ROCKING LUXURY

MAYAPOTT BUNGALOW, KATTAPANA, THEKKADY

HOW TO GET THERE

Thekkady is 125 km from Madurai. The bungalow is another 25 km (a mo minute drive) from Thekkady on the new highway. From Kochi it is 175 km and 250 km from Thiruvananthapuram.

THINGS TO DO

Trekking either within the estate for which small paths have been marked or to Chekuthanmala.

Take the plantation tour or visit the famous Periyar Wildlife sanctuary, or simply dip your feet in the stream and gaze at the birds and butterflies.

Indulge in some amateur rock climbing.

Feast on the goodies rustled up by the cook.

Read a book in the stylishly done hanging study room.

TARIFF

Rs. 10, 500/- (inclusive of tax and food).

Rs. 9,000/- during off-season.

For enquiries or reservation, call: 0484-3445673 or

E mail: info@thegreenappleexperience.com

Information received from a magazine.

 

NATURE

LAKE FOREST HOTEL

YERCAUD

How to get there

Yercaud is 35 km from Salem, the closed town by rail or air. There are also a/c buses to the hill station from all major towns and cities. The hotel is located right at the entrance of the town, at Ondikadai Post, just off the road to Pakota Point.

Things to do

Yoga and meditation, trekking, estate visits and sight-seeing. There is a recreation room with carom boards, pallankuzhi and some exercise equipment. There is also a play are for children with swings and a trampoline. Or, just take a walk or look out of your balcony for a stunning view.

Tariff

A bungalow suite costs Rs. 4,000/-

English suite costs Rs. 6,000/-

Royal suite costs Rs. 10,000/-

Eastlyan Garden costs Rs. 15,000/- and an extra bed costs Rs. 950/-

The charge vary for other nationals.

For details call: 04281-223217/223218 or look up yercaud.indecohotels.com.

Gathered from a tourist office.

REMAINS OF THE RAJ

GLYNGARTH VILLA

GOLF CLUB ROAD

UDHAGAMANDALAM

How to get there

Glyngarth Villa is 91 km from Coimbatore, 130 km from Mysore and 260 km from Bengaluru. The nearest airport is Coimbatore. Drive up to Ooty, take the Mysore Road and take the road forking to the Ootacamund Gymkhana Club.

Things to do

Go fishing, visit sixth Mile, a scenic place nearby, head to the Ootacamund Hunt Club, the only such club in Asia, or golf at the Ootacamund Gymkhana Club, with which the villa has a tie-up.

You can also trek or to horse-riding.

Tariff

(Modified American Plan)

(Off season) Heritage Room Rs. 3,450/-, Heritage Suite Rs. 4,250/-

Season: Heritage Room Rs. 3,975/-, Heritage Suite – Rs. 4,850/- (Inclusive of taxes).

For details, Call: 0423-2445754, 2445115, 98435-70095 or 98430-70095

Visit: www.glyngarthvilla.com  or

Mail: glyngarth@rediffmail.com

Information gathered from a tourist.

GREEN ACRES

HOTEL KODAI INTERNATIONAL

KODAIJNAL

How to get there

Kodaikanal is 126 km from Madurai, 170 km from Coimbatore, 90 km from Dindigul and 195 km from Tiruchi. The hotel is located near Zion School on the lawsghat Road.

Things to do

Explore Kodai. Work out at the well-equipped gym or play table tennis, billiards and badminton at the sports parlour. There is also a mini golf course. Various types of massages are offered at the Ayurvedic rejuvenation centre. Climb up to the waterfalls or trek within the property. Simply bask in the sunshine on traditional charpoys.

Tariff

Standard Double Room Rs. 3,099/-

Deluxe Double Rs. 3,899/-

Deluxe Cottage Rs. 4,699/-

Royal Cottage Rs. 5,799/- and

Royal Suite Rs. 6,299/-

The tariff is exclusive of tax and meals. Breakfast is complimentary. Off season and special packages are available.

For details: Call 04542-245190/91/92/93.

Gathered from a news paper article.