West Downs - The Heritage Resort – A Favorite for Families in Ooty

West Downs - The Heritage Resort is a Victorian-style building from the 1800s. The 27-room property sits on a landscaped garden with an outdoor fireplace used for bonfire dining. Hallways display original newspaper articles from 1898. Exclusive for suite guests: access to a private dining room not available to other room categories.

The Victoria Suite offers high ceilings and vintage wood carvings from floor to ceiling. Derby and York rooms provide garden views and private bathrooms with a bathtub. Suites are carved entirely in wood, preserving the colonial-era craftsmanship. Bedrooms have tea and coffee makers, a minibar, and soundproof walls.

The Commonwealth restaurant serves British, Indian, American, Italian, and international cuisines. Guests on suite bookings can dine in the private dining room. The hotel also offers an intimate bonfire dining experience under the stars. Breakfast is a buffet with continental and vegetarian options, plus a full English/Irish spread.

Children have an indoor play area and an outdoor play area on the property. Board games and puzzles are available for family entertainment. A kid-friendly buffet and special children's meals are served in the restaurant. There is also a family room category with extra space for families.

The property offers wheelchair-accessible rooms and facilities for disabled guests. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, and currency exchange are available. Car hire and a shuttle service can be arranged. Free private parking is provided, and a designated smoking area is on site. The hotel has a minimarket on site.

Architecture: 130-year-old Victorian building from the 1800s

Rooms: Victoria Suite with floor-to-ceiling wood carvings

Dining: Private dining room for suite guests and bonfire dinners

Location: 500 m from Ooty Railway Station, 2.9 km from Ooty Lake

Family: Indoor play area, outdoor play area, and kid-friendly buffet

Parking: Free private parking with accessible spaces