Title: Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal Travelers enjoy the peaceful lakeside setting at Merak Resort while staying productive with nearby coworking spaces for business needs ## Photo gallery for Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal ![Indoor pool - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/f7a59340.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/ea13a3b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/349e7c2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/3d8a3f2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Lake view | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/ff1fc8ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Merak Resort, beside a tranquil lake, balances relaxation and work. Amenities include dry cleaning, in-room WiFi, and an indoor pool. Guests enjoy the billiards table for downtime and the convenience of 24-hour front desk service. ## Reviews 2.0 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available £49 includes taxes & fees 16 Feb - 17 Feb ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Deluxe Mountain View ![Deluxe Mountain View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/da0b9e38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Mountain View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom - Mountain view - 300 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Premium Lake view ![Premium Lake view | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/ff1fc8ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Lake view ### Highlights Balcony Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Premium bedding Hairdryer - Lake view - 320 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Cottage Garden View ![Cottage Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/88b670bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Cottage Garden View ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Washer/dryer Separate bedroom Premium bedding Hairdryer - Garden view - 534 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNainital-Hotels-Merak-Resort.h93841221.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNainital-Hotels-Merak-Resort.h93841221.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Nainital, Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal is in the mountains and on a lake. Nainital Lake and Bhimtal Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bhimtal Lake Aquarium and Goddess Naina Devi. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Nainital travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nainital.dx6056286) [View more Resorts in Nainital](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nainital-Hotel-Resorts.d6056286-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.36377%2C79.54502&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jxH93v9zUpqlftYXbVDkhJ_BrRM=) Bhowali - Bhimtal Rd, Nainital, UT, 263136 ### What's nearby - ![Kainchi Dham Temple, Uttarakhand, where a river flows next to a sacred temple that is surrounded by hills and trees.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976174267/bccc594b-3906-4781-a19e-3478749e990f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kainchi Dham 27 min drive \- 7.3 miles - ![Scenic Bhimtal lake at sunset with wooden tourist boats at Nainital Uttarakhand India.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106612/77fc8bd9-3767-4e76-a0f5-6b04a0a6a314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nainital Lake 29 min drive \- 7.8 miles - ![#beautiful Nainital lake From Nainital Uttarakhand India #Green Photo Sweepstakes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056286/96a86a8c-5df7-452d-b36b-15d834d46978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mall Road 29 min drive \- 7.8 miles - Bhimtal Lake 4 min drive \- 1.4 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 - The Mudhouse Cafe 36 min drive - Nanak Restaurant 24 min drive ## About this property ### Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal Resort by the lake You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal. In addition to a business centre and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a billiards/pool table and concierge services - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and meeting rooms Room features All guest rooms at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal feature thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936030/7c98c48b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rosefinch Sarovar Portico Bhimtal Nainital - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews £60 includes taxes & fees 16 Feb - 17 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=48936030&PinnedHotelID=48936030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117970000/117960900/117960854/0a08c0a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Excel Hotels & Resorts Mall Road Nainital Mallital - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Housekeeping 4.0 1 review £100 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi - WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### 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 washing machine/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 centre - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In the mountains - On a lake ### Accessibility - 4 steps to reach entrance - Lift (129 centimetre 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: INR 1000 per person, per day We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately INR 400 for adults and from INR 300 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property 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 ### Does Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal? ### Is Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal? ### What time is check-in at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal? ### What time is check-out at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal? ### Where is Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Amenities ### 2.0 Staff & service 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Manish 17 Nov 2025 Disliked: Staff & service Staff didn't provide that room which was booked. 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