Mani Vihar Travel Guide
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Visit Mani Vihar
Popular places to visit
Ooty Lake
Relax by the water and go for a paddle on this peaceful lake, just minutes from the busy city center.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
Government Botanical Gardens
At the foot of Doddabetta Mountain, this expansive garden has stunning displays of tropical flowers and an array of rare tree species.
Pykara Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pykara Lake during your travels in Pykara. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
St. Stephen's Church
One of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris region combines charming architecture and fabulous stained-glass windows in a mystical woodland setting.
Things to do
Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)
Top hotels in Mani Vihar
Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group
"A"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
WelcomHeritage Ayatana Ooty
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
"Scope for the improvement on cleanliness and maintain quality of food consistently. Location of property excellent. Staff is good."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
La Montana by TGI
"This is a property with a breathtaking view of the Ooty huills and valleys. The cottages are good although they now require a fresh coat of paint inside. Food is decent and the breakfast spread is very good and so is the dinner buffet. Hotel staff are helpful and response to the calls is quick. Hot ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025
The Bowers Chalet
Where to stay in Mani Vihar
Fern Hill
While visiting Fern Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cairn Hill and Lady Canning's Seat.
Upper Bazar
Though Upper Bazar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mudumalai National Park and Ooty Rose Garden.
Stone House Area
Stone House Area might not have many top sights, but Government Botanical Gardens and Ooty Rose Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kandal
If you're spending some time in Kandal, Arranmore Palace and Government Museum are top sights worth seeing.
