VILLA RETREAT - BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Kodaikanal – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Valley Views
Villa Retreat offers several room types, including the Sun Room with Valley View (with or without balcony), Mini Sun Room, and Signature Suite, all featuring large windows facing Kodai's valley. The Family Suite includes two bedrooms, a living room with fireplace, and an activities room. The Perumal Malai Room has a balcony with hammock and views of the highest peak. All rooms have wooden flooring, pine wood ceilings, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers.
Wyckoff's Dining Experience
Wyckoff's Diner, headed by Chef Shadab with 20 years of experience, serves local and experimental cuisine. The menu features innovative dishes that showcase Kodai's culinary traditions with modern interpretations. Guests can enjoy meals in the dining room or opt for in-room dining, particularly in rooms with fireplaces during evening hours.
Nature and Local Experiences
The hotel organizes guided activities including night drives through forest roads to Upper Lake View Point and Palani Temple View Point, forest pool swims at a sustainable organic farm with natural waterfall, and visits to local experts' homes for cultural immersion. The property features a lush garden with wildflowers, succulents, and roses mirroring the natural surroundings.
Central Kodaikanal Location
Villa Retreat is situated in Kodaikanal's city center, 100 km from Madurai. It is within a 5-minute walk of Kodai Lake, Kodai Club, Kodai International School, and Coakers Walk. Nearby landmarks include Dolmen Circle (1 km), Wax Museum (1 km), Bryant Park (1 km), and Silver Cascade Falls (2 km).
Local Team Services
The hotel operates with a team primarily composed of local residents who provide 24-hour front desk service, concierge assistance, and personalized experience curation. Services include activity planning, transportation arrangements, and cultural immersion programs. Children under 7 stay free in specific room types, and extra mattresses are available upon request for additional guests.
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Amenities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Room features
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel is perched between the mountains overlooking the valley, offering a charming setting with good in-house dining options and a scenic view. My stay was cozy with a live fireplace in the room, but the service lacked competency and fell short of demonstrating good customer care.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, nestled on top of a hill next to Kodaikanal town. The rooms offered a breathtaking valley view and a cozy fireplace, creating a perfect ambiance. The service staff was lacking in competency, which was a disappointment, but the location amidst nature was truly remarkable.
The resort sits on top of a hill, offering proximity to local sightseeing and eating outlets while being engulfed in nature's embrace. The rooms boast stunning valley views and the warmth of a live fireplace. The service may lack competency, but the location is unbeatable, and the in-house restaurant offers an amazing menu. A true nature retreat with a few service hiccups.
The hotel sits atop a hill, with local sightseeing and dining options nearby. The rooms boast a picturesque valley view and balcony, although service lacks in competence. The dining experience offers cold dishes, and the location is near the tranquil lake.