Top 12 Family Resorts In Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu - Updated 2024

Aarti
Aarti 
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Kodaikanal is a beautiful hill town, known for its misty mountains and lush green hills, igneous rock cliffs, lakes, waterfalls, parks, and forest valleys that offer beautiful sceneries and lots of fun things to do. And if you are looking to go somewhere calm and serene for your next family vacation, then we highly recommend seeing Kodaikanal in Tamil Nadu. Along with a great place to go to for a vacation, you must also search for an equally good resort or homestay to set base at, when you are not out and about exploring. The properties on this list come with pools, entertainment areas, fitness centers, and other accommodations to help kids enjoy while the adults relax. Check out this list of the best family resorts in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to family-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. La Flora Highland Paradise (from USD 41)

La Flora Highland Paradise is one of your best options if you’re planning a family getaway in Kodaikanal. Yes, the resort offers some of the most comfortable accommodations in this hill town but it’s more than just a place to rest and sleep. Its location, for instance, allows for easy access to many attractions and activities including the town center where you’ll find plenty of dining and shopping options.

You can also take advantage of the resort’s top-notch facilities and services including a kids’ club, massages, a garden, a restaurant, room service, and tours.

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Coastal Grand High Land Parade

Address: Kurinji Andavar Koil Side Road, Kodaikanal City Center, Kodaikanal, India, 624101
2.62 km (1.7 mi) from Bryant Park

2. The Carlton Kodaikanal (from USD 301)

Planning a family vacation in a luxury resort in Kodaikanal? Here’s a Kodaikanal accommodation for families that lets you fully appreciate the natural beauty of this hilly town. The Carlton sits by the Kodaikanal Lake, a scenic man-made lake that draws in local and international tourists every year. Other attractions you can easily get to from the hotel are Bryant Park and Coakers Walk—both known for their stunning views of the valley.

The Carlton features cozy rooms with a work desk, a wardrobe, a satellite TV, a seating area, and an ensuite bathroom. Guests can also enjoy great hotel amenities and facilities like free WiFi, a restaurant and bar, a spa and wellness center, and a fitness center.

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The Carlton Kodaikanal

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Lake Road, Kodaikanal
541 meters (0.4 ft) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

3. Lilly's Valley Resort (from USD 65)

No matter where you spend your vacation, it is important you stay at a place close to popular attractions, so that visitors see something new every day. Lilly’s Vallet Resort, one of the best resorts in Kodaikanal for families, definitely makes it easier to see and reach all the attractions that are within walking or driving distance from the resort. Attractions include Chettiar Park, Coaker’s Walk, Silver Cascade Falls, Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, and Dolphin Nose among others.

Guests will find everything they need for their comfort and convenience in the rooms such as a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a seating area. Along with all the perks, this stunning resort is also pet-friendly, which makes it easier if you are looking for a place to holiday with your wonderful fur babies.

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Lilly's Valley Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 17/178,Sivanadi road kodaikanal.
1.75 km (1.1 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms

4. Sterling Kodai Valley (from USD 34)

This ship-lookalike property nestled in the hills of Kodaikanal, Sterling Kodai Valley features spa services, free internet, and an on-site restaurant serving local, Chinese and European cuisines. Nestled over 7 acres (2.8 hectares) of sloping land, this property offers air-conditioned apartments that come with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, tea/coffee maker, and private bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy soaking in views of Kodaikanal hills and the valley from the windows. And, get to explore the nearby attractions such as Coaker’s Walk, Bear Shola Falls, Kodaikanal Lake, and more.

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Sterling Kodai Valley

Address: No.25, Pallangi Road, Attuvampatti,
4.21 km (2.7 mi) from Bryant Park

5. Green Pastures - A Hill Country Resort (from USD 67)

If you are looking for a hotel or a resort that serves dishes from around the world, you have to check out Green Pastures - A Hill Country Resort. Located 6 km (3.7 miles) from Kodaikanal Lake, this elegant resort offers aesthetically furnished rooms with a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee maker, an ensuite bathroom with free bath amenities, and a balcony. Besides enjoying pristine views of the waterfalls surrounding the hotel, guests can make full use of the spa, sauna facilities, a business center, a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, and free parking facilities.

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Green Pastures - A Hill Country Resort

Wifi Available

Address: Attuvampatti, Kodaikanal
4.22 km (2.7 mi) from Bryant Park

Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Business centre Laundry Family rooms Games room

6. Sterling Kodai Lake (from USD 155)

There are a few resorts all over the world perfect for outdoor seekers because of how they let you involve with nature. And if you and your family fall under the same category, then we suggest staying at Sterling Kodai Lake. Situated right beside the Kodaikanal Lake, this property offers an area to play cricket, badminton, and to set-up campfires. This self-contained resort comes with modern studios and apartments for your comfort and also features a dining area, TV, and other necessities in each unit. Guests also have complete access to the library, internet cafe, games room, and even barbecue and bicycle rental facilities are made available at the property.

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Sterling Kodai Lake

Wifi Available

Address: 44, Gymkhana Road, Lake View,
1.24 km (0.8 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden

7. Elephant Valley Eco Farm Hotel (from USD 47)

If you enjoy living outdoors, then you must check out what Elephant Valley Eco Farm Hotel in Palani Hills offers. In addition to providing beautiful scenery of tropical greenery from the room windows, this property is spread over 100 acres (40.4 hectares) with its own organic coffee plantation and farm. This serene property has cottages that are made of tents and granite houses and each unit comes with a fan, a safe deposit box, and an attached bathroom. Guests can take advantage of the terrace facility and relax amidst lush greenery, and other recreational activities organized by the hotel’s tour desk such as trekking, bird watching, and horseback riding. This property also features a business center and meeting facilities, and a restaurant that serves a fusion of Indian and European styles of cooking, using ingredients from the fruits and vegetable garden.

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Elephant Valley Eco Farm Hotel

Address: GaneshPuram, Pethupari ,Via Perumal Malai
9.48 km (5.9 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Fishing Laundry

8. The Tamara Kodai (from USD 273)

If you are looking for resorts in Kodaikanal for families with a swimming pool, children’s playground, billiards table, fitness center, and other facilities for relaxation, comfort, and fun, then you should see what The Tamara Kodai offers. The rooms include a seating area, a desk, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. While here, guests can make use of facilities such as a bar, a shared lounge, and a garden.

Every morning, a continental or a breakfast buffet is served for you to indulge and be energized for all the fun-filled activities throughout the day. You can explore Dolphin Nose, Kodaikanal Lake, Bear Shola Falls, Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, and many other nearby attractions close to the property.

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The Tamara Kodai

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: # 22, La Providence , St Mary's road
1.26 km (0.8 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Airport shuttle

9. Hotel Kodai International (from USD 119)

If you are looking for a place that is both fun for you and your kids, then look no further. Situated close to popular destinations such as Kodaikanal Lake, Coaker’s Walk, Bryant Park, and more, Hotel Kodai International features a 24-hour front desk and free internet throughout the property. The rooms at this hotel come with a cable TV, a seating area with a sofa, a balcony, and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. Other facilities include a fitness center, entertainment staff, free parking, a nightclub, cycling, horseback riding, and mini-golf.

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Hotel Kodai International

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 17/328 Lawsghat Road
2.87 km (1.8 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

10. Hie Moksha (from USD 119)

A “home away from home,” Hie Moksha offers accommodation featuring a garden, a parking facility, and a children’s playground. Situated in Kodaikanal, this location has attractions that are a walk or drive away, including Chettiar Park, Silver Cascade Falls, Bryant Park, Guna Cave, and Dolphin Nose among others. The property features family rooms that come with a seating area and a TV. Guests can enjoy indulging in full English/Irish breakfast every morning.

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Hie Moksha

Wifi Available

Address: HIE MOKSHA,BHARATHI NAGAR ATTUVAMPATTI,KODAIKANAL
3.97 km (2.5 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Room service Garden Non-smoking rooms Family rooms Breakfast in the room Free parking Internet services

11. The Unico Resorts (from USD 13)

It is not every day where one wakes up to stunning views, depending on the location. However, they are pretty easy to come by when choosing to stay at The Unico Resorts. Featuring accommodation with garden views, each unit includes a flat-screen TV, a kettle, a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, and a desk. Guests can explore the nearby attractions such as Bear Shola Falls, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Coaker’s Walk, and more.

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The Unico Resorts

Wifi Available

Address: Pallangi Road
4.76 km (3.0 mi) from Bryant Park

Parking Room service 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Laundry Family rooms

12. Holiday Home Resort (from USD 43)

Located close to popular attractions such as Pillar Rock, Coaker’s Walk, Kodaikanal Lake, Dolphin Nose, and many more, Holiday Home Resort offers accommodation with free internet facilities throughout the property. Featuring a TV, a seating area, and a private bathroom with a shower, one can enjoy witnessing the beautiful garden views or the city views of Kodaikanal from the windows. You can make use of the shared kitchen available at the property where you can cook for your family some of their favorite dishes. Along with this, the property also features facilities including a shared lounge, games room, and free parking on-site.

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Holiday Home Resort

Address: Golf Links Road
2.11 km (1.4 mi) from Bryant Park

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation Car hire Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas Process in place to check health of guests Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas Face masks for guests available Daily housekeeping Thermometers for guests provided by property

Embark on a journey in Kodaikanal

A heaven on earth, Kodaikanal offers visitors a plethora of things to do, leaving one absolutely and pleasantly surprised. Whether you want to bicycle around the area or go on a jungle trek, the outdoors in Kodaikanal are easily accessible. Stay at any of the budget-friendly hotels in Kodaikanal or check out these Kodaikanal resorts for families with low prices, so you and your family can have an amazing time in “Kodai”.

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Born in Mumbai and brought up in Bangalore, India, Aarti is a full-time freelance writer by profession. She is a lover of everything the ‘blue dot’ offers—world cultures, off-the-beaten tracks,...Read more

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