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The Carlton - Best 5-Star Hotel in Kodaikanal

The Best 5-Star Hotel in Kodaikanal with Lake View

Discover a lakeside retreat surrounded by verdant hills at The Carlton, one of the best resorts in Kodaikanal. Set along the shimmering lake and close to major attractions, this 5-star lake view hotel Kodaikanal blends colonial charm with modern luxury. Enjoy elegant accommodations, scenic terrace gardens, and memorable dining experiences at its signature restaurants and bar.

91+
Luxury Rooms

Including two suites and three lakeside cottages.

50
Years of Legacy

A heritage property standing proud since 1974.

5
Star Rating

The Carlton - Best 5-Star Hotel in Kodaikanal.

4
Dining Venues

Fine dining, craft cocktails, artisan coffee.

Carlton Cottage Rooms among gardens
Est. 1974 | Lake Road, Kodaikanal

Our Heritage

Where Every Room
Tells a Story

The Carlton hotel is a stunning property offering state-of-the-art luxury rooms in Kodaikanal. This magnificent hill station resort in Tamil Nadu attracts travelers and tourists who are looking for a luxurious South India hill station getaway. A wide array of amenities and an amicable staff ensure that all your needs are met, which makes it one of the best places to stay in Kodaikanal. An amazing coffee house along with a fine diner will make your mouth water with a variety of delectable cuisines from around the world. Choose from a wide range of activities like cycling, trekking, and horse riding, among others, for an engaging experience at one of the most renowned resorts in Kodaikanal Tamil Nadu. Host your meetings and events with the utmost ease and grandeur in our splendid banquet halls. If you have been on the lookout for the top hotels near Kodaikanal lake, look no further than Carlton Kodaikanal!

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Cottage Rooms - The Carlton Bestseller

Cottage Rooms

Lake View Private Garden

Charming standalone cottages set among lush garden paths, offering perfect seclusion and the quintessential hill station experience.

Deluxe Lake View Room - The Carlton Lake View

Deluxe Lake View

Panoramic View Balcony King Bed

These rooms at one of the finest lake view resorts in Kodaikanal offer breathtaking views of the Kodaikanal lake through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Presidential Suite - The Carlton Suite

Executive Suites

Private Lounge Butler Service

This sprawling suite at one of the top lake and hill view resorts in Kodaikanal comes with a separate sitting room, premium in-room amenities, and sweeping lake and hill vistas.

The Carlton, Kodaikanal - Establishing View

The Carlton Experience

Where the Mist Meets
Timeless Luxury

Silver Oak Restaurant
End of the Road Bar
The Hearth Coffee Cafe
The Hearth Coffee Cafe

Culinary Journey

Four Venues,
One Culinary World

From refined multi-cuisine fine dining to craft cocktails and artisan brews, The Carlton – counted among the most popular resorts near Kodaikanal lake – offers four distinct dining venues that cater to every palate and mood, while looking over breathtaking lake vistas.

  • Silver Oak Restaurant Multi-cuisine fine dining | Lake view terrace
  • End of the Road Bar Signature cocktails | Spirits | Cozy ambience
  • The Hearth Coffee Cafe Artisan brews | Pastries | Light bites
  • Outdoor Terrace Dining Al fresco meals | Panoramic hill views
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Highland Adventures

Curated Experiences

Boating
Boating
Lake Boating
Trekking
Nature Trekking
Cycling
Cycling
Horse Riding
Spa & Wellness
Spa & Wellness
Spa & Wellness
Games
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Guest Stories

In Their Own Words

"We are coming to Kodaikanal for the fourth time. We stayed at The Carlton Hotel and we had a very comfortable stay here. All staff members of the hotel are very good. Food, ambiance, Climate and everything is very good. We enjoyed our stay here, Thanks to all."

Sudarshana Bangalore

"We had a wonderful stay at The Carlton. The lake view, peaceful ambiance and warm hospitality made the experience truly special. The rooms were comfortable, the food was great and the staff were extremely courteous.A perfect place to relax in Kodaikanal - would definitely visit again."

Surendra Nahar Chennai

"We had an amazing stay at The Carlton. Perfect blend of luxury and nature. The hotel's location right opposite the lake makes the experience magical, especially during the early mornings and evenings. The lake view is definitely the highlight of the experience."

Rahul Chennai

"The Cycling was fun The food is very good Lawn is nice Room is nice and comfortable Playing with ducks was fun View is very good (Lake View) Bonfire was nice This was my first time in Kodaikanal and I came with my grandparents."

Chiraag & Diya Bangalore

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Heart of
Kodaikanal

As one of the leading Kodaikanal holiday resorts, we are perfectly positioned on Lake Road at the very heart of the hill station – the lake at our doorstep and all major attractions within easy reach.

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