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.
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 Mani Vihar
Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group
I felt compelled to write this because our stay at this hotel was genuinely the best we’ve ever experienced. The hospitality was exceptional—every staff member, from security to the reception and restaurant teams, greeted us with a smile and went out of their way to make us feel completely at home. ...
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
Yes very good
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
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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
Mango Hill Shola Ooty
It’s an excellent new hotel and well maintained property. Courteous staff and immaculate house keeping. Food at Buffet breakfast and dinner is quite extensive and tasty. I wish the property were renting scooters to go to city and sight seeing. Auto or cab is the only mode of transportation. Majority ...
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2025
The Serai Bandipur
Great location
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Mani Vihar
Upper Bazar
If you're spending some time in Upper Bazar, Mudumalai National Park and Upper Bhavani Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Fern Hill
If you're spending some time in Fern Hill, Cairn Hill and Lady Canning's Seat 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.
