Wake Up to the Kumaon Hills at Sterling Nainital
Sterling Nainital is a newly renovated, award-winning hill resort set in a pastoral clearing above the town, with 49 well-appointed rooms that all open to valley views across the Kumaon hills. Styled in Neo Colonial design with Aipan-inspired art, and offering spacious premier rooms of up to 400 sq. ft.
As the first resort on the Nainital-Almora Road, it sits away from the bustle of town yet close to the action, with a 180-degree panorama of the valley and clouds settling below the balconies. The emerald waters of Naini Lake (6.8 km) and the shops of Mall Road (8 km) are a short drive down, while Kainchi Dham (11 km) draws pilgrims up the Almora road. The quieter lakes of Bhimtal (16 km) and Sattal (15 km) make the resort a natural basecamp for exploring the Lake District of Kumaon.
Fill the days with treks and trails through the surrounding pine forests, indoor games and bonfire evenings, or unwind with a spa session after a morning of sightseeing. Whether you are searching for a valley view rooms in Nainital for a family trip or a quiet retreat above the crowds, Sterling Nainital brings the calm of the Kumaon hills together with Sterling's signature hospitality.
Resort Highlights
Award-Winning Neo Colonial Retreat
Stay at award-winning resort, renovated and upgraded with Neo Colonial styling and Aipan-inspired art drawn from Kumaon's traditional folk craft.
Spacious Valley View Rooms
Choose from valley view rooms with balconies and private sit-outs, including premier rooms of up to 400 sq. ft., offering pine forest and valley vistas ideal for a comfortable family stay.
Kumaoni Dining at Tadka
Try authentic Kumaoni cuisine alongside Indian and international favourites at Tadka, the resort's multi cuisine restaurant in Nainital, where Palak Ka Kapha and Pahadi Shikar are worth seeking out.
Discovery Central & Wellness
Play across a 2,000 sq. ft. Discovery Central with indoor and outdoor games, from billiards and table tennis to air hockey, then rejuvenate at The Spa, making it a preferred resort with activities in Nainital.
Awards & Recognition
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2026
RCI Gold Crown
TA COE 2018
2018
TA COE 2019
2019
TA COE 2020
2020
TA Travellers Choice Best of Best Award 2020
2020
TA Travellers Choice Award 2021
2021
TA Travellers Choice Award 2022
2022
TA Travellers Choice Award 2023
2023
TA Travellers Choice Award 2024
2024
TA Travellers Choice Award 2025
2025
Who It's Perfect For
Families
Rooms of up to 400 sq. ft., a games-filled Discovery Central and arts and craft sessions keep every generation occupied, making it a dependable family resort.
Couples
Private balconies and sit-outs opening to mist and valley, quiet spa sessions and bonfire evenings set the tone for a romantic getaway.
Nature & Slow Travellers
Guided nature walks, treks and trails through the pine forests and the birdlife of the Kumaon hills suit anyone exploring the best tourist places in Nainital at an unhurried pace.
Friends & Groups
A DJ corner, party games and drives out to the Kumaon lakes turn a weekend trip into an easy, high-energy break.
Corporate Teams
Banqueting facilities, engaging team activities and a setting well away from the town rush make it a refreshing pick for a corporate offsite, a conference or a reunion.
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Amenities & Guest Facilities
Thoughtfully Curated Comforts and services at Sterling Nainital
Rooms
Room Assigned on Arrival
Enjoy soothing pine forest views through large windows, with thoughtfully equipped in-room amenities designed for a peaceful and comfortable stay in the valley.
Enjoy soothing pine forest views through large windows, with thoughtfully equipped in-room amenities designed for a peaceful and comfortable stay in the valley.
Valley View Classic Room With Balcony
18 contemporary designed rooms offering the Pine forest views from large windows, and fully equipped in-room amenities for a blissful holiday in the valley
18 contemporary designed rooms offering the Pine forest views from large windows, and fully equipped in-room amenities for a blissful holiday in the valley
Valley View Premier Room With Balcony
16 Rooms Premier rooms, featuring a private balcony, mesmerizing views of the valley and fully equipped in-room amenities
16 Rooms Premier rooms, featuring a private balcony, mesmerizing views of the valley and fully equipped in-room amenities
Valley View Junior Suite With Sit-Out
7 niche rooms that come with private sit-out options perfect for young and old to access the Deck area. Featuring up close view of the forests and valley along with spacious areas, and art inspired interiors.
7 niche rooms that come with private sit-out options perfect for young and old to access the Deck area. Featuring up close view of the forests and valley along with spacious areas, and art inspired interiors.
Valley View Indulge Room With Balcony
8 spacious and artfully designed rooms, offering balconies with private seating and fully equipped in-room amenities.
8 spacious and artfully designed rooms, offering balconies with private seating and fully equipped in-room amenities.
Rooms
Guest Room
Guest Room
Classic furnishing, contemporary décor, compact yet functional.
Studio
Compact
Well-appointed and spacious rooms with superior facilities.
Dining
Tadka
Kumaoni cuisine is unique to the Uttarakhand region, and Tadka, the multi cuisine restaurant at Sterling Nainital, is the ideal place to try it. The contemporary space serves a breakfast and dinner buffet alongside an à la carte menu, balancing local Kumaoni delicacies with Indian and international favourites. Make a point of ordering the Palak Ka Kapha and the Pahadi Shikar during your stay, and pair them with the valley views that frame every meal, from unhurried family breakfasts to long dinners after a day in the hills.
Events
Be it Meetings, Reunions, Weddings, Conferences or any other Events, Sterling Nainital is the ideal choice.
Know MoreSignature Experience
What sets a stay here apart is the soul of the hills, brought right onto the property. Curated Kumaoni Evenings pair local folk music with traditional Pahari cuisine such as Bhatt ki Churkani and Gahat dal, while guided nature walks led by local experts share the stories of the surrounding pine forests and the flora and fauna of this Himalayan belt. Add treks and trails, paragliding and picnics, along with local art, culture, cuisine and history, and every day offers a different take on the best things to do in Nainital.
Know more about the Discoveries & Experiences at Sterling Nainital
Best Time to Visit
Summer (March – June)
Summer is the peak season and the best time to visit Nainital, with pleasant temperatures of roughly 10°C to 27°C and clear skies over the hills. It is the ideal window for boating on Naini Lake, cable car rides to Snow View, nature walks through the pine forests and easy drives out to the Kumaon lakes.
Monsoon (July – September)
The monsoon season brings frequent showers, drifting mist and deep green hillsides, with temperatures generally between 15°C and 25°C. Crowds thin out and tariffs ease, though hill roads can turn slippery and views cloud over, so keep sightseeing plans flexible and check local conditions before setting out.
Winter (October – February)
October and November deliver crisp air and the clearest Himalayan views of the year. From December to February, Nainital in winter turns cold at around 0°C to 15°C, with occasional snowfall at higher points, making it a favourite for travellers chasing quiet, misty mornings and snow in the Kumaon hills.
For the most comfortable weather and the widest choice of activities, plan your trip between March and June or October and November. Because the resort sits high above the valley, carry warm layers through the year, and start early for Naini Lake and the viewpoints to stay ahead of the day's traffic into town.
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & the Nainital Lakefront
Day 2 – Viewpoints & Kainchi Dham
Day 3 – Lake District & Departure
Why Guests Love It
Guests choose Sterling Nainital for its peaceful location above the town, the sweeping valley views from every roomand the personalised service that has earned the resort a shelf of awards. Being away from the bustle of Nainital yet close to the action is consistently appreciated by travellers who want a hotel in Nainital rather than a crowded address on the lakefront. As one guest shared,