Kandal
Ootacamund
Popular places to visit
Ooty Lake
Relax by the water and go for a paddle on this peaceful lake, just minutes from the busy city center.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
Government Botanical Gardens
At the foot of Doddabetta Mountain, this expansive garden has stunning displays of tropical flowers and an array of rare tree species.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
Pykara Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pykara Lake during your travels in Pykara. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
St. Stephen's Church
One of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris region combines charming architecture and fabulous stained-glass windows in a mystical woodland setting.
Things to do
Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)
Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Ooty Sightseeing and Toy Train Ride –UNESCO Railway One Day Tour
Top hotels in Kandal
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Disappointed with the facilities inside the room. For the price charged for the room stay per night it was bad facilities. Bed was sagging, sofas were super sagging. Room service was not good. Not worth a stay for the value of my money.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025
Hotel Lumino Crown
Treebo Skydale Inn & Suites With Mountain View
Maintance is not so good All the rest is good
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2023
Serenity Suites
The stay is good luxurious experience for a budget price. The staff is very supportive as well. I would recommend this stay to everyone. It is very close to the city centre as well
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025
Treebo Skydale Premium Suites, 1500 Mtrs From Ooty Lake
Clean room. Staff behavior is good.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
The Baron
The room was in good condition. There were no instructions to order room service, get drinking water. No Toothpaste in the room and none available for purchase.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kandal
Mani Vihar
While Mani Vihar might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ooty Lake and Mudumalai National Park.
Fern Hill
If you're spending some time in Fern Hill, Cairn Hill and Lady Canning's Seat are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Bazar
If you're spending some time in Upper Bazar, Mudumalai National Park and Upper Bhavani Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Stone House Area
When in Stone House Area, you can plan a visit to Government Botanical Gardens and Ooty Rose Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
