“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

Other reviews

The Kumaon

The Kumaon is located in the foothills of the Himalayas, on the sacred Nanda Devi range, surrounded by rhododendron blooms, ancient trees and Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary where leopards roam.

Originally published by Tatler Asia

What makes The Kumaon in Uttarakhand the ultimate

Far away from the cacophony of city life, perched 1,750m above sea level on Uttarakhand’s Kasar Devi ridge, stands The Kumaon, a retreat with an understated opulence.

Originally published by Elle

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