Stone House Area
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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.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
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 Stone House Area
Hotel Glanton Manor
Ponmari Residency
This hotel is the perfect example of what it is not as being portrayed as! Photos look great, this place is a dump! Very dirty, spiders everywhere are hotel bed sheets still had hair from the previous guests take a look at the tub in the photo! Cost more money than this damn break chain with breakfast, ...
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2023
Oriental Grand
Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group
Staff- beyond excellent Room - well equipped Cleanliness- spotless Amenities - plenty Staff went out of their way to make our stay comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
Yes very good
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Great stay
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stone House Area
Upper Bazar
If you're spending some time in Upper Bazar, Mudumalai National Park and Upper Bhavani Lake are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Kandal
While visiting Kandal, you might make a stop by sights like Arranmore Palace and Government Museum.
