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4- and 5-star hotels in Almora
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Almora, from town-centre addresses on Mall Road to Kasar Devi and Binsar Road, plus resorts further out at Kausani, Shitlakhet and the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. It suits couples, families and anyone wanting a clear view of the Himalayas.
Staying in Almora
Almora is a Kumaoni hill town of Himalayan views, deodar slopes and temples, with the Nanda Devi Temple and the shops and sweets of Lala Bazar at its centre. It was the capital of the Chand dynasty, and it works as a base for Jageshwar's stone temples and for the hill stations of Kausani and Ranikhet.
The hotels here sit in different parts of the area. Sunita Elite is on Mall Road, and Mehra Cottage is near Isbt on Lower Mall Road, both close to the town centre; ALhito Cafe & Resort, Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts and The Kumaon sit around Gadholi and Binsar Road near Kasar Devi; The Chakras Valley Homestay is on Binsar Road near Zen Oaks; Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor is inside the Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Others stand well away from town, at Daniya, Kausani, Shitlakhet and Lamgara. Couples, families and short-break visitors can all find something, whether they want to walk to the bazaar or stay among the trees.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Panchwati farms
Panchwati Farms Panchwati Farms, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA 5-star farm stay set 5.4 km from Almora's centre, Panchwati farms gives guests a kitchen for self-catering and free wifi throughout, with car parking on site and housekeeping to keep things easy. Breakfast is served. It suits families and long-staying guests who want space and their own cooking rather than a conventional hotel.
See Panchwati farmsThe Chakras Valley Homestay
The Chakras Valley Homestay Binsar Road Near Zen Oaks, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn Binsar Road near Zen Oaks, 3.6 km from Almora's centre, this 5-star homestay layers on the extras: a garden, a games room and a lounge for the evenings, plus babysitting service and high chairs for families with young children. A fireplace warms the common areas and breakfast can be taken in your room. Best for groups and parents who want plenty to do on site.
See The Chakras Valley HomestayNirvana Heights Kasar Devi
Gadholi Road, Almora, India
Why stay hereNirvana Heights Kasar Devi sits on Gadholi Road, 2.4 km from Almora's centre and close to the Kasar Devi ridge the area is known for. It is a 5-star property, so expect a polished stay; the listing gives no further facility detail, which makes it a straightforward choice for travellers who care most about the address, the class and the short distance into town rather than a long list of on-site services.
See Nirvana Heights Kasar DeviALhito Cafe & Resort
Gadholi Kasar Devi, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt Gadholi Kasar Devi, 1.8 km from the centre, ALhito Cafe & Resort pairs an on-site restaurant with room service, so meals are covered without leaving the property. Car parking is available. Suited to couples and small groups who want a base close to Almora with dining on the doorstep.
See ALhito Cafe & ResortMoonlit Haven
Moonlit Haven Daniya, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMoonlit Haven is the far-out option in this list, a 5-star address in Daniya at 26.2 km from Almora's centre, well away from the town's bustle. Free wifi and internet access keep you connected, car parking is on site, and pets are welcome, which is rare among the larger properties here. It suits travellers wanting seclusion in the hills over proximity to Almora's bazaars.
See Moonlit HavenThe Kumaon
Village Gadholi Binsar Road, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGuests rate The Kumaon 4.7 out of 5 across 1286 reviews, and the 4-star property on Binsar Road, 2.8 km from the centre, backs it with a spa and massage service, a garden and a terrace for the views. A fireplace and restaurant with room service cover the evenings, and pets are allowed. Family rooms, free wifi and a shuttle service round it out. It suits travellers who want a restful, well-regarded base within easy reach of Almora.
See The KumaonTree of Life Grand Oak Manor Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Binsar Estate Po Ayarpani, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet at Binsar Estate, 10.4 km from Almora's centre, this 4-star manor house within Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary trades town convenience for garden and terrace, with a restaurant and room service indoors and a fireplace for cold hill evenings. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided, and guests rate it 4.4 out of 5 from 152 reviews. It suits nature-focused travellers who plan to spend days in the sanctuary rather than in Almora itself.
See Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor Binsar Wildlife SanctuaryBlossom Hideaway Kausani
Near Vip Guest House Kausani, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereNear Vip Guest House in Kausani, 4.3 km from Almora's centre, Blossom Hideaway is a 4-star property with a restaurant, a garden and a terrace, plus yoga and table tennis to fill the day. Guests score it 4.3 out of 5 over 296 reviews. There is a lounge, free wifi and free car parking, and a shuttle service helps with local runs. It fits active families and anyone wanting organised things to do on site.
See Blossom Hideaway KausaniBluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket Uttarekhand
Syahi Devi Estate Shitlakhet Almora Uttarakhand 2, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSyahi Devi Estate at Shitlakhet, 12.5 km from Almora's centre, is a 4-star retreat rated 4.7 out of 5, though from only 12 reviews. Family rooms suit groups, a garden and terrace open the stay to the outdoors, and a restaurant with room service means no driving for dinner. Balconies, free wifi and free car parking add comfort, and pets are allowed. It suits travellers seeking a quieter estate setting outside Almora with room to spread out.
See BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket UttarekhandDeodar Homestay
7 74 Devdar House Cant Area Near Circuit House Almora, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Cant Area near Circuit House, 5.4 km from Almora's centre, Deodar Homestay is a 4-star house with an indoor pool and a kids pool, plus a playground, picnic area and badminton for children. Breakfast can be taken in your room, a fireplace warms the interiors, and babysitting service is offered. Free wifi and free car parking come as standard and pets are allowed. It is built for families travelling with young children.
See Deodar HomestayMehra Cottage
Mehra Cottage Near Isbt Almora. Lower Mall Road Almora, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereMehra Cottage on Lower Mall Road near ISBT, 3.5 km from the centre, puts you close to Almora's main shopping street while keeping a garden, terrace and patio of its own. The 4-star cottage offers kitchen facilities with a refrigerator, microwave and oven, room service, and breakfast in the room. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, pets are allowed, and bike and car rental services help with getting around. Good for self-catering families and longer stays.
See Mehra CottageKot Kailash Kumaon
Kot Kailash Village Kunja Gunth Shaukiyathal Distt Almora, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereKot Kailash Kumaon at Village Kunja Gunth in Shaukiyathal, 17.3 km from Almora's centre, is a 4-star rural house with a restaurant, room service and breakfast served in the room, plus a fireplace and terrace for the evenings. Family rooms and a garden suit groups, and a shuttle service handles trips out. Free wifi and free car parking are on site and pets are welcome. It suits guests wanting a village setting and a kitchen-light stay with dining provided.
See Kot Kailash KumaonShivoham Himalayan Resort
Lamgara Uttrakhand Shivoham Himalayan Resort Almora Jalna Road, Almora, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
- Family rooms
Why stay hereOn the Jalna road at Lamgara, 12.8 km from Almora's centre, Shivoham Himalayan Resort is a 4-star property with a fitness centre and gymnasium, a restaurant and a garden with terrace. Family rooms, free car parking and free newspapers are offered, and the property is wheelchair accessible. Balconies, slippers and toiletries come in the rooms. It suits travellers who want to keep up a workout routine and eat on site while staying outside the town.
See Shivoham Himalayan ResortSunita Elite
Mall Road, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSunita Elite stands on Mall Road, 4.5 km from the centre, a 4-star address with a restaurant, bar and banquet space, plus room service and breakfast in the room. Air conditioning, lifts and a concierge make the stay easy, and valet parking and a terrace are on hand. Express check-in helps on arrival. It suits shoppers and business visitors who want to be on Almora's main promenade with dining and events under one roof.
See Sunita EliteKasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts
Kasardevi Binsar Road, Almora, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAt Kasardevi on Binsar Road, 1.9 km from the centre, Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts offers a restaurant and cafe, a library and a fireplace, with a terrace and garden areas for the views. Breakfast is served, buffet-style, and a shuttle service covers local trips. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, alongside shops and a supermarket on site. It suits guests who want to be near Kasar Devi with plenty of everyday conveniences within the property.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panchwati farms | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 5.4 km |
| The Chakras Valley Homestay | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 3.6 km |
| Nirvana Heights Kasar Devi | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 2.4 km |
| ALhito Cafe & Resort | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Moonlit Haven | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 26.2 km |
| The Kumaon | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | 2.8 km |
| Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 10.4 km |
| Blossom Hideaway Kausani | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 4.3 km |
| BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket Uttarekhand | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 12.5 km |
| Deodar Homestay | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.4 km |
| Mehra Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 3.5 km |
| Kot Kailash Kumaon | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 17.3 km |
| Shivoham Himalayan Resort | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 12.8 km |
| Sunita Elite | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 4.5 km |
| Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.9 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Nirvana Heights Kasar Devi, ALhito Cafe & Resort, The Kumaon and Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts all sit around Gadholi and Binsar Road near Kasar Devi. The Kumaon is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 1,286 reviews, and Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts is 1.9 km from the centre, so a quiet stay and an easy run into town can go together.
Nirvana Heights Kasar Devi · ALhito Cafe & Resort · The Kumaon · Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts
For families
The Chakras Valley Homestay lists family rooms, babysitting service, a games room, badminton and a garden. BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet, Kot Kailash Kumaon and Shivoham Himalayan Resort all list family rooms as well, and Kot Kailash Kumaon and Shivoham Himalayan Resort add family rooms alongside a terrace and, at Shivoham, a fitness centre.
The Chakras Valley Homestay · BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket Uttarekhand · Kot Kailash Kumaon · Shivoham Himalayan Resort
With pets
Seven hotels accept pets: Panchwati farms, Moonlit Haven, The Kumaon, BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet, Deodar Homestay, Mehra Cottage and Kot Kailash Kumaon. They range from Moonlit Haven at 26.2 km from the centre to Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts' side of town, so there is a pet-friendly address whether you want to be near the bazaar or far from it.
Panchwati farms · Moonlit Haven · The Kumaon · BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket Uttarekhand · Deodar Homestay · Mehra Cottage
Highest rated
The Kumaon and BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet share the top guest rating of 4.7 out of 5. The Kumaon has 1,286 reviews and is 2.8 km from the centre, while BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet has 12 reviews and is 12.5 km out, so the two give very different settings for the same score.
The Kumaon · BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlaket Uttarekhand
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Almora is connected by road to major cities in Uttarakhand and beyond. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, about 90 km away, and the nearest airport is Pantnagar, about 120 km away. From New Delhi, the drive is roughly 350 km via the Kathgodam route, and buses and taxis are available from these points. Within Almora, local buses, shared taxis and auto-rickshaws ply on the main roads, and many parts of the town are best explored on foot.
When to go
The best time to visit Almora is from March to June, when the weather is pleasant and the skies are clear for mountain views. The monsoon months from July to September bring heavy rainfall and occasional landslides. Winter, from November to February, can be cold, but offers clear views of the snow-capped peaks.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Almora town centre?
ALhito Cafe & Resort is the closest at 1.8 km, followed by Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts at 1.9 km, Nirvana Heights Kasar Devi at 2.4 km and The Kumaon at 2.8 km. Moonlit Haven is the furthest, at 26.2 km.
Which hotels have parking?
Car parking is listed at Panchwati farms, ALhito Cafe & Resort and Moonlit Haven, and free car parking at The Chakras Valley Homestay, Tree of Life Grand Oak Manor, Blossom Hideaway Kausani, BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet, Deodar Homestay, Mehra Cottage, Kot Kailash Kumaon, Shivoham Himalayan Resort and Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Panchwati farms, Moonlit Haven, The Kumaon, BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet, Deodar Homestay, Mehra Cottage and Kot Kailash Kumaon all list pets allowed.
Which hotels have a spa or massage?
The Kumaon lists a spa and massage, and Deodar Homestay lists massage. These are the only two on this shortlist with those facilities.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Chakras Valley Homestay lists family rooms, babysitting service, a games room, badminton and high chairs; Deodar Homestay lists a playground, kids pool, indoor pool and babysitting service; BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet, Kot Kailash Kumaon and Shivoham Himalayan Resort also list family rooms.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
The Kumaon and BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet are both rated 4.7 out of 5. The Kumaon has 1,286 reviews, while BluSalz Escapade Anant Rasa Shitlakhet has 12.
Do any of these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Panchwati farms, The Chakras Valley Homestay, Deodar Homestay, Mehra Cottage, Kot Kailash Kumaon and Kasar Himalaya Holiday Resorts, and breakfast in room at The Chakras Valley Homestay, Deodar Homestay, Mehra Cottage, Kot Kailash Kumaon and Sunita Elite.