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GReaT trails Kodaikanal by GRT Hotels: An Invitation to the Ultimate Winter Experience

Lush green hills with a lake in between

Kodaikanal, known as the Princess of the Hills in Tamil Nadu, has started gaining more travellers' attention with its winter weather. Kodai, one of the charming winter locations of Tamil Nadu, has recently recorded the lowest temperature with snow frostings. This winter, the hill town’s cooler-than-usual weather has made it the go-to winter destination straight out of a postcard.

Get ready to embrace the magical winter experience with the best hotel in Kodaikanal, GReaT trails Kodaikanal by GRT Hotels. Here, your experiences are made truly warm, comfortable, soulful and immersive.

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When the Cold Becomes the Experience

The recent weather conditions of Kodaikanal have made the location more charming, cinematic and chilly with the silvery view of mornings, frost-kissed lawns, dew-dripping mornings, mist-covered mountains, mild warmth with chill breeze… which every winter lover dreams of. Wrap yourself in a hot coffee cup outside our wooden log cabins, as you witness these dream-like views that make each morning feel special and fleeting.

Nestled amidst nature, your winter stay at GReaT Trails Kodaikanal offer an authentic hill-station experience—rustic on the outside, indulgently warm within. Built to blend seamlessly with the surrounding forested terrain, our cabins are equipped with heaters, ensuring that even the coldest nights remain cosy and inviting.

Imagine returning from an evening walk through mist-laden trails, wrapping your hands around a warm cup of coffee, and settling into the comfort of your cabin as the chill sets in outside. The contrast between the cold air and the warmth indoors creates a sense of comfort that winter travellers crave.

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A Season for Slow Living

Winter at GReaT Trails Kodaikanal encourages you to slow down. Morning walks are quieter, the air feels purer, and conversations linger longer. Whether it’s sitting by the window watching fog drift through mountains, enjoying a hearty, warm meal, or simply listening to the sounds of nature, winter here is about presence and pause.

The cooler weather also enhances the flavours of the region, hot soups, freshly brewed coffee, and comforting farm fresh native dishes at Whistler’s Cafe taste better when enjoyed against the backdrop of a cold hill.

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Why Winter Is the Best Time to Visit

Winter experience at GReaT trails Kodaikanal by GRT Hotels is about embracing the cold. The frost-kissed landscapes, the misty evenings, and the comforting warmth of wooden cabins create an experience that feels intimate and memorable by offering a front-row seat to winter’s quiet magic with a Princess treatment.

For those seeking a winter getaway where nature, comfort, and calm come together effortlessly, GReaT Trails Kodaikanal stands out as one of the finest winter destinations in the hills. Because sometimes, the cold makes the warm moments even more meaningful.

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