On a hillside with woodland and valley views, this relaxed hotel in a colonial, English mansion-style building is 1.3 km from Nainital Lake and 1.6 km from the scenic Snow View Point, a

mountaintop spot featuring a ropeway and panoramic views of the Himalayas.

The simple rooms have wood floors and ceilings, and come with elegant furnishings. All also offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Suites add sitting areas; some also have 2 bedrooms.

Amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a casual restaurant in an atrium. There's also relaxed TV lounge with a piano.