“Tucked into a Himalayan ridge above Almora, this minimalist mountain lodge pairs solitude with staggering views of Nanda Devi. Interiors mix stone, bamboo and warm woods, with toasty bukharis and floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s a spa, cantilevered dining room and homegrown cuisine.”

Recommended for

  • Eco break

    • Built with bamboo and stone, The Kumaon champions low-impact design, local food and rainwater harvesting in every detail
  • Back to Nature

    • Wake to mountain views, wander through rhododendron forests and soak up the stillness of the remote Kasar Devi ridge
  • Views

    • Expect awesome Himalayan views wherever you look
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Settle in by the fire with a book and board game in the hotel’s cosy library which is stocked with local favourites
  • Great walks

    • Hike through oak and cedar forests to reach centuries-old shrines tucked into the hillsides around Kasar Devi
  • Total relaxation

    • Unwind with a deep-tissue massage using local apricot oil, either at the spa or in the comfort of your suite
  • Learning

    • Join a guided walk through nearby villages to learn about traditional farming and Kumaoni culture first hand
  • Other Activities

    • Spend the afternoon sketching or painting in a wildflower meadow, with birdsong and stillness all around
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    • All rooms boast a private terrace and epic views
  • Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Romantic

  • Contemporary

  • Wellbeing

  • Chic

  • Spa

  • Hills & mountains

Facilities

  • Rooms

    10 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Sample a thali of seasonal Kumaoni dishes like bhang chutney and black soybean daal in the glass-walled dining room
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    All rooms boast a private terrace and epic views
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Massage

  • Wifi

  • Private villas

  • Suites

  • Spa

Activities

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Settle in by the fire with a book and board game in the hotel’s cosy library which is stocked with local favourites
  • Great walks

    • Hike through oak and cedar forests to reach centuries-old shrines tucked into the hillsides around Kasar Devi
  • Learning

    • Join a guided walk through nearby villages to learn about traditional farming and Kumaoni culture first hand
  • Other Activities

    • Spend the afternoon sketching or painting in a wildflower meadow, with birdsong and stillness all around

Map & Location

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