Munnar, is a beautiful hill station, perfectly set on the Western Ghat Mountains range. It is believed that the city derived its name by the reference of a constituent place, which is the confluence of three significant rivers, namely, Madhurapuzha, Kundaly, and Nallathanni. The city was once the summer resort of the British, who were also the ones behind the major developments in the city. Today, the city is one of the strongest centres of tea plantation in the country. Besides, it is also a good place to spend your holidays, as it houses an excellent array of interesting and fun tourist spots. What's more, Munnar is the only city in the nation where the rare Strobilanthus, a blue flower that blossoms once in a span of 12 years, is found.
Hotel and tourism industries are two of the prime industries in the city. There is a wide range of fantastic restaurants and hotels in Munnar, available today. They cater all the requirements of a traveller and ensure that he gets a comfortable stay. Following are two of the best hotels in the city, which you can consider on your trip to the city.
Deshadan Mountain Resorts – The hotel is a 3 star property and is located in Pothamedu area. Perfectly perched on the top of a hill, the hotel offers the best views of the countryside. The good thing that goes in favour of the travellers is that the hotel is just 5 minutes drive from the Bus Stand. Ensuring a comfortable and pleasant stay to its guests, the hotel offers 22 thoughtfully designed rooms, complete with designer decor and all in-room conveniences, namely: cable TV, direct dial telephone, safe box, storage cabinet, attached bathroom, and balcony etc. The rooms are divided into 5 different categories, each suiting the needs of different types of guests. Besides, the hotel also consists of a spacious multi purpose banquet hall, 24 hr front desk, laundry, doctor-on-call. In addition, the hotel also offers travel services like sightseeing, travel guide, travel taxis etc., on demand. Lastly, delicacies including Chinese, Indian, and Continental, are also served at the elegantly designed restaurant within the premises.
The Tall Trees – It is a plush property strategically set amidst of beautiful surroundings, in the Idukki district in the state. It is one of the most popular 3 star hotels in Munnar, and is very well-connected by excellent roads. It is about 1.8 km from the nearest bus stand, and 7.83 km from Photo Point and 88.80 km from Mattancherry Palace. The hotel is an ideal accommodation option for travellers seeking luxury and best services. There is 24 hr reception available; guests can check-in anytime after 12 PM. The rooms are designed specially with the guests' needs in mind, and ensures that all the requirements are met. Each room is replete with the necessary modern conveniences, such as bathroom, coffee/tea maker, telephone, and TV etc. In addition, the hotel also offers some recreational services as well such as Aryurvedic Spa, fitness centre, pool etc. Besides, it also arranges in-demand travel and adventure facilities like trekking, cycling, rock climbing, and campfire. What's more the dining is also an important aspect of the hotel's hospitality. It features a multi-cuisine restaurant serving delicacies of different regions in the nation.
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