Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal

Property class: 3.5

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Indoor pool
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Front of property
Premium Lake view | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Bhowali - Bhimtal Rd, Nainital, UT, 263136
  • Place, Bhimtal Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nainital Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall Road
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pantnagar (PGH)
    ‪77 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Lake view

  • Mountain view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Nainital

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Bhimtal Lake, Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bhimtal Lake Aquarium. This 3.5-star resort has 49 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Bhimtal Lake - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Naukuchiatal Lake - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Nainital Lake - 29 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Mall Road - 29 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Naina Devi Temple - 33 min drive - 8.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kathgodam Railway Station - 65 min drive
  • Pantnagar (PGH) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Luckies Cafe & Bakery - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sakley's Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Lakeside - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Nanak Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Udupiwala Restaurant - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal

Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal features an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, laundry facilities, and an ATM.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. All-in-one washer/dryers, sitting areas, and electric kettles are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the resort include an indoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: INR 400 for adults and INR 300 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (51 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • All-in-one washer/dryer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: INR 1000 per person, per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately INR 400 for adults and INR 300 for children

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 1-device limit.

Property is also known as

Merak Resort Resort
Merak Resort Nainital
Merak Resort Resort Nainital

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal?

This resort is located in Nainital, close to Kainchi Dham, Nainital Lake, and Mall Road. You'll also find Bhimtal Lake and Naukuchiatal Lake within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal?

As of Apr 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal on Apr 20, 2026 start from $141, including 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 Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal include a casino at the property?

No, Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal?

Yes, this resort has an indoor pool.

Does Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal.

Where is the closest airport to Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal?

The closest major airport to Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal is Pantnagar (PGH), which is about 23.4 mi away.

Excel Hotels & Resorts Bhimtal Reviews

Reviews

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Manish

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff didn't provide that room which was booked. Staff behavior was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025