The hype
Staff is eager to please and food is decent, but the building feels tired and housekeeping misses the details.
Clarks Residences Bhowali
$50-80/ ніч
Забронюйте це, якщо You want a quiet, budget-friendly base for Kainchi Dham and Bhimtal without the chaos (and parking nightmares) of Nainital Mall Road.
Чому люди це люблять
- Peaceful Shyamkhet location away from city noise
- Spacious Family Apartments with separate living areas
- Walking distance to the scenic Shyamkhet Tea Garden
Короткий огляд: A functional 3-star highway hotel that markets itself as a 'residence'—great for families needing space, but don't expect 5-star maintenance or a pool.
Переглянуто @thatgirl_nikitaa: I finally made it to Kainchi Dham and found this gem just 20 mins away. The suite was massive—felt like a proper apartment with a killer mountain view. Waking up here before the temple visit was so peaceful. Definitely my go-to spot in Bhowali now.
Гість, який був тут, сказав
Reality check
The 'Valley View' is lovely, but lower-floor rooms often smell damp and face a wall or the parking lot.
- You are visiting Kainchi Dham (Neem Karoli Baba Ashram)
- You are traveling with a large family and need 2-bedroom apartments
- You have your own car and want free, easy parking
Чистота та обслуговування
6.8
- Housekeeping: Daily service is provided, but attention to detail is lacking. Expect dust in corners or under beds.
- Bathroom hygiene: Functional but tired. Grout often shows age/discoloration. Soap dispensers can be grimy.
- Maintenance: Signs of wear are visible—peeling paint, sticky floors in common areas, and damp patches on walls.
- Linens & towels: Generally clean and white, but towels can feel scratchy and over-washed.
- Odors & scents: Lobby and lower corridors often have a damp/musty smell typical of older hill station buildings.
Sleepability™
6.5ПОМІРНО
0-4ГУЧНО
4-7.5ПОМІРНО
7.5-10ТИХО
- Echoing hallways and slamming doors
- Plumbing/boiler gurgling in some wings
- occasional road noise if facing the Bhowali-Ramgarh road
Перед бронюванням
Корисно знати
- This is a dry hotel (no alcohol served), though you can usually consume your own in rooms discreetly.
- Heaters are provided in winter but may be portable units rather than central heating.
- Mobile network can be spotty; rely on the hotel Wi-Fi which is generally stable in public areas.
Що взяти з собою
- Motion sickness pills (the road from Kathgodam is very winding)
- Warm layers (even in summer, evenings in Bhowali get chilly)
- Cash (small local cafes and tea stalls nearby often don't take cards)
Джин номерів
Найкращі вибори
- Valley View Family Apartment (top floor for best light and less noise)
- Terrace Suite (worth the upgrade for private outdoor space)
Номери, яких варто уникати
- Basement/Lower level rooms (often complain of damp smells and no view)
- Rooms near the elevator/stairwell (noisy)
Джин для запиту номерів – копіюй та вставляй
“I am booking a stay and kindly request a room on the highest possible floor with a Valley View. Please ensure it is NOT a basement unit and is away from the elevator to avoid noise. We are sensitive to damp smells, so a well-ventilated room is essential.”
ЧаПи та скриті поради
Все, що вам дійсно потрібно знати перед бронюванням.
Is there a swimming pool?
No. Some third-party sites incorrectly list one, but there is absolutely no pool on the property.
How far is it from Kainchi Dham?
It is about 8-9 km away. A taxi takes 20-30 minutes, but traffic can double that time on weekends.
Does the hotel have air conditioning?
Most rooms do not have AC. They have ceiling fans. Bhowali is cooler than the plains, but it can get warm in mid-summer afternoons.
Is the food good?
The on-site restaurant 'The Bridge' serves reliable North Indian and Chinese food. Breakfast is a standard spread but can get repetitive.
Is there parking?
Yes, free on-site parking is available, which is a huge luxury compared to hotels in Nainital town.
Can I walk to Nainital Lake?
No. It is an 11km drive on a mountain road. You need a car or taxi.
Поради знавців
- ✨
Walk 5 minutes down the road to the Shyamkhet Tea Garden—it's a hidden gem with fresh organic tea and zero crowds.
- ✨
Ask for a room in the 'New Wing' if available; the older blocks tend to have more maintenance issues.
- ✨
If you're visiting Kainchi Dham, leave the hotel by 6:00 AM to beat the massive traffic jams that start by 8:00 AM.
5 речей, які варто знати перед вашим виїздом
💡The 'Game Room' is often just a dusty pool table and a carrom board.
💡Hot water can be temperamental; let the tap run for a minute before jumping in.
💡The lift area sometimes has a lingering musty odor.
💡You can buy fresh fruit and local juices at the Bhowali market (1km away) for half the price of tourist spots.
💡Monkeys are active in the area—keep your balcony door locked when you aren't there.
Місцевий Посібник
Карта
Подивіться, де розташована Clarks Residences Bhowali та що поблизу.