Mani Vihar
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.

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.

Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.

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 Mani Vihar

Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group

Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
It's beautiful from outside but horrible inside Staff is useless and hopeless Amenities is very old, drain clogged every single day. Hot water is an issue. Tv not working and power cut anytime
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Great stay
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

The Serai Bandipur
Great location
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024

Relax In Homestay

Hotel Silver Oak
Other neighbourhoods around Mani Vihar

Upper Bazar
While Upper Bazar might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mudumalai National Park and Ooty Rose Garden.

Fern Hill
If you're spending some time in Fern Hill, Cairn Hill and Second World War Memorial Pillar are top sights worth seeing.

Kandal
While visiting Kandal, you might make a stop by sights like Arranmore Palace and Government Museum.

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.
