Mani Vihar
Ootacamund
Popular places to visit
Ooty Lake
Relax by the water and go for a paddle on this peaceful lake, just minutes from the busy city center.
Doddabetta Peak
Enjoy spectacular views and an array of plant and tree life at the tallest mountain in the Nilgiri range.
Ooty Rose Garden
Discover thousands of species of rose while you enjoy a serene environment and a magnificent city backdrop.
Government Botanical Gardens
At the foot of Doddabetta Mountain, this expansive garden has stunning displays of tropical flowers and an array of rare tree species.
Pykara Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pykara Lake during your travels in Pykara. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
St. Stephen's Church
One of the oldest churches in the Nilgiris region combines charming architecture and fabulous stained-glass windows in a mystical woodland setting.
Things to do
Day Trip to Coonoor (Guided Sightseeing Tour by Car from Ooty)
Muesum & Garden Tour of Ooty (4 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Top hotels in Mani Vihar
Fortune Resort Sullivan Court, Ooty - Member ITC Hotels' Group
Very nice hotel located at the top of a hill in Ooty. Nicely appointed rooms with comfortable bedding. Staff was extremely friendly and provided good service. Hotel location makes it easy to walk down to main city area where lots restaurants are available. However, you can easily eat at the in house ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
WelcomHeritage Ayatana Ooty
Yantra Resort Ooty
Stinky Bathroom
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Sterling Ooty Fern Hill
Excellent location ambience and great staff
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sterling Ooty Elk Hill
Great stay
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Byke Sunshine Grand
Food is not good and poor room hygiene
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mani Vihar
Upper Bazar
Though Upper Bazar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mudumalai National Park and Ooty Rose Garden.
Fern Hill
While visiting Fern Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cairn Hill and Lady Canning's Seat.
Kandal
If you're spending some time in Kandal, Arranmore Palace and Government Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Stone House Area
Stone House Area might not have many top sights, but Government Botanical Gardens and Ooty Rose Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
