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The Carlton

5.0 star property
Lakefront resort with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Bar (on property)
Executive Suite
Exterior
Front of property
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025

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Map
Lake Road, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, 624101
  • Lutheran Church
    1 min walk
  • Kodaikanal Lake
    5 min walk
  • Ten Degrees
    1 min walk
  • Andipatti Station
    82 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Single Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Standard room Non lake facing

Standard room Non lake facing

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 42.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Cottage

Premium Cottage

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed
Portable fan
  • 49 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Cottage

Deluxe Cottage

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cottage

Superior Cottage

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Kodaikanal

A luxury stay in Kodaikanal awaits you at The Carlton. You'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Bryant Park and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Kurinji Temple. Highlights at this family-friendly resort include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa and a golf course. .A day of pampering can include massages, body wraps and mani/pedis. The buffet restaurant, The Silver Oak, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the free kids' club, 24-hour gym, indoor tennis court and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a conference centre. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .With a stay at this 5-property class Kodaikanal resort, you'll be 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Silver Cascade Falls and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Kodaikanal Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Kodaikanal Lake - 5 min walk
  • Bryant Park - 6 min walk
  • Palani Hills - 9 min drive
  • Pillar Rocks - 11 min drive
  • Silver Cascade Falls - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Madurai (IXM) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Astoria Veg Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Astoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cream Centre Veg Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Coffee Day - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel kovai Annapoorna - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Carlton

Lakefront resort with 3 restaurants and full-service spa
The Carlton offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and an indoor tennis court. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this resort measures 3500 square feet (325 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A hot tub, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a sauna are also featured at the luxury The Carlton. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kodaikanal resort.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 3500 sq ft of conference space
  • 325 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1985
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Carlton offers 91 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Kodaikanal resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English, Hindi

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Hearth
  • The Silver Oak
  • The Terrace

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (3,500 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Carlton

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 6000.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: INR 6000 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 6000.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 8 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Carlton Hotel Kodaikanal
Carlton Kodaikanal
Carlton Resort Kodaikanal
The Carlton Resort
The Carlton Kodaikanal
The Carlton Resort Kodaikanal

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Carlton?

The Carlton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carlton?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carlton on 5 Jan 2025 start from AU$306.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Carlton?

Yep, The Carlton has a free self car park, free valet parking, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a spa on site at The Carlton?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Carlton. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

What makes The Carlton a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Carlton.

Is The Carlton family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, free babysitting and a playground, it's no surprise that The Carlton is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Carlton?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does The Carlton serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carlton?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Carlton?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carlton?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Carlton?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Carlton Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Siva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Mandyam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is not worthy of a 5-star designation. The rooms are small, and sparsely furnished.

8/10 Good

Srinivasan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Syeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prime location, pretty views, and good food
The hotel is located at the heart of the settlement, with most rooms facing the Kodai lake. The close proximity to the lake and the surrounding market makes this a prime tourist spot. The rooms are standard-grade 5-star offerings. The cottages are the highlight. Although just marginally expensive than the premium rooms, they come with three rooms, plus a bathroom, and a garden. The bathrooms have a bathtub which is the cherry on the top, and quite rare in the region. The food offers plenty of variety, with the buffet consisting of over a dozen options. In terms of added facilities, have indoor games like air hockey, TT, tennis, as well as spa services. The lush green gardens are a highlight, with swings, see-saws, and other contraptions for both children and adults.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANSHUL

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Poonam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Kailash

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

VIJAYALAKSHMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing experience, we enjoyed the very comfortable stay and delicious food and excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Smart hotel great location beautiful surroundings good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tell the Truth
Checking in a little rough! They wanted to take our picture! We asked why! They said marketing! We said no! Then they changed their story to taking a picture was a government regulation! No other 4-5 Star Hotel dit this?
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel receptionist not attend phone calls & when check out take a longer time ( more than 25 min) waiting. This hotel put clothing sales for three weeks from 02/02/2018 onward. So the clothing sales persons very crowded every were the hotel common areas from 01/02/2018.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Anurag

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a family vacation
Great location, ambience, food and facilities. Service especially in restaurant and room service can be improved. Need to improve accessibility of lower floors. As a family with small kid and stroller it was hard to move up/down the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

kiran kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
carlton staff is very warm
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

K, Indianapolis,IN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with good staff, good food and nice service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Sanjeev

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with good lake view
We went to Kodi just to relax. No plans to see places as most of the time famous places are either overcrowded and/or not properly managed. Most of the time we were at the hotel relaxing or enjoying hotel facilities. We enjoyed our time. 3rd day we went to see nearby falls but there was no rain so no water. Nobody bothered to tell this to us. So half way we cancelled our sightseeing and went back to hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Rupesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Hotel
Excellent place for family enjoyment...

8/10 Good

Ashok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not value for money spent
It was nice excepting the passage from lobby to the lift not kept well..

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good hospitality, decent and a cooperative staff.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location
Loved the stay.... Ideal for 3-4 nights Can do a bit better in the entertainment section Though a lot to do for smaller kids.

8/10 Good

Christian, Zurich, Switzerland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, unique
Nice hotel build in stone and wood, it is romantic and special. It is probably the best hotel in Kodaikanal. You feel back in old times. The service is very attentionate. Good restaurant.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service at very comfortable hotel
Stayed at the Carlton for 4 nights and was lucky to enjoy good weather for 2 days. Room was very comfortable, only room for improvement is the sound-proofing. Food and service from very attentive staff was excellent. Enjoyed a cocktail in the ambient bar and a cycle round the lake. The complimentary tour and paddle boat ride were appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
perfect holiday destination specially with the small kids had a awesome holiday

10/10 Excellent

RANAJIT, Delhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply the best in Kodaikanal
Excellent Location and very enjoyable complementary boat ride

8/10 Good

Riaz, Chennai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A good hotel opposite the lake
A nice hotel in front of the lake over seeing it . Guess it's the only star hotel in Kodaikanal facing the lake . The rooms were nice and cosy . Service was decent upto five star levels. Nothing much to rave Abt the food but , but that's the case in hill stations always . Overall a nice place to be in .