Mani Vihar Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
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
Our overall experience at hotel was very good. The room was very comfortable and staff was very cooperative. Bone fire was great to have in cool breeze.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Great stay
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
Yes very good
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Silver Oak
There was no hot water no drinking water no AC very bad
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2024
Relax In Homestay
BEVERLY VILLA
Cons. Washroom was terrible.. Iron water...yellow water Shower was not working.. Hot water was irregular.. they was charging extra for room heater and tea. Pros Good view..room was nice..
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mani Vihar
Upper Bazar
While visiting Upper Bazar, you might make a stop by sights like Mudumalai National Park and Upper Bhavani Lake.
Fern Hill
While visiting Fern Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Canning's Seat and Cairn Hill.
Kandal
If you're spending some time in Kandal, Arranmore Palace and Government Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
