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Sterling Kodai Lake

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Kodaikanal Lake

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Outdoor dining
Lake View Privilege Suite with Balcony | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Front of property - evening/night
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, table tennis

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa

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44, Gymkhana Road, Lake View, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, 624101
  • Place, Kodaikanal Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bryant Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Palani Hills

Room options

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Classic Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 303 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, table tennis

Privilege Suite

  • 337 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Garden View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 635 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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Indulge Suite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Indulge Suite

  • 411 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Duplex Suite with Balcony | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Duplex Suite with Balcony

  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lake View Privilege Suite with Balcony | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lake View Privilege Suite with Balcony

  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Lake View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Lake View

  • 621 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Kodaikanal

On waterfront.Stay at this Kodaikanal hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kodaikanal Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Bryant Park. Lutheran Church and Coaker's Walk are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kodaikanal Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bryant Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Silver Cascade Falls - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Kurinji Temple - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Pillar Rocks - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Welcome Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mann Manam - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotel kovai Annapoorna - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Astoria Veg - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hill Top Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sterling Kodai Lake

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Kodaikanal Lake
Sterling Kodai Lake offers its guests a full-service spa and a steam room. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 1080 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Sterling Kodai Lake. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kodaikanal hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1080 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Karaoke
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Sterling Kodai Lake offers 102 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and slippers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kodaikanal hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
To register at this property, guests who are Indian citizens must provide a valid photo identity card issued by the Government of India; travelers who are not citizens of India must present a valid passport and visa.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: INR 2360 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 66 lbs per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: INR 2360 per pet, per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Kodai-By Lake
Kodai-By Lake Hotel
Kodai-By Lake Hotel Kodaikanal
Kodai-By Lake Sterling Holiday Resorts Hotel Kodaikanal
Kodai-By Lake Sterling Holiday Resorts Hotel
Sterling Kodai Lake Hotel
Sterling Kodai Lake Kodaikanal
Sterling Kodai Lake Hotel Kodaikanal

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sterling Kodai Lake to the airport?

Sterling Kodai Lake is 84.3 mi (233-min drive) away from the Madurai (IXM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sterling Kodai Lake?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sterling Kodai Lake on Nov 26, 2025 start from $63.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sterling Kodai Lake have an airport shuttle?

Sterling Kodai Lake offers an airport shuttle.

Does Sterling Kodai Lake offer free breakfast?

Sterling Kodai Lake does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sterling Kodai Lake?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sterling Kodai Lake?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sterling Kodai Lake?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sterling Kodai Lake have a pool?

Sterling Kodai Lake does not have a pool.

Does Sterling Kodai Lake have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Sterling Kodai Lake have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Sterling Kodai Lake to downtown Kodaikanal?

Sterling Kodai Lake is 0.8 mi away from Kodaikanal.