Windermere Estate - Munnar

3-star mountain retreat on a cardamom plantation with guided nature walks and personalized cuisine

Accommodation

Windermere Estate Munnar has 18 rooms, each handcrafted and integrated with the surrounding plantations. The rooms are designed to avoid a standard hotel atmosphere, offering a homely feel with private bathrooms and seating areas. Some rooms include a coffee machine and kettle, with views of the mountains or gardens.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves personalized courses based on locally sourced ingredients, with a set menu that changes daily. Guests can enjoy meals in a cozy setting, with a barbecue area and shared lounge for gatherings. Breakfast is included, and the chef accommodates special diet menus upon request.

Activities

Windermere Estate offers guided nature walks through the cardamom plantation, led by a resident naturalist. Guests can join bird-watching tours, hiking, cycling, and cooking classes, or use the games room and board games. The hotel also provides bike hire and walking tours to explore the Western Ghats.

Amenities

The property has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools with spectacular valley views. Additional comforts include a sun terrace, outdoor fireplace, and garden with outdoor furniture. Free self-parking and an airport shuttle are available, along with daily housekeeping and laundry services.

Location

Windermere Estate is set in Munnar, 8 km from Mattupetty Dam and close to Tata Tea Museum and Attukal Waterfalls. The estate sits amidst cardamom and tea plantations, providing direct access to scenic walking trails. Kochi International Airport is 75 km away, and free parking is available on site.

• Location: On a cardamom plantation, 8 km from Mattupetty Dam
• Rooms: 18 handcrafted rooms with mountain or garden views
• Dining: Personalized set-menu dinners using locally sourced ingredients
• Activities: Guided nature walks, bird-watching, hiking, and cycling
• Amenities: Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, free airport shuttle
• Ideal for: Nature enthusiasts, families, groups for events