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3-star hotels in Bhowali
This shortlist gathers the 3-star hotels in Bhowali, the hill town below Nainital, for travellers who want forest air, easy road access to the Kumaon lakes and a quieter base than the lake town itself. It suits couples, families and short-break visitors alike.
Staying in Bhowali
Bhowali sits among pine and oak forests with views of the nearby hills, a quieter alternative to busier Nainital, with a small market area and several temples, including the Kainchi Dham Ashram a short drive away. It is a convenient base for the Kumaon region, with Nainital, Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal lakes within easy reach.
The hotels on this list cluster along the roads that meet in town. Sarthak Inn, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali and The Raikwals By Vista Stays sit on or near Ramgarh Road; OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali and Takeabreak are in Shyamkhet; The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes is in Farsoli and Lennys Nainital Hills and ELIVAAS Twin Chalets lie off the Sattal and Bhumiadhar side. Most are 0.5 to 1 kilometre from the centre, which suits couples and families wanting shops and transport nearby, while the further villas and chalets, up to 3.2 kilometres out, favour those with a car or wanting a self-catering short break.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Sarthak Inn
Ramgarh Road Bhowali 263132Nainital District, Bhowali, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on Ramgarh Road, 0.7 km from the centre of Bhowali, Sarthak Inn pairs family rooms with a restaurant and a garden, so meals and downtime both stay on site. Guests travelling with children get a playground, while parking and a meeting room cover drivers and small work gatherings. A guest rating of 4.2 out of 5 rests on 487 reviews.
See Sarthak InnOYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali
Shyamkhet, Bhowali, India
- Internet access
Why stay hereJungle-themed rooms on a Shyamkhet address place guests 0.5 km from Bhowali's centre, close enough to walk in for the market and bus connections. The four reviews leave a 4.8 out of 5 guest rating, and internet access is available. A straightforward choice for travellers who want a themed base and quick access to the town rather than resort facilities.
See OYO Premium Jungle Theme BhowaliGoroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali
Ramgarh Road Kahalkweera Bhowali Bhowali Ramgarh Mukteshwar Rd, Bhowali, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Ramgarh Road at Kahalkweera, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali sits 0.5 km from the centre and keeps a 24 hour front desk, useful for late arrivals off the Mukteshwar road. Rooms come with a pillow menu, bathrobe and toiletries, and there is free wifi plus free car parking and luggage storage. Suits travellers who want an easy, staffed base for short Bhowali stays.
See Goroomgo Delhi Heart BhawaliLennys Nainital Hills 3 BD Garden Villa with Cook
D20 Astha Cottage Kutani Sattal Rd Near The Royal Court Hotel Bhowali Bhimtal Uttarakhand, Bhowali, India
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA three-bedroom garden villa on Kutani near Sattal Road, with a kitchen, fireplace and balcony, 0.9 km from Bhowali's centre. Free wifi and a garden suit groups or families who prefer self-catering to hotel dining, and pets are allowed. Best for those staying several nights and exploring Sattal and Bhimtal from their own space.
See Lennys Nainital Hills 3 BD Garden Villa with CookThe Raikwals By Vista Stays
Bhowali Ramgarh Road, Bhowali, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn Ramgarh Road, 0.9 km from the centre, The Raikwals By Vista Stays runs a 24 hour front desk and 24 hour security alongside a restaurant and room service. A garden, picnic area and games room keep children busy, and pets are welcome. With 24-hour staffing and family rooms, it fits families and travellers wanting round-the-clock service.
See The Raikwals By Vista StaysTakeabreak
Green Valley Apartment Shyamkhet Bhowali Adjacent Tent House Warehouse, Bhowali, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereApartments at Shyamkhet, 1.0 km from Bhowali's centre, with a kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator for guests who cook their own meals. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, family rooms are available, and each unit has a balcony or terrace. Good for long-stay travellers and families wanting apartment space near the town.
See TakeabreakUnique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick Quarter
Bhowali, Bhowali, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNon smoking rooms and a garden keep the stay quiet, and luggage storage helps early arrivals. Suits couples or small families who want apartment independence within walking distance of Bhowali.
See Unique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick QuarterBhawani Guest House
100 Metre From Hp Petrol Pump, Bhowali, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA guest house 1.8 km from the centre, within 100 metres of the HP petrol pump, with a 24 hour front desk and an on-site restaurant. Free car parking and a shuttle service make it easy to move between the town, Nainital and nearby lakes, and wheelchair accessible facilities are provided. A practical stop for drivers breaking the journey.
See Bhawani Guest HouseELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape with Valley facing Lawn near Nainital
9Fhw Qhx Smanora Range Dinesh Sadan 17 Kuriyagaon Patti Bhumiadhar Bhowali Uttarakhand 263132, Bhowali, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAir conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided, and the terrace looks out over the hillside. Suited to larger groups or families who want space, privacy and a base away from Bhowali's main road.
See ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape with Valley facing Lawn near NainitalThe Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes
Farsoli 3A Aastha Cottages Farsauli, Bhowali, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAt Farsoli, 0.5 km from the centre, this property offers a lake setting plus a garden and badminton for outdoor time. Massage, a lounge and bars are on hand, and rooms include air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking. Families get family rooms, and the combination of leisure facilities and a central location suits guests staying a few days.
See The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarthak Inn | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.7 km |
| OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali | ★★★ | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Lennys Nainital Hills 3 BD Garden Villa with Cook | ★★★ | – | Yes | 0.9 km |
| The Raikwals By Vista Stays | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Takeabreak | ★★★ | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Unique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick Quarter | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Bhawani Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape with Valley facing Lawn near Nainital | ★★★ | Yes | – | 3.2 km |
| The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes | ★★★ | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Sarthak Inn has family rooms and a playground, with a garden, restaurant and free car parking. The Raikwals By Vista Stays adds family rooms, a games room, picnic area and restaurant. Takeabreak and The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes both offer family rooms and kitchens, handy for longer stays with children.
Sarthak Inn · The Raikwals By Vista Stays · Takeabreak · The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes
Best rated
OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali carries the highest guest rating here, 4.8 out of 5, though from only 4 reviews. The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes follows on a much larger base of 487 reviews at Sarthak Inn. The Raikwals By Vista Stays also scores well and pairs that with the widest facility list of the group.
OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali · The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes · The Raikwals By Vista Stays
Closest to the centre
OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali and Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali are both 0.5 kilometres from the centre, and The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes matches that distance. These three put you within walking range of the market area and the main road junction, useful if you rely on buses and shared taxis.
OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali · Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali · The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes
Self-catering stays
Lennys Nainital Hills 3 BD Garden Villa with Cook has a kitchen, fireplace and garden, and accepts pets. Takeabreak offers apartments with kitchenette, microwave and high chairs. Unique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick Quarter and ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape include kitchens and private terraces, suiting groups who prefer to cook and dine in.
Lennys Nainital Hills 3 BD Garden Villa with Cook · Takeabreak · Unique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick Quarter · ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape with Valley facing Lawn near Nainital
Where to stay in Bhowali
Ramgarh Road
The road towards Ramgarh, on the Nainital side of town. Sarthak Inn, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali and The Raikwals By Vista Stays are all addressed here, putting you on a main route out of Bhowali with straightforward access towards Nainital and the surrounding hills.
Our picks here: Sarthak Inn · Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali · The Raikwals By Vista Stays
Shyamkhet
A quieter spot within Bhowali district, where OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali and Takeabreak are both located. Shyamkhet keeps you close to the centre, roughly 0.5 to 1 kilometre away, while set slightly apart from the busiest stretch of the main road.
Our picks here: OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali · Takeabreak
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Bhowali centre?
Three are 0.5 kilometres from the centre: OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali and The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes. Sarthak Inn is 0.7 kilometres away, while ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape is the furthest at 3.2 kilometres.
Do any hotels here have free parking?
Yes. Sarthak Inn, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali, The Raikwals By Vista Stays, Takeabreak, Unique 2BHK in Bhowali Red Brick Quarter, Bhawani Guest House, ELIVAAS Twin Chalets 4 BHK Escape and The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes all list free car parking.
Are pets allowed in any of these Bhowali hotels?
If you are travelling with a dog, these are the properties to check availability for first.
Which hotel works best for a family with children?
Sarthak Inn lists family rooms, a playground, a garden and a restaurant, making it a straightforward choice. The Raikwals By Vista Stays adds family rooms, a games room and a picnic area, and Takeabreak has family rooms with a kitchen and high chairs.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali has the highest guest rating, 4.8 out of 5, but from only 4 reviews. Sarthak Inn is rated 4.2 out of 5 from a much larger 487 reviews, so it offers the more reliable picture.
Do any hotels have a restaurant on site?
Sarthak Inn, The Raikwals By Vista Stays and Bhawani Guest House all list restaurant(s). The Raikwals By Vista Stays also offers breakfast and breakfast in room, and room service is available at Sarthak Inn and The Raikwals By Vista Stays.
How far is Bhowali from Nainital?
Bhowali is approximately 11 kilometres from Nainital, a drive of about 30 minutes. It is a common stopover for travellers heading to Nainital, and it is also a convenient base for Bhimtal and Naukuchiatal lakes.
Can I stay here without a car?
Yes, if you pick a central property. OYO Premium Jungle Theme Bhowali, Goroomgo Delhi Heart Bhawali and The Bougainvillea Bhimtal by Kahaya Homes are 0.5 kilometres from the centre, and walking is feasible in the central area, with local taxis and auto-rickshaws for longer trips.