The Tamara Kodai

After a 6.5 hour long journey, my wife and I reached Tamara Kodai in Kodaikanal. As soon as we reached the hotel, we were welcomed with a warm drink made of ginger, jaggery and Indian spices which helped us clear the throat in such cold weather. As we entered our Luxurious Suite at the resort we were so tired that we wanted to crash on the bed but we were starving so we dragged ourselves to the La Providence restaurant where the dinner buffet was served. With the bitter experience from the Ooty hotel still alive in our memory, we kept our expectations low while we entered the restaurant. We were pleasantly welcomed by one of the stewards who directed us towards the live counter. At the live counter we first tried the Pani Puri and we liked it. My wife who hardly ate pani puri in her entire life ate three in a row. At the next counter we were served Appam and coconut milk which we liked. We slowly started to expect more from the buffet. We eagerly started checking the items served in the buffet. To our pleasant surprise there was a wide spread of vegetarian dishes carefully separated from Non-Vegetarian dishes. As vegetarians, this kind of arrangement made us feel comfortable. The good thing of this buffet is it has many options from both North and South Indian cuisines. To our surprise, we found that every dish was placed on induction hobs to make sure that the food was fresh and hot. Every single dish was plated so elegantly that we were hesitant to disturb the plating. Special mention to Chef Selva who cooked Vengaya kara Kuzhambu, a tomato gravy curry with small onions and Karuveppilai thokku, made with Curry leaves and a blend of aromatic spices, were finger licking good. The hotly served Rasam was cooked to perfection and it was soo good that I had it as a soup at the end. Vegetable Handi, Dum Aloo, Mattar Paneer, and Dal Tadka paired with the soft pulkas and rotis were lip smacking. The vegetable biryani cooked by Chef Prem was one of the best Biryanis we ever had. It was bursting with flavours which was unbelievable. All the chefs put more effort in cooking non veg biryanis and a veg biryani is always neglected. This was one of the best veg biryanis that scored an A+. By the time we reached to desserts, the Malai Chamcham was over. Shoutout to Sohail, the steward and chef Pushpendu, who made sure the sweet was cooked for us again and served fresh. And the Malai Chamcham was scrumptious and we indulged it. We also loved all the other succulent desserts that were served in the buffet. By the end of our dinner, both our hearts were filled with joy and we were wondering how can every dish taste so good. So we decided to meet the staff and the chefs and thank them personally. After talking to these people we understood that every single person loves his job, so passionate about what they do. We certainly have to mention the name of the Restaurant Manager, Mr.Dinesh, the person behind this incredible team that defines hospitality. We ce

The rooms are spacious , location is good , service is excellent and the food and breakfast and dinner buffets were the highlight especially the live counters. The heated pool is amazing in the winters. Wish they would have some beverages and snacks service on the poolside though . Good amenities for children though most of the activities mentioned are chargeable. Would recomend to take the package with breakfast and dinner .

The whole experience was absolutely surreal. The hotel had an incredible ambiance and a charming old Victorian feel to it that transported us to another era. The staff was exceptionally attentive, courteous, and went above and beyond to assist us at every step. Mr. Ebi was particularly outstanding—he was not only helpful and kind but also displayed unmatched expertise and professionalism in his work, making our stay truly unforgettable.

Cosy stay..Location is so serene ..wonderful service.. Food, room, stay everything was top notch... Excellent customer service & spa..would definitely revisit here during our next kodaikanal trip..very happy stay with my family.. ❤️❤️✌️

Our recent stay at The TAMARA Resort KODAIKANAL was deeply disappointing and left us feeling disrespected. The main issue arose when we were charged for a packet of chips we never consumed. Despite clearly stating we hadn’t touched it, the charge remained on our bill, and the staff's handling of the situation made us feel guilty over something trivial. This experience revealed a bigger issue: the resort seems more focused on transactions than on building trust and respect with its guests. After spending nearly 2 lakhs for six days, our concerns were dismissed, and we were never given a fair opportunity to explain our side. We had originally planned a family reunion here, but after this treatment, we’ve abandoned that idea. The lack of professionalism and transparency has soured our view of the resort. While the resort may have many guests, the staff should remember that every guest is important, and not everyone lies over a packet of chips. I strongly advise others to reconsider staying here, as poor customer service may overshadow any positives. We will not be returning and hope the management addresses these issues for future guests.

We had an unforgettable stay at The Tamara, where Selva’s amazing biryani delighted our taste buds. The serene ambiance provided a perfect retreat, and my son thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Exceptional cuisine, beautiful surroundings, and cherished memories made our visit truly special.