  
A Perfect Destination To Escape The Heat of Plains
Travel to a picturesque little hill resort, Ranikhet, which literally means ‘The Queen’s Field’, was named after the wife of a 12 th century ruler, Sudhar Deve.
However, there is no evidence to suggest that the queen ever lived here, and the land remained in the hands of farmers for centuries.
Ranikhet was a forgotten town until the British stumbled upon it, in 1869. For the English, the plains of India, which could fry like a furnace in summer, were excruciating. Come May, and they needed to make a quick getaway to the mountains. Which is why, in summertime, the capital of British India shifted from Delhi to the more salubrious climes of Simla. The heat and dust of the North is probably what motivated the English to ‘discover’ Ranikhet as well, and they converted it into military cantonment. Trishul Lodge, Ranikhet
One can sit in the verandah or the garden of the lodge and enjoy the Himalayan snowclad peaks or watch birds. The lodge itself provides one with excellent birding opportunities. There are also numerous extremely rewarding walks through the terraced fields into thickly wooded pine & oak forest. Golfers could play in one of the best golf courses in the Himalayas. One can also visit the war museum in Ranikhet.The Trishul Lodge is a good base for travellers who wish to visit nearby places such as Sheetlakhet, Chaubatia gardens, Jageshwar, Almora etc. Windsor Lodge, Ranikhet The Windsor Lodge & Hotel is a fusion of modern comforts and colonial splendour. This heritage property is situated in Kalika Estate, village Dadgallia, just outside the Ranikhet cantonment limits. It is connected by an all weather 300 meter long pucca road, which branches off from the Ranikhet-Almora highway. It nestles against the backdrop of towering trees amidst serene surrounding, away from the bustle of township of Ranikhet. West View Hotel, Ranikhet
Amidst all the natural beauty situated on a plateau overlooking the west valley,surrounded by pine and fir forests, covering an area of 5.25 acres stands 'The West View'. A family run business since 1957, with heritage buildings dating back to 1918 Cost Plus Resort, Ranikhet "The Boutique Resort" is situated on main Ranikhet Almora road, in Majkhali, around 4 Km away from Ranikhet Golf Course and 8 Krn from Ranikhet Market. This is one of its own kind, the finest and a different property of Ranikhet in the heart of Kumaon hills. Cost Plus Resort is a luxurious mountain Resort, kept with all amenities of modern day living with the nature also around. It is an ideal destination for mixing relaxation with pleasure or it is a relaxed home away from home without any disturbance. Ranikhet Inn, Ranikhet Ranikhet Inn welcome you to luxury, comfort and hospitality. We provide our esteemed customers the best of everything. Situated at the heart of the picturesque Ranikhet town, Ranikhet Inn offers a panoramic view of the Himalayan range. The ambience inside the hotel provides you the most sought after privacy. The hotel is equipped with a multi-cuisine restaurant and all the other facilities that you might ask for.  Chevron Rosemount, Ranikhet
Lying in the heart of pristine valleys carpeted with flowers and dainty streams of water is the Rosemount Resort. Enveloped in the grandeur of Ranikhet, this heritage hotel originally built by the British extends the charms of a glorious era. It offers palatial rooms and dinning halls, and boasts of expanses of green of nature safaris, fishing zones, tennis and croquette courts, a gloff course and much more.   Holm Farm Heritage, Ranikhet
Facing the magnificence of the sacred Himalayas and encompassing an enchanting sprawl of a 13-acre virgin orchard, the Holm Farm Heritage is an incredible combination of the traditional and the modern. This Majestic Bungalow has six comfortable suite and a museum like lobby with pinewood floor, ceiling, century old Hand painted wall paper, an antique piano , old colonial furniture and much more which itself tells the remaining story of the bungalow. At Holm Farm Heritage we don’t believe in treating you as a customer. Kalawati Retreat, Ranikhet
The resort has seven luxurious room, all are en-suits each with large balcony and spectacular sunset view. All bed rooms and bath rooms have modern facilities including hot shower, specially designed for the comfort of our esteemed guests, and Well suited to domestic and foreign tourist. It is an ideal place to take rest from the day to day grind of busy life- infect ourresort good value for money.  Bhimtal
The myth goes that the lake was built during the Mahabharata era. You can get taxis and buses at regular interval from Nainital. On the Nainital-Bhimtal road is Mahra Village. Here through the efforts of Dr. Yashodhra Mathpal a rich collection of the cultural and archeological items have been made. These artifacts from the Uttrakhand region gives you an insight into the cultural heritage of this area. At Bhimtal you can enjoy boating and have food at the restaurant on the island in middle of the lake. Bhimtal is 23 kms from Nainital and there are good accommodation facilities at the place. Naukuchia Lake Just four kms from Bhimtal is lake with nine corners hence it is known as the Naukutchia lake. This is an ideal place to spend your holidays and relax. The lake is full of lotus and is surrounded by forest with a backdrop of the mountains, all this creates an ideal condition to enjoy boating in here or sit on the banks and feel the breeze coming from the lake. There are regular bus and taxi services to this place and the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam has got its rest house where you can stay. Other Informations Accessibility By Air : Pantnagar 70 Kms from Nainital is the nearest air port . By Rail : Kathgodam 35 Kms. away is the last terminus of broad gauze line of North East Railways connecting Nainital with Delhi,Dehradun & Howarah. By Road : Nainital is connected to National Highway No. 87. Regular roadways buses run from Delhi, Agra, Dehradun, Haridwar, Lucknow, Kanpur & Bareilly daily . Beside this luxury coaches are available from Delhi for this place . Best to Visit : Ranikhet can be visited throughout the year. However, it experiences snowfall in winters. |
