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The Naini Retreat, Nainital

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Naina Devi Temple

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Aerial view
Family Suite
Naini Hill View Room | Hill view
Reception
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb

Explore the area

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Aayarpatta Slopes, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263001
  • Place, Naina Devi Temple
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nainital Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pantnagar (PGH)

Room options

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Room

Garden Room

  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Naini Hill View Room | Hill view

Naini Hill View Room

  • Hill view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Duplex Room

Duplex Room

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Naini Royal Rooms

Naini Royal Rooms

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Room

Suite Room

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Facing Room

Garden Facing Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Nainital

A luxury stay in Nainital awaits you at The Naini Retreat, Nainital. You'll be within steps of Naina Devi Temple and within a short 5-minute stroll of Mall Road. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Nainital hotel include Snow View Point and China Peak.

What's nearby

  • Naina Devi Temple - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Nainital Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Thandi Road - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mall Road - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Goddess Naina Devi - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Kathgodam Railway Station - 80 min drive
  • Pantnagar (PGH) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luckies Cafe & Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sakley's Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Lakeside - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Mudhouse Cafe - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Nanak Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Naini Retreat, Nainital

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Naina Devi Temple
The Naini Retreat, Nainital offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Naini Retreat, Nainital. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Nainital hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1989
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Naini Retreat, Nainital offers 52 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. This Nainital hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Heritage Hotels of India.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • 50 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located in a restricted traffic zone. Guests driving to the property must present a copy of their booking confirmation to authorities at the check post; only guests booked at properties with parking facilities are permitted to drive into the restricted area.
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 Naini Retreat, Nainital

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

The Naini Retreat, Nainital offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Naini Retreat, Nainital on 15 Feb 2026 start from NZ$269.37, 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 Naini Retreat, Nainital?

Yep, The Naini Retreat, Nainital has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Naini Retreat, Nainital. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

No, The Naini Retreat, Nainital does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Naini Retreat, Nainital Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 75 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular views, polite and friendly staff, super clean and beautifully maintained. Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexandria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Naini Retreat was fantastic! The property sits high on the mountain, offering beautiful views. The staff were exceptional: friendly and helpful. The restaurant staff were very willing to address my dietary restrictions and provide some incredible food. I also used the spa, and it was a perfect way to relax after a long day of sightseeing. The rooms are comfortable and quiet. The hotel provides courtesy shuttles down to the market, which is greatly appreciated. They also have a daily high tea which I highly recommend. Overall a great experience. Highly recommend this hotel if you are planning to visit Nainital.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dilipkumar

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed with the room.It definitely needed a refurbishing since it looked old and tired. The bathroom was particularly disappointing with a great deal of work to bring it to the star rating. The spa too could do with a facelift. The one place that I felt was 5 star was in the dinning room with the chef and the catering manager taking the accolade,overall a lovely place to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayush

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would love to go back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayush

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel by far in the area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sanam

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff is not proficiently trained to work in a hotel. They lack simple professionalism and knowledge of English . They were however very polite and nice. The WiFi does not work. The water in the shower was cold. The free shuttle is there but the men outside were just acting unprofessionally . The building is beautiful, great views of the lake but it’s difficult to get here. You’ll need a driver that’s experienced in hilly terrain driving. The breakfast is great. The chef was amazing. He came and talked to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashish

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chirag

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

parvinder

Disliked: Staff & service
Needs lot of renovations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rajiv

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Arjun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view with good over all stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charanjit

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel & safe

Enjoy the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kishor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location in nainital. This hotel is a palace which has been renovated as a hotel. You get a very nice view of naini lake and the surroundings. And their breakfast buffet is also amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Brajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Naini Retreat has a cozy exclusivity with great food options. Worth stay with family. The only issue is the hiking required to & fro from hotel. Difficult for elderly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Prices are higher as compared to there services & foods
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location and view; helpful and accommodating staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Too much overpriced, and over hyped.They don't deserve, what they claim.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Priyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is one of the oldest hotels in Nainital. It is a really pretty property but I would recommend staying only in the old wing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

I am a 72-year-old American male who visited India solo. I spent five nights at the Naini Retreat. This is a first class hotel-the room with a balcony view was outstanding and the breakfast meal, which was included in my room cost, was wonderful. The lake is a 10 minute walk away down a steep hill; the hotel offers courtesy car services if requested. The staff went the extra mile to make my stay as enjoyable as possible. Highly recommend this hotel - Really glad I stayed there
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay. Bonfire in evening was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018