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Resort · 🇮🇳 Ooty, Fern Hills

Virgin Valley Leisure Resort

Fern Hills, West Mere, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643004, India

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Your week, from Coimbatore

How the week looks, 17 Oct to 24 Oct.

Getting there
3hDrive. About ₹1,600 in fuel and tolls each way.
Weather that week
One of its best monthsClear and cold, 10–20°C, some rain late October
Price
NANo rate history for this property yet, so there is nothing to compare tonight's price against
Guests said
The property is situated 2.4 km from the Ooty city centreWatch out: guests are not permitted to bring pets..
What nobody tells youNA
Worth knowing

Before you go.

  • Guests are not permitted to bring pets.
  • Mixed: quiet inside, busy outside. Best months here are Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.
About

What it's like.

Comfortable Accommodations: Virgin Valley Leisure Resort in Ooty offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden or lake views, and modern amenities including free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs.

Convenient Location: Located 100 km from Coimbatore International Airport, the resort is a 16-minute walk from Ooty Lake. Nearby attractions include Ooty Railway Station (2.4 km) and Ooty Rose Garden (3.7 km).

Dining and Leisure: The resort features a family-friendly restaurant serving Chinese and Indian cuisines, a waterpark, and an outdoor fireplace. Guests can enjoy live music, a games room, and outdoor seating areas.

At the stay
  • 24-hour reception
  • air-conditioning
  • flat-screen TVs
  • Free parking
  • free WiFi
  • games room
  • good for children
  • Hiking
  • live music
  • No elevators
  • outdoor fireplace
  • outdoor seating areas
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Smoke-free property
  • Ticket assistance
  • Tour assistance
  • waterpark
  • Breakfast
Our reading

What we make of it.

Drawn from the reviews, their own page and what Google holds. Every line below rests on something a source said, and a person approved it before it appeared here.

Food at the property5.0
The resort offers breakfast as an amenity, but there are no reviews or details about the food quality.
How it sits7.0
The resort is located 2.4 km from the Ooty city centre in Fern Hills, West Mere, and Coimbatore International Airport is listed as 0 km away.
The rooms8.0
SHANTHI reviewed 'Good room' and Venkatesh described the hill view room as 'fantastic' and offering comfort.
The view9.0
Venkatesh reviewed that the hill view room offered a 'breathtaking view' and multiple room types feature mountain views.
Value3.0
The per night estimate is high at INR 12,607 (rising up to INR 17,019 in December), while the import guest score is only 3 out of 10.
What there is6.0
Amenities include 24-hour reception, breakfast, free parking, hiking, tour and ticket assistance, but there are no elevators.
Best for
  • couple8.0The resort offers scenic mountain views and suites with balconies, which Venkatesh described as making their stay memorable.
  • sightseeing8.0The resort is 2.4 km from the city centre and offers tour and ticket assistance along with hiking.
  • family7.0The property offers spacious options like a 2 Bedrooms Suite and a Presidential Quadruple Suite, though there are no elevators.
Worth weighing
  • Guests are not permitted to bring pets.
Around

What's nearby.

Numbered on the map. Distances are from the door, by road where Google could route it, otherwise as the crow flies.

A map of what is around Virgin Valley Leisure Resort
Virgin Valley Leisure Resort
Getting thereOpen in Google Maps
Getting thereWhere you arrive, and how far it is
The town

Ooty, in October.

Cold mornings far from town

Ooty is a town in the Nilgiri Mountains of Tamil Nadu located at an altitude of 2,240 m. It features a subtropical highland climate with temperatures generally lower than the surrounding plains. The town serves as a market town for the surrounding area which is largely dependent on agriculture.

October here
12–19°C, rain most daysBy the numbers the months to come are Jan and Feb. Ten years of measured days, not a brochure. Worth 3 nights. With multiple distinct areas like Havelock Rd, N Lake Rd, and Doddabetta Peak, you need at least three days to explore the gardens, lakes, and viewpoints without rushing.
Worth a morning
A local adds
  • The Murugan Temple, Elk Hill is a quiet place mostly visited by locals.
  • The Ooty Municipal Market holds a daily wholesale auction of local agricultural products.
Not worth it
  • Ooty Viewpoint may be isolated and located on private property.
Carry
  • Bring a rain jacket and shoes that dry for the wet season.
  • Pack a warm layer for cold nights in January.
  • At 2,235 m the sun is strong even when the air is cool: sunscreen and a hat, whatever the month.

Every line above is a record allto stood behind for Ooty, and 9 days were worked out from its map. Where to eat, below, is matched from the same record.

Reviews

What guests said.

Shown as written. Some are Google reviews, marked as such.

★Mirzah Moghal · 3 months agoGoogle

I booked a 2-day stay at this resort through Expedia using UAE bank vouchers worth AED 1,200 (approximately ₹31,000). The booking value was around ₹25,000, and I additionally paid about ₹6,000 in taxes. Unfortunately, upon arrival with my family of four (4), we felt we were treated differently because our booking was made using vouchers. The staff informed us that we were not entitled to complimentary breakfast and activities such as bird watching, hiking, and biking, despite these being advertised as part of the resort experience. We also noticed that other guests appeared to receive better treatment and access to facilities. Furthermore, our booking indicated two (2) king-size beds, but the accommodation provided did not match what was advertised and was uncomfortable for a family stay. The most disappointing aspect was the feeling that guests booking through vouchers or discounts were not treated the same as direct-paying customers. All guests should receive the facilities and services advertised at the time of booking, regardless of the payment method used. I would not recommend this resort to travelers booking through vouchers, discounts, or promotional offers unless the resort guarantees that all advertised facilities will be provided equally to every guest.

★★★★Mohammed Jaseem · 9 months agoGoogle

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel resort with our family group (5 rooms)! The rooms were modern and clean, with lovely bathrooms. The staff were incredibly welcoming and accommodating, making our stay even more enjoyable. Breakfast was delicious and a great start to our days. The resort had plenty of activities like bird watching, animal interactions (perfect for kids and adults!), horse riding, and ATV tracks - we all had a blast! 😄 The view from the hotel was simply stunning. Would definitely recommend for a fun family getaway.

★★★★★dikshita kakati · 2 weeks agoGoogle

The resort is beautiful spanning over a large area with atv riding zone , mini zoo , aviary amongst many other activities. Rooms are clean and service is good . View from the balcony is picturesque. Overall a great stay ,

★★★★★Sinan Sadique · 3 months agoGoogle

We stayed at Virgin Valley for two nights and had an excellent experience. The rooms were of exceptional quality, and the cleanliness and hygiene standards were truly top-notch. The property is cozy, comfortable, and well-maintained, making it a wonderful place to stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a pleasant and relaxing stay.

★★★★★gopi prinz · a week agoGoogle

Lovely stay and excellent experience in room and activities. Must recommend and safe stay. Staffs are very excellent and mr.irfan did good welcoming and helpful. Keep up the good work

A guest wroteSHANTHI

Good room, good service

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