagamandalam ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

Book on our site

Up to 10% cheaper

than Booking.com

Key details

About the Hotel

Gorishola Road, Udagamandalam, India

Sinclairs Retreat Ooty is the highest located resort in South India, offering a unique vantage point over the Ooty valley and the nearby Blue Mountains. Nestled amidst the picturesque Nilgiri hills, it has been a preferred summer getaway since British colonial times. The resort provides an array of amenities and activities, making it suitable for both leisure and business travelers. With pristine forests and tea estates surrounding it, the hotel's location is ideal for nature lovers and romantics alike.

Location

Situated 3.5 miles from Ooty town and 65 miles from Coimbatore International Airport, the resort is easily accessible. Guests must carry an RT PCR negative report conducted within 72 hours if traveling from different states. The beautiful setting, enveloped by clouds at 8,000 feet, offers a tranquil ambiance away from urban hustle.

Rooms

The resort offers a variety of accommodations, including Deluxe Rooms, Premier Rooms, Superior Rooms, Deluxe Suites, Nilgiri Suites, and villas. Each room is equipped with premium bedding and separate sitting areas for a comfortable experience. Private bathrooms come with complimentary toiletries, and selected units feature scenic views of the Nilgiris. Amenities such as safes, minibars, and 24-hour room service ensure convenience for guests.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy divine food at the in-house Pine N Petals restaurant, which serves a variety of Indian, Continental, and Chinese cuisines while overlooking beautifully landscaped lawns. The hotel also features a coffee shop where visitors can savor Nilgiri tea accompanied by delightful treats. Light snacks and beverages are available at The Portico, which offers stunning views of the valley, enhancing the dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Sinclairs Retreat Ooty includes several recreational amenities such as a fitness center, a games room with pool and table tennis, and opportunities for indoor badminton. The hotel boasts a conference center and meeting rooms totaling 4000 square feet, making it suitable for business functions. Guests can also partake in outdoor activities like boating, angling, trekking, and mountain biking to explore the region's natural beauty.

View all

Select your room type

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

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Suite

Max:

2 persons

83 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Premier Double Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Mountain view

Shower

Heating

room details

Check Prices

Show all roomsLess

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!

Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Udagamandalam 1.7 mi

Airports

Coimbatore International (CJB) 63.3 mi

Mysore (MYQ) 75.3 mi

Train

Ooty Railway Station 1.7 mi

Fernhills Palace 2.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“I thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast buffet with a variety of tasty items to choose from, setting a perfect tone for the day.” view full review

Spotless Rooms!

“The rooms were incredibly clean and well-maintained, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere during my stay.” view full review

Lovely Ambiance!

“The common areas and lawn were beautifully maintained, providing a serene place to relax and enjoy the city's view.” view full review

Kid-Friendly Fun!

“The expansive lawn areas were perfect for my kids to play, making our family stay very enjoyable and memorable.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Gorishola Road, Udagamandalam, India

Map view

Gorishola Road, Udagamandalam, India

City landmarks

Garden

Government Botanical Garden

2.9 mi

Coonoor

Second World War Memorial Pillar

2700 ft

Church

St Stephen's Church

1.3 mi

Garden

Ooty Rose Garden

3.3 mi

Udhagamandalam

Tribal Research Center

3700 ft

Coonoor

Hidden Valley

1.5 mi

Snowdown Road Ooty Commercial Roadd Ooty

Upper Bhavani Lake

1.3 mi

Stone House Area

Government Museum

2300 ft

Stone House Area

Stone House

2300 ft

Church

Union Church

1.1 mi

Charring Cross

Adam's fountain

4600 ft

Museums

Mini Car Museum

3400 ft

Elk Hill

Elk Hill Murugan Temple

1.0 mi

Church

Holy Trinity Church

1.3 mi

Nagapattinam - Coimbatore - Gundlupet Hwy

Ketti Valley View Point

4600 ft

Market

Tibetan Market

4600 ft

Pagoda

Toda Temple

4900 ft

Ooty

Tiger Hill

5000 ft

Museums

Wax Planet

1.5 mi

Church

Sacred Heart Cathedral

1.0 mi

Nondimedu

Murugan Temple

1.0 mi

Libraries

Nilgiri Library

1.2 mi

Nh 67 Upper Bazaar

Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple

1.1 mi

Nilgiris

Western Catchment

1.7 mi

Ettins Road

Diyanamyam Mutt

1.2 mi

Doddabetta Near Botanical Gardens

Doddabetta

2.7 mi

Lake

Ooty Boat House

2.2 mi

Church

Kandal Cross Roman Catholic Church

1.7 mi

Ooty

Raj Bhawan

1.7 mi

Nearby

Thalayathimund

Ooty View point

900 ft

Restaurants

The Turn Table

3300 ft

Coonoor Road The Grange Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

7.7

Location

7.0

Service

9.0

Dining

6.7

Jack

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.6/10

I had a good and nice time at Sinclairs. The rooms were big, clean, and service was up to the mark. However, some rooms were cramped with dated furniture, and overall cleanliness and maintenance were lacking.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be spacious, clean, and serviced well.

Service

9.0

The service staff, including the Front Office Manager and the travel manager, were very polite and friendly.

Location

7.0

The location was beautiful, surrounded by nature and offering stunning views. It was close to attractions like the botanical garden, rose garden, and Ooty Lake. However, the overall maintenance seemed lacking despite the beauty.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, with tasty food available. However, I experienced issues with Wi-Fi accessibility and some service-related inconveniences.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a beautiful location, but the maintenance of the facilities could have been better.

Michael

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.2/10

The hotel offers well-managed and clean rooms, but they are very small and cannot accommodate four people. The service provided by the staff is excellent, competent, and friendly. The location is superb with nice hospitality; however, the hotel is not maintained as expected. The dining experience has limited variety, and extra charges may apply for kids. Overall, a pleasant stay with great service and cleanliness, despite some size limitations in the rooms.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were well managed, clean, but very small and unable to accommodate four people.

Service

9.0

The service was very excellent, competent, and friendly.

Location

7.0

The location was superb with nice hospitality, but the hotel is not well maintained.

Dining

6.0

The dining had limited variety with potential charges for kids.

Facilities

William

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.4/10

The hotel offers neat and clean rooms with very tasty food, special thanks to Mr Subhajit Sen. However, some rooms lack a great view, and the decor seems a bit outdated. The staff, especially Mr Subhajit Sen, added a lot to our comfort during the stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were neat and clean with very tasty food. Special thanks to Mr Subhajit Sen.

Service

9.0

The staff, particularly Mr Subhajit Sen, were very helpful and made our stay more comfortable. Services like room service, car hire, and housekeeping were excellent.

Location

7.0

The hotel provides a treat for the eyes with a magnificent city view right from the rooms. However, it takes 40 minutes to reach Ooty town due to traffic, and better lighting is needed around the property.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was excellent with tasty dishes, though with limited choices and room for improvement in variety. When the hotel was less busy, the meals were not as impressive.

Facilities

6.0

The lobby areas and bar were very good, but the facility overall needs more variety.