Your stay — Greens Lodge
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The Property — Greens Lodge
Greens Lodge is a no-frills 3-star perched on a slope near Ooty Lake, offering well-worn comfort rather than luxury. The lobby smells of woodsmoke and damp carpet, with a creaking fireplace and a noticeboard pinned with trekking maps. It suits cost-conscious travellers and families wanting a quiet base within walking distance of the boat house and botanical gardens.
Chronicles of Ooty
Ooty was established in the early 19th century by British colonial administrators who carved a hill station out of the Nilgiri forests to escape the Madras plains heat. Its distinctive architecture mixes Tudor-style cottages, stone churches and Raj-era bungalows, many now converted into guesthouses and schools. After independence, Ooty became a popular domestic honeymoon and summer retreat, with the Nilgiri Mountain Railway chugging through tea plantations as a Unesco-listed heritage route. Today the town grapples with overtourism and traffic congestion, but retains a faded Anglo-Indian charm in its bazaars and clubhouses.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ooty guide →Best months
April and May offer balmy 15-25°C days, clear skies and low rainfall, ideal for outdoor walks and lake visits before the monsoon saturates the hills.
Peak / festival surge
December to January is high season driven by winter holidays, New Year crowds and the Nilgiri Winter Festival (music, food stalls, heritage walks). Hotel prices double or triple, and rooms at Greens Lodge sell out two months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
September and October bring significantly lower prices (30-40% off peak rates), sparse crowds, and misty but largely dry weather — good for hiking and fewer queues at viewpoints.
Weather & packing
Ooty’s climate flips from bright sun to sudden drizzle within minutes, especially in the post-monsoon months. Pack a waterproof shell jacket and layered merino or fleece — a brolly alone won’t cut it on the exposed ridge roads.
Live City Briefing — Ooty
- The Ooty Municipality has installed new one-way traffic flows on Commercial Road and near the charminar bus stand to ease congestion — drive carefully, as system is not well signed.
- The Botanical Gardens have introduced an online ticket booking system (visit ootybotanicalgardens.tn.gov.in) to cut queues; walk-up tickets still available but slower.
- The Nilgiri Mountain Railway is operating a reduced service in July due to monsoon track maintenance — check with Indian Railways for the latest timetable before booking.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Greens Lodge, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access (no lift noted).
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street — Ooty’s main road can be busy with traffic and pedestrian noise, especially in the morning and evening.
Best views
Request a rear-facing room for garden or hillside views; front-facing rooms may overlook the road.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3, rear-facing.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road outside the hotel can be loud with auto-rickshaws, cars, and tourist buses, especially on weekends. No lift means stairwell noise may echo.
Insider tips
Ask for a room on the top floor (3rd floor) for best views and quietest spot; be prepared to carry bags up stairs as there is no lift. Check-in early to secure a rear-facing room, as they are quieter.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Greens Lodge
Free for all guests; typical download speeds 10 Mbps (sufficient for browsing and streaming, not large uploads). No login – just connect to the 'GreensLodge' network.
One small lift serves the main building's three floors; the annexe wing has no lift (stairs only).
Complimentary digital PressReader access via a QR code at reception; three physical newspapers (The Hindu, Times of India, Deccan Chronicle) delivered to the lobby by 07:30.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 11:00 at reception. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged half-day rate (₹1,500) until 18:00, full day after.
Free of charge; stored in a locked room off the lobby, accessible during reception hours (07:00–22:00).
No step-free access – main entrance has two steps; no ground-floor guest rooms. Wheelchair users may find access very difficult. No special equipment or adapted rooms available.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars on a gravel lot behind the lodge; no valet. Nearest public car park is at Ooty Bus Stand (1.2 km), ₹50 per day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance deposit required for booking; at check-in, a refundable incidental hold of ₹2,000 is placed on your card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Anthony's Shrine (657 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Union Church (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Sathya Sai Vidya Vihar (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Place of worship: Anjuman (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Big Shop — 842 m · ~11 min walk
Rose Garden — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Wax Museum — 746 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 600 m · ~8 min walk
Udhagamandalam — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or bank branches in Ooty town; avoid exchange counters at Coimbatore airport or tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, and shops; smaller stalls and auto-rickshaws prefer cash.
Restaurants: 10% if no service charge; taxis: round up fare; hotel staff: ₹50–100 for porters, ₹100–200 for housekeeping per stay.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small South Indian filter coffee at a local stall costs around ₹15–30.
A thali meal at a basic restaurant costs about ₹100–150.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant runs ₹200–300.
Around Ooty bus stand and the main market area, stalls sell vada, bajji, and hot corn for ₹10–30.
Local stores sell fresh produce; for packaged goods, try Nilgiris Supermarket or Reliance Smart.
Ooty market has stalls selling shawls, woollens, and local handicrafts; bargaining expected.
Shared auto-rickshaws cost ₹10–20 per short ride; the budget way from Coimbatore airport is a bus to Ooty (₹200–300) then a local auto.
Eat at local 'messes' or thattukadas for cheap meals; avoid buying packaged water — refill from your hotel; bargain at the market.
Good to know — Ooty
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.55 · INR
Emergency Contacts
OotyOoty (Udhagamandalam) is part of the Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. For local police, call the Ooty town police station at 0423-2444500. For 24/7 highway patrol or tourist assistance, dial 1033. General emergencies in Tamil Nadu can also use 112 for all services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ooty, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Greens Lodge
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 600 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Mettupalayam Railway Station → Ooty Railway Station
💡 Book class CC (Chair Car) online 30 days ahead on IRCTC — this steam train sells out fast. The final climb from Coonoor to Ooty is the most scenic. From Ooty station, it's a steep 15-min walk or ₹100 autorickshaw to Savoy.
Coimbatore (Gandhipuram Stand) → Ooty Bus Stand
💡 These Mahindra Sumos seat 7-8 people and leave once full. Cheaper than private taxi but bumpy — negotiate a seat next to the driver for legroom. Exit at Ooty stand, then walk or take a shared auto to Savoy.
Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) → Savoy Hotel, Ooty
💡 Book a prepaid taxi from the kiosk inside the arrivals hall to avoid haggling. The drive via NH 181 and the Kalhatty Ghat road is shorter but winding — carry motion sickness pills if you need them.
Mettupalayam Bus Stand → Ooty Bus Stand
💡 From Coimbatore, take any bus to Mettupalayam (₹50-60, 1 hr). Then board a blue TNSTC bus to Ooty — sit on the left side for valley views. The bus drops you at the Ooty stand, a 10-min walk to Savoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Greens Lodge?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 at the rear of the building (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access (no lift noted).
Which rooms should I avoid at Greens Lodge?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street — Ooty’s main road can be busy with traffic and pedestrian noise, especially in the morning and evening.
Is Greens Lodge noisy?
Main road outside the hotel can be loud with auto-rickshaws, cars, and tourist buses, especially on weekends. No lift means stairwell noise may echo.
Which rooms have the best views at Greens Lodge?
Request a rear-facing room for garden or hillside views; front-facing rooms may overlook the road.
What are insider tips for staying at Greens Lodge?
Ask for a room on the top floor (3rd floor) for best views and quietest spot; be prepared to carry bags up stairs as there is no lift. Check-in early to secure a rear-facing room, as they are quieter.
What time is check-in at Greens Lodge?
Check-in at Greens Lodge is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Greens Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; typical download speeds 10 Mbps (sufficient for browsing and streaming, not large uploads). No login – just connect to the 'GreensLodge' network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Greens Lodge?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Greens Lodge?
A thali meal at a basic restaurant costs about ₹100–150.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Greens Lodge?
Shared auto-rickshaws cost ₹10–20 per short ride; the budget way from Coimbatore airport is a bus to Ooty (₹200–300) then a local auto.
When is the best time to visit Ooty?
April and May offer balmy 15-25°C days, clear skies and low rainfall, ideal for outdoor walks and lake visits before the monsoon saturates the hills.
Top Attractions in Ooty
💡 Check if the bell tower is open – you can climb up for a free panoramic view of the town. Sunday service at 9 AM is worth attending for the choir.
💡 Skip the boating (overpriced and crowded) – instead walk the short trail around the lake's edge for quiet views. Best visited on a weekday morning.
💡 Go early morning (around 7-8 AM) when it's quiet and the light is good for photos. The entry fee is about ₹50 for adults.
💡 The entry is ₹20. Ask the caretaker to show you how a Toda hut is constructed – the bamboo-and-thatch technique is surprisingly clever.
💡 Entry is ₹10 per person. Go between 7-9 AM to avoid crowds and see clear views – afternoons often get foggy.