Set amid the lush green hills of the village of Chinnakanal, this upscale, rural hotel is 12 km from the tea plantations of Kolukkumalai and 49 km from Pampadum Shola National Park.

Airy, modern rooms with wood furnishings and colourful accents feature flat-screen TVs and balconies or terraces. Suites add separate sitting rooms. Studios and 1- and 2-bedroom apartments are also available, and room service is offered.

Free perks include parking and breakfast. There's an international restaurant and a club house with games, as well as a kids' play area and a garden with seating.