Featuring a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk, The Carlton is located by the Kodaikanal Lake and a 10-minute walk to the famous Bryant Park and Coakers Walk. It provides free parking on site. The Carlton is the only hotel to provide a Shikara ride, at a surcharge. Cooled with a fan, comfortable rooms are furnished with a work desk, a wardrobe, a flat-screen satellite TV and seating area. Shower facility and free toiletries are provided in the private bathroom. The Carlton offers luggage storage, currency exchange and laundry services upon request. Guests may enjoy a game of table tennis on site, or indulge in a pampering massage at its spa. Meeting and banqueting facilities are available. The in-house Silver Oak restaurant serves Indian, Continental and Italian cuisine, while The Terrace offers mouthwatering barbecue and Tandoor dishes. Cocktails and a selection of liquors can be purchased at the bar. The Carlton is just 0.6 mi from Kodaikanal Bus Station. Kodai Road Railway Station is 50 mi away and Madurai Airport is approximately within a 81 mi radius.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Kodaikānāl, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Game room

Spa


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
6.7
High score for Kodaikānāl
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hari
    United States of America United States of America
    I loved my stay at The Carlton. The location was perfect, offering a stunning view from my room. The hospitality was outstanding, and the facilities were top-notch. I can't wait for my next visit!
  • Sudhanshu
    India India
    Hospitality of entire staff is commendable. Location and property both are top notch.
  • Karishma
    India India
    The hotel is beautiful and all the rooms face the lake..The staff is very polite and helpful.They arrange for private bonfires for family get togethers.The staff is very good especially the guest relations executive kanmani who is always ready to...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic

Resort facilities at The Carlton Kodaikanal
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • BBQ facilities
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Racquetball
  • Cycling
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body scrub
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules

The Carlton Kodaikanal takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
8 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 5,500 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 6,500 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Carlton Kodaikanal of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about The Carlton Kodaikanal

  • The Carlton Kodaikanal offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Ping-pong
    • Racquetball
    • Kids' club
    • Evening entertainment
    • Badminton equipment
    • Locker rooms
    • Beauty services
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Makeup services
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Haircut
    • Hair coloring
    • Hairstyling
    • Body scrub
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Carlton Kodaikanal on this page.

  • Yes, The Carlton Kodaikanal is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at The Carlton Kodaikanal include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • The prices at The Carlton Kodaikanal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Carlton Kodaikanal has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Check-in at The Carlton Kodaikanal is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Carlton Kodaikanal is 1,650 feet from the center of Kodaikānāl. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.