Amber Dale Munnar-Kondody Hotels

On a leafy hillside, this upscale hotel with views of the Western Ghats mountains is 2 km from the NH85 national highway and 6 km from the Kolukkumalai tea plantation.

Refined rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and minifridges, as well as sitting areas, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. All feature furnished balconies; some have mountain views. A suite adds a whirlpool bath and separate living space. Room service is provided.

Breakfast (surcharge) is served in an airy restaurant. Other amenities include a spa, a gym and a relaxed lobby lounge, plus a terrace that has a fire pit. There’s also meeting and event space. Parking is available.