A pastry at Sakley’s

Situated just off the Mall Road, Sakley’s is the location to get Asian cuisine, with Chinese fare like honey chicken and standard Thai curries. Bewilderingly, these delicacies at Sakley’s are exceeded by the pastries they have on offer. If you can’t go there for a sit-down meal, do ask them to pack up some chocolate truffle and lava cake and carry them away to fun later

Tea and Snacks at the Boat House Club

The view of the lakes and mountains here is simply heart-stopping and well worth every penny they make you pay as entry fee. The environment spells richness and the strong tea you get is also notable of mention, as they serve you some of the best cakes you have ever eaten, with hot tea. It was popular for ballroom evenings and cabin cruiser races that have now been returned with band nights and visitor boat rides. At the same time, the Boat House Club is as nostalgic as it gets with hanging lamps and homey sofas oozing laid back vibes. Don’t trust much from the food, it’s the view that you’re here for with a rush of colonial hangover.

Momos at Sonam Fast Food

A bit close to the shrine of Naina Devi, escaped in the narrow tracks of Tibetan Market; you will find Sonam Fast Food. Their momos and thukpa, both the vegetarian and non-vegetarian varieties, are justly awesome and very famous. You must find the time to have at least one meal here-breakfast, lunch or dinner, and make sure you are not voraciously hungry because the huge crowd here might make it mandatory for you to wait your turn.

Pizza at Embassy Restaurant

An eating place with variations of highly genuine Indian, Chinese and Continental dishes, together with pizzas, the Embassy Restaurant is the visit of locals and tourists alike. The prices here are extraordinarily appropriate. Additionally, the clean interiors and captivating decoration are nicely enhanced by quick and cordial service, making the restaurant a favorite place and first choice for the sophisticated.

Coffee at Cafe du Mall

Amazing food, amazing prices and amazing coffee – these are a few of the recommendations one would have for Café du Mall, a neat food joint which overlooks the Naini Lake. Cuisines here can be Italian, French, Chinese and Indian and you can opt for vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian dishes, whether poultry or seafood. The gorgeous view might pale in comparison to the quality of coffee here, for coffee lovers.

Bal Mithai at Mamu’s Naini Sweets

Head to Naini Sweets to please your sweet tooth as never before with this famous Kumaoni sweet called Bal Mithai. Varnished with sugar balls which look like small pearls, this dark brown sweet is firmly not something to be missed. Its milky sweet taste which hits a milk chocolate any day and don’t be amazed if it is the unforgettable memory you have of the whole trip, at least in the culinary science department. Far from the confusion and up on the hill, providing nature walks, homely food and most of all, total peace and silent.

Laccha Parathas at Chandni Chowk

The name of this street food place is really Nainital. These regions of Nainital act-alike a part of Delhi and provides the classic laccha parathas and garam jalebis of Delhi with the blazing foods which are the strong points of Kumaon and the cool nights of Nainital. You must ask for the specific milk flavored with dry fruit and saffron. The family entertains one group at a time so make sure you book yourself up for it before you plan to leave.

Punjabi food at Sher-e-Punjab

Punjabi food is all about amazing flavours and fiery taste. Enjoy the succulent chicken, flavoursome paneer and buttery dals with a range of breads, like rotis, naans and parathas, which make some people feel like they never want to stop eating. The Sher-e-Punjab is a great food place where you get excellent food and amazing hospitality all combined.

Fried Prawns at Machan

This delicious food place is very much like a dome bar, and if you are not someone committed to Indian cuisine, you should visit with their Chinese items of which the fried prawns win hands down any day. There’s nothing like hot soup to warm you up on a cold, luminous night at Nainital and if you are at Machan on such a night, your day is surely made. Nainital has many places where you can get Tibetan and Kumaoni food, not only on the Mall Road but also the Tibetan Market area. Keep evaluating and test separate items at a different place, while you are here.

LAKE AND WOODS RESORT(NAINITAL)

Hotel Lake and Woods is a reasonable choice for travellers looking for a budget accomodation in Nainital. It is located in Tallital. Hotel is rated 2.7 out of 5, which is considered as average. A popular transit point from the hotel is Ramnagar Railway Station (33.3 kms). The Hotel is in proximity to some popular tourist attractions and other places of interest in Nainital. Some of the tourist attractions include Chandni Chowk (250 mtrs), Mall Road (1.2 kms), thandi sadak (1.4 kms), Naini Devi Temple (1.4 kms), Naini Devi Temple (1.4 kms), boat house club (1.4 kms) and Cafe de Mall (10.8 kms).

From all the Budget hotels in Nainital, Hotel Lake and Woods is very much popular among the tourists. A smooth check-in/check-out process, flexible policies and friendly management garner great customer satisfaction for this property. The Hotel has standard Check-In time as 11:00 AM and Check-Out time as 10:00 AM. It is a couple-friendly property, hence it is absolutely safe for unmarried couples to stay here.

Address : Near Tallital Rickshaw Stand , Vrindavan Cottage Compound, Mall Rd, Tallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 4,000 to 5,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

HOTEL LIMEWOOD(NAINITAL)

Hotel Limewood Nainital, Nainital is the perfect place to sit, relax and unwind yourself in the blissful surroundings of nature while enjoying customized cuisines and personalized services. Away from the hustle and bustle, Hotel Limewood Nainital is located in Armadale Compound, Jahangirabad Palace, Mallital, Nainital which is easily accessible from the Mall Road. Hotel Limewood Nainital is among the finest hotels in Nainital known for its warm hospitality and service excellence.

The hotel offers the best accommodation in Nainital. The hotel has well-appointed rooms with elegant interiors, wooden furnishing, and amenities like LCD TV, king-size bed with spring mattresses, wood paneling, king-size bed, beautifully designed bathroom, private Balcony along with all modern amenities such as LCD TV, hot water kettle, tea/coffee maker, Wi-Fi, 24*7 front desk, etc. The Hotel has a multi-cuisine restaurant where you can enjoy a fine dining experience. There is a beautifully landscaped garden with beautiful flowers and sitting areas in between the hotel

Address : Hotel, Armadale compound, Jahangirabad Palace Near Shervani, Mallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 4,000 to 5,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

NAINI RETREAT(NAINITAL)

Historically referred to as the residence of the Maharaja of Pilibhit, The Naini Retreat Hotel is among the best heritage hotels located in Nainital near the lake. The hotel is situated on the picturesque Ayarpatta Slopes, providing a breathtaking view of the Naini Lake at an altitude of 1,995 meters. This luxury hotel, a strikingly beautiful palatial building, embodies an old-world charm along with visible impressions of contemporary luxury. If you are wondering what awaits you here, then you will be glad to know that we offer royally furnished bedrooms, the best luxury rooms and suites in Nainital, that exude new age grandeur and hospitality. Our friendly staff are ever ready to assist you throughout your stay. 

For an intimate and exceptional dining experience, we serve a variety of Indian, Mughlai, Chinese and Continental cuisines in our dining rooms that overlook lush green landscapes and winding valleys. We take pride in offering the best Kumaon food for our guests. Not to disappoint our business and corporate guests, the hotel provides exclusive services to host business conferences and meetings in our spacious conference halls, the best conference halls in Nainital.

Address : Ayarpatta Slopes, Mallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263001

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 10,000 to 15,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

GAJRAJ TRAIL RESORT(JIN CORBETT)

Welcome to the magnificent world of The Gajraj trails Resort! One of the finest resort in Jim Corbett National Park, Spread over 9 acres with adjoining forest, greenery, chattering of birds and breathtaking roars of wild animals, Gajraj Trails Resort is an ideal place to stay at Jim Corbett National Park. Located at the southeastern part of National Park with the reserve buffer zone of Dhela Range. Being here one can experience the magic of wildlife right outside your door & unite with nature in the mysterious thick forest & picturesque valleys With our special packages, itineraries, and amenities at our resort, we hope that each and every guest gets the jungle experience they can't have in the everyday urban life. Warm regards, Team The Grand Gajraj!.

Address : Corbett Natonal Park Ramnagar Dhela Ramnagar, North Jaspur Range, Uttarakhand 244715

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 4,000 to 5,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

TUSK & ROAR RESORT

Tusk and Roar Corbett resort is located in Jhirna tourist zone in village Dhela and is only 1 km from the Safari gate of Corbett National Park. The resort spreads over 5 acres of land with two entry gates with backgate touching the forest and beautiful river. Resort is equipped with total 18 rooms. 8 concrete villas, 8 mud houses, 1 family suite.
The restaurant has a seating capacity of approx 80 covers. Tusk and Roar Corbett Resort, has hosted visitors from all over the world as the ideal gateway to Jim Corbett National Park. We present the sparkling waters of the river at your doorstep, exotic bird sightings from our Resort and the calls of the wild around the luxury of your rooms. For every season and every occasion we are one of the Corbett's most loved destinations.
The hotel is located at a place from you get an expansive view of the forest and hills. Away from the hustle-bustle of the city life, the area around the resort is lush with diverse flora and fauna, situated in the sub-Himalayan belt. The property is located at the distance of 12 km from Ramnagar Railway Station. The thoughtfully designed room’s features large window to enjoy hill/ pool / garden view. Guests who want to explore the area around the national park can avail the help from hotel's knowledgeable staff.

Address : Tourist zone, Dhela Rd, Jhirna, Dhela, Uttarakhand 244715

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 4,000 to 5,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

SIX SEASON RESORT(JIM CORBETT)

In the north Indian state of Uttarakhand, district Nainital situated seven kilometers to Ramnagar, lies an eco- friendly luxurious resort in Jim Corbett National Park. The resort touches the forests of Corbett National Park all along its entire length on the north eastern boundary, contiguous to the forests of the National Park.
Six Seasons Resort Corbett Resort, a 4 star luxury resort is located at Sawaldeh village in Ram Nagar. It is situated at an approximate distance of 260 kms from Indira Gandhi International Airport. This resort has close proximity to Ramnagar Railway Station which is situated at an approximate distance of 6 kms from here. It is a plush resort which is beautifully designed with deluxe furnishings and trendy appeal. It serves its guests with best of comfort and facilities.

Address : Jim Corbett National Park, Village : Semal Khalia, Dhela Rd, Jhirna, Ramnagar, Uttarakhand 244715

DETAILS:

• Cost Rs 4,000 to 5,000/-
• 1 Double bed.
• Entetainment-LED TV,WIFI etc.
• Buffet breakfast & Buffet Dinner.

Aamari Resort, Ayarpatta

Aamari Resort is one of the top resorts in Nainital, which offers wide array of outdoor activities like mountain biking, bird watching, flying fox, jeep safari, and Himalayan Anchor (one of its kind Heli trekking adventure). The rooms of the resort are garden and mountain facing, and are equipped with modern amenities required to make your stay comfortable.

What’s special: Largest infinity pool in Nainital

Average tariff: INR 10,500/night

Distance from Naini Lake: 295 km

Address : Main Bhowali-Mukteshwar Road, Malla Ramgarh, Ayarpatta, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263137

Dynasty Resort, Khurpatal

This is one of the coziest resorts in Nainital and awarded as the Best Host by Yatra in 2016. Located near Khurpatal, amidst tranquil nature, this resort offers activities like puppet show, magic show, meditation sessions, and Kumauni folk dance and live music. All the rooms of the resort are overlooking the gorgeous mountains.

What’s special: Kumauni folk dance and live music

Average tariff: INR 2,500/night

Distance from Naini Lake: 11.3 km

Address : Nainital Road, KalaDungi, Dist Nainital, Khurpatal, Uttarakhand 263001

Classic The Mall

Strategically located on the Mall way, this hotel is charming furnished and well-appointed with amenities including an in-house restaurant, in-house Discotheque and Indoor Games room. Recommended rooms: Lake View classic suite on the mountaintop floor provides the best view.

Address: Mall Road, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263001

Timing: No Timing

Lake Side Inn

One of the great budget hotels in Nainital, located on the banks of Naini Lake, this hotel excels in hospitality and an array of comfortable services to make your stay a comfort experience.

Recommended rooms: Executive rooms with direct view of lake and the bazaar.

Address: The Mall, Mall Rd, near Muncipal Library, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002

Timing: No Timing

Enjoy Boating at Naini Lake

In the whole district of Nainital, the Naini Lake is one of the most famous, owing to its location and ease of access. It is surrounded by beauty on all sides, the lake is a best place to have some memories of the city. As you sit on a boat that slowly float on the waters, indulge in what is one of the best activities to do in Nainital. Take a boating trip of the lake that surrounds you in this beautiful location, from where you can see the cool snow-capped peaks, the Cheena Peak, and the Tiffin Top. Take the pictures of this beautiful valley or record a video of the pleasant weather.

Location: Naini Lake, Nainital, Uttarakhand

Timings: Everyday, 6 AM to 6 PM

Charges: Starts from INR 150 to INR 1500 per person 

Tiffin Top Sunrise

Of the many things to see in Nainital, viewing the sunrise from Tiffin Top is a must. Himalayan Range will never look this beautiful to you. Catch a glimpse from Tiffin Top, a peak in Nainital and witness the most awe-inspiring sight. The place is only about 4 km from the heart of Nainital and makes for a wonderful trek. You can also enjoy a horse ride to go there.
Location: Ayarpatta, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002
Timings: 6 AM – 6 PM

Hanuman Garhi

Visit this Hanuman Temple and experience the divinity of this place. Of the many things to see in Nainital, do not miss the most romantic and enchanting sunset. It is around 3.5 kms away from the bus stop and taxis are available to reach there. Reach before 4 in the evening to witness the frenzy.

Location: Haldwani Road, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002
Timings: 5 AM – 12 PM & 4 PM – 9 PM

Trekking at Cheena Peak

Cheena Peak is also known as the Naina Peak. It is the highest point in Nainital. It is covered in forests of Deodars, Rhododendrons, and Cypresses, the trek to the top of Cheena Peak is as gratifying as the view from the top. After a small and recline hike up the hill, you will see the most beautiful range of the Himalayas that all are covered in snow. Also, the city of Nainital looks more beautiful from the peak. The trekking to the top, and capture the views from there, is the best things to do in Nainital.

Location: Nainital, Uttarakhand

Charges/Fees: None

Naina Devi

Soak in the divinity by visiting the Naina Devi Temple. Spend some quiet time here, you will surely come back refreshed. The Naina Devi Temple is dedicated to goddess Naina Devi, who is believed to govern the Naini Lake. It is believed to be one of the 64 Shaktipeeth’s in India. The location of the temple is simply awe-inspiring, instilling a sense of tranquility in the pilgrims who come here to offer their prayers.

Location: Ayarpatta, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002
Timings: 4 AM – 10 PM

Visit the Nainital Zoo

Nainital Zoo is a high altitude home for wildlife, first of its kind in North India, and the 3rd in the country. It is located at a height of about 2,100 m above sea level, the zoo is one of the most famous to visit in Nainital. Housing animals like Royal Bengal tiger, sambar, leopard cat, Tibetan wolves, and Himalayan bear, and the zoo also has many bird species like Kalij pheasant, rose-ringed parakeet, Lady Amherst pheasant, golden pheasant, and red junglefowl. A visit to this zoo is surely one of the best things to do in Nainital.

Location: Tallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002

Timings:  10 AM to 4:30 PM, Friday to Wednesday

Charges/Fees: INR 50 for adults and 20 for children.

Go for Camping

Nainital is not only known for  just hills and lakes, rather, the place has its fair share of grassland and hill to enjoy the best camping in Kumaon. With weather that remains cool for almost all throughout the year, the experience of camping in Nainital is nothing short of a getaway from the bustling life of the city. You should try to fill your mornings with sunrise views, catch up on some hike and birdwatching through the day, get warm with a bonfire as you sing and dance around it, and try to sleep under the billions of stars in this clear sky. Find a place to chuck your tent and you will find all of the above easily.

Location: Nainital, Uttarakhand

Learn Rock Climbing

More than a place adored with beauty, Nainital is an beautiful destination as well. A agenda of adventure sports waiting for you to research is present in the lake town, but the most beautiful things to do in Nainital has to be the rock climbing. With a few schools that will teach the basics and the necessities of rock climbing, you can easily become an addict of the sport. And with a lot of opportunities to practice in the city, there is a lot of fun that is yet to be had, and rock climbing is one of those uncharted and untapped adventures. You can learn a lot with Nainital Mountaineering Club.

Location: CRST Inter College, Mallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263001

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Charges/Fees: Starts from INR 600

Enjoy Ropeway of Nainital

The main interest of Nainital includes the beautiful name of the Ropeway of Nainital. While the destination is surely beautiful, the ride to the top is itself very comfortable, it is one of the best things to do in Nainital. There are only 2 trolleys that run between the two terminals and it takes 2 and half minutes to complete the journey from one side. Another best thing about this is that the ropeway was built by the Swiss pioneers, making it the secure ropeway in the region.

Location: Ropeway RdMallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263001

Timings: 10 AM to 4 PM

Charges/Fees:  150 for adults, and 100 for children.

Pangot And Kilbury Bird Sanctuary

One of the best things to see in Nainital is to visit this temple to witness some of the rare variety of birds and animals. They will make you feel like you are going back to your younger days and enjoy them in a childlike manner.  Kilbury is confined by a growing green thick jungle of oak and pine. Forests of Kilbury provide sufficient opportunities to bird watchers and make Kilbury a perfect birding holiday place.

Location: Village Pangot, Budhlakot, Via Kilbury Road
Timings: 6 AM – 5 PM

Mall Road

Your trip to Nainital will be incomplete without visiting Mall Road. Built during Colonial rule, it runs through the town’s heart, parallel to the lake. Shops, banks, cafes and restaurants nudge each other on this busy road, making it imperative for a tourist to visit it more than once. Buy textiles, traditionally woven woolen shawls and cardigans, carved artifacts made of wood, handicrafts, trinkets, unique candles shaped like fruits or fairies and a variety of goods from shops here.

Bara Bazaar

This popular market place is situated in Mallital area, where you can get a great variety of fruits and jams. Stock up on cherries, apples, strawberries and blueberries as shops here will pack them for you in boxes if you wish to carry them back home. Other attractions are the unique candles made here and the cane sticks and showpieces carved out of wood. The market has served this region for decades and offers many more souvenirs and local specialties too.

Tibetan Market

You will find an exciting flea market run by natives Tibet, who come here with many exquisitely made bags, scarves, shawls, ethnic dresses, mufflers, trinkets and even watches. The prices are definitely affordable making this market next to the Naini Lake a bustling scene of activity and colourful ambience.The atmosphere is vibrant and the vendors ensure your interest is held by calling out to you. Be sure to bargain well and check around for the prices before closing any deal.

Woollen Items

People likes to buy woollen clothes including shawls, mufflers, and the scarves from the market that’s called Bhutia market that falls behind Naina Devi Temple. As compared to Darjeeling Market I found these things a bit excessive. Never mind, there is a large variety and design of woollen stuffs to buy here. If you go to nanital then you must buy woolen items from market

Fruit Products

The fruit products are also a very popular item of Nainital. There is a shop on Bhimtal-Bhowali road called fruitage which sells these all items. They include jams, juices, chutney, squashes, and pickles. The other popular items of this market are Apple chutney (from Mukteshwar and Ranikhet orchards) and Buransh (flower) Squash which has medicinal benefits. Among dry fruits, you can buy walnuts, kafal, plum, strawberry and apricot which are local fruits.

Uniquely Designed Candles

You can find unique designed wax candles at different gift shops in Nainital. It is one of the top most items among beautiful things to buy in Nainital. The glowing candle industry that was started in the early ’90s is involved in the handmade decorative candle. These candles come in unique shapes and aromas. If you are looking for memorable thing, these beautiful candles, serve the purpose well. They have an affordable price and yet look quite beautiful.

Bamboo Fabric

This is a beautiful thing to buy entirely from Nainital. The bamboo fabric is used to make these different kinds of clothes. The best part of this kind of cloth is that it helps you to keep odour-free and the feeling and smelling fresh. The bamboo fabric clothes keep you cool in the summer season and warmer in the winter season. The price starts of these types of clothes around Rs 1800. In short, clothes that are made from papaya fibres are the most unique thing to buy as well.

Pine Tree Craftworks

The stuff made from fallen pinecones is also an outstanding piece of gift to buy from the gift shops of Nainital. These kinds of craftwork are easily available at many tourist places in Nainital and the Bhim Tal. The price begins around Rs 100.

Bells of Ghorakhal’s Golu Temple

The Brass Bells are allowing as a prayer to Lord Golu at Ghorakhal Temple of Nanital.  Golu Devta i.e Lord Golu is a fabulous allegorical and historical God of the Kumaun region of Uttarakhand state of India. The temple is suited on a small hilltop. Interestingly, you can see there are thousands of bells of all sizes that are hanging all over the temple. For that matter it is known as the bell temple of Nainital

Bal Mithai

Bal Mithai is the most famous sweet of Nainital from the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in India, especially regions around Almora.  The specialty sweet of Uttarakhand is made from dried melt milk solids (khoya). The chocolate brown colour sweet is adorned cover with white sugar balls. Chocolate is another version of Bal Mithai sweets, but without the sugar balls. Khim Singh Mohan Singh Rautela shop is famous in the uttarakhand in Almora for their distinct Bal mithai and Singhauri.