Nainital travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nainital

With a population of 42 309, Nainital is a must-see destination in Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nainital to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Nainital

Nainital in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 931
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nainital in February
Estimated hotel price
₹ 931
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Nainital

Plane

Although Nainital doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pantnagar (PGH), which is located 41 km from Nainital. The shortest domestic flight to Nainital departs from New Delhi and takes around 1h.

Plane

Although Nainital doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pantnagar (PGH), which is located 41 km from Nainital. The shortest domestic flight to Nainital departs from New Delhi and takes around 1h.

Airports near Nainital

Airlines serving Nainital

Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Vistara
Good (173 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (339 reviews)
Alliance Air
Good (4 reviews)

Where to stay in Nainital

Average rates range from around ₹ 2,999 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 6,989 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nainital

Most booked hotels in Nainital

Hotel Himalaya
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
₹ 3,662+
The Pavilion Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
₹ 3,669+

Hiring a car in Nainital

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Nainital (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,251 and ₹ 1,668.

Expect to pay ₹ 104 per litre in Nainital (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,251 and ₹ 1,668.