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The Carlton

Lake Road, Kodaikanal 624101, India
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The Carlton
Ranked #3 of 61 hotels in Kodaikanal
4.5 of 5 stars 105 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Very good(5)
  • Hill stations(3)
  • Honeymoon package(3)
  • Hotel staff(3)
  • South indian(3)
  • Great food(3)
  • Play area(3)
  • Lake view(3)
  • Boat ride(3)
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Chennai, india
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Its absolute monopoly with this place. The best of location, view, accessibility, food, activities. Right from the private Shikara boat ride, cycles, the in house activities, the club house, the bar, the restaurant, its all a perfect blend. Of course the peak season price is something to be bothered about but then if you are the kind who like a... More

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Mumbai, India
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012 via mobile

This was pretty much the default place for 4 families which went to kodai in end-apr, beginning may. Great weather with cloudy mists rolling over the lake in the afternoon followed by a mild to heavy shower. Do consider rooms 107 onwards if you want a great view but are not concerned too much about privacy on the balcony. Good... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Certainly the best located hotel in kodai if you are looking at staying by the lake and want activities at walking distance. Nice rooms especially the lake facing ones on the front with huge individual balconies. Good food and good amount of activities (indoor as well as outdoor) to do. Service level was good as well. inspite of the proximity... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012 via mobile

We enjoyed a lot ,particullary my childrens enjoyed.Nice location ,excellent service.very convinent place to go boating ,shopping and cycling.Room view is excellent.You can enjoy and relax over there. Thanks to rakheja hospitality. Sudhakar

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Chennai, India
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
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The hotel is neat & clean. Service is good and food is nice. The deluxe room that we stayed in had a excellent lake view. The hotel is situated in the most central area, so if you step out of your room you can hear a lot of horn and people shouting & having fun. We had stayed in this... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012
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Initially reserved in Kodai International...An old and poorly maintained property! Then checked in at Carlton immendiately...was jus perfect...da location,the convinience for boating n cycling...jus perfect!! Staff were friendly, prompt and sweet...a brilliant summer holiday with my niece n nephew!!! Thank you Carlton!!! N specially Mr.bobby...very nice man!!!

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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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We had a pleasurable stay at the Carlton. The grounds are beautiful and well kept. The hotel is by a lake which is a nice walk. The hotel has the charm of a country club from years past and with this comes rooms that are a bit dated. There's a fitness center but not alot offered. Overall a nice experience

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delhi
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012
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My first visit to a hill station down south.. Carlton was a good hotel that i chose.. My girl really liked the place.. the hotel is by the lake .. Food was good .. All and all a good place to relax :)

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Kuwait City, Kuwait
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2012
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Location is a steal. ON THE LAKESIDE. Just sit in your room balcony and you are transported to another world. Other aspects of the hotel ensure you remain there. Property has colonial charm and is impeccably maintained. Modern facilities and absolutely clean rooms and other areas. very good breakfast and dinner spread. Good menu for room service too. The staff... More

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Mumbai
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2012

Very good location.Enjoyed every minute.Courteous staff and a good spread of food. Rooms,although dated , are extremely well maintained. Many recreation facilities such as badminton court,bicycles,and boating.

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  • Carlton Hotel Kodaikanal
  • Carlton Kodaikanal
Address: Lake Road, Kodaikanal 624101, India
Price range (per night):* INR8,962 - 14,563

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