Nestled in the heart of Nainital's shopping district, The Naini Retreat offers a tranquil retreat close to Nainital Lake. Unwind with a rejuvenating massage at the spa, explore the garden or challenge yourself at the arcade/game room. With in-room WiFi and helpful services like dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage, this hotel provides comfort and convenience.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Spa
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Conference center
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Garden
Arcade/game room
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Cable/satellite TV service
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Arcade/game room
Barbecue grill(s)
Room options
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Garden Room
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Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
23 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Superior Room
Highlights
Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Naini Royal Rooms
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Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
26 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Garden Facing Room
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Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Suite Room
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Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
40 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Duplex Room
Highlights
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
33 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Naini Hill View Room
Highlights
Heating
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Wardrobe or closet
26 sq m
Hill view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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About this property
The Naini Retreat, Nainital
The Naini Retreat, Nainital offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Nainital Lake. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa and grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden.
Languages
English, Hindi
At a glance
Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Room service
What to do
Pool table
Golfing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1989
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Accessibility
30 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
Cable/satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Slippers
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
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.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24.
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Naini Retreat
Naini Retreat Hotel
Naini Retreat Hotel Nainital
The Naini Retreat Hotel Nainital
Naini Retreat Hotel Nainital
The Naini Retreat
The Naini Retreat, Nainital Hotel
The Naini Retreat, Nainital Nainital
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Naini Retreat, Nainital offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Naini Retreat, Nainital does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Naini Retreat, Nainital?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Naini Retreat, Nainital and nearby?
The Naini Retreat, Nainital has a spa and an arcade, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Naini Retreat, Nainital?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Naini Retreat, Nainital like?
The Naini Retreat, Nainital is a short 5-minute walk from Nainital Lake and 4 minutes' walk from Naina Devi Temple.
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The Naini Retreat, Nainital Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Needs lot of renovations
parvinder
parvinder, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 14, 2025
Sanam
Sanam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Chirag
Chirag, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 18, 2022
Rajiv
Rajiv, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2022
Great
Amazing
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2021
lake view.
Arjun
Arjun, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 11, 2021
Very nice view with good over all stay.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2021
Nice hotel & safe
Enjoy the stay
Charanjit
Charanjit, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2019
Kishor
Kishor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2019
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.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2019
Ankit
Ankit, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2019
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
Brajesh
Brajesh, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
May 28, 2019
Prices are higher as compared to there services & foods
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2019
Really great location and view; helpful and accommodating staff
Verified traveler
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 25, 2019
Too much overpriced, and over hyped.They don't deserve, what they claim.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2019
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.
Priyo
Priyo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2018
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
BRUCE
BRUCE, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2018
Fantastic stay. Bonfire in evening was great.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2018
It was a superb experience due to its amazing location overlooking the lake. Service was excellent.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 21, 2018
Damp,dark and depressing
The hotel does not mention that it is difficult to access. It has no lifts. There are too many internal and external stairs in the building which made it difficult to get around. My mother fell one time and hurt her knee. I had to help her when we wanted to go for meals or outside. In total there were 4 different staircases to access our room. The room was in the annexe building and was damp. The bedding was damp and even the clothing in the suitcase became damp. We were so disappointed as we had expected some sort of view but the window in the room had frosted glass. The room was also very dark and even with all the lights on it was pretty dark. There was no hot water and the ac did not work. The hotel did not provide any information at check in such as that they had a complimentary taxi or afternoon tea. We asked a staff member about going to the town who pointed to some steep steps to reach the town. Also at check out they could have mentioned that due to rain our flight may be cancelled. We could instead have taken a taxi from the hotel back to Delhi.
Midhath
Midhath, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jul 9, 2018
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE
I would never ever consider staying in this property again and recommend the same to others travelling to Nainital . This heritage property does afford very scenic view but is poorly maintained. I stayed at Naini Retreat from 26th to 28th Jun for two nights, booking a family suite for 04 guests. I was charged Rs. 50,121 i.e Approx. USD 725 and paid Rs.32,532 upfront on hotels.com(balance of Rs. 17589.00 adjusted from my accumulated one free night). Most horrific part being that I was not even provided the accommodation as shown in the hotels.com site.Is it a case of cheating ? Money spent having gone down the drain.Much as I would like to forget this experience, I am still writing this for benefit of others.
vipan kumar
vipan kumar, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2018
Family trip
Overall a good property located at a height having a good view, greenary & flowers around.
Word of advise: Park your car in the Nainital Parking Area & ask for a pick-up from the hotel as it’s at quite good height & it’s risky to drive.
For youngsters, this could be one of the best properties to stay but for elders, you need to think as there is good amount of walk applicable on stairs & overall.
Overall stay was very nice & enjoyable.
At evening, there is arrangement of LIVE music & borne fire with-in the resort so lively atmosphere is created for vacation.
Location is nice.
Food is good.
Overall ambience is quite nice.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2018
Excellant location with good views.
Rooms were clean & food was good. Location was excellant away from the crowd. Staff was very courteous & ready to help.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2018
Nice hotel
Nice and quiet with good restaurant. Beautiful terrace and nice personel.