The Kumaon

• The property is a boutique mountain retreat set on a ridge in the hilltop village of Kasar Devi, above the historical city of Almora in Uttarakhand.
• The property features 10 suites, arranged in pairs across five structures that wind down the hillside. Lower suites are built of locally quarried stone, while upper suites are constructed using fly-ash bricks clad in bamboo sticks and copper wire.
• All suites have floor-to-ceiling windows offering unobstructed views of the valleys and the Great Himalayan range, spacious en-suite bathrooms, traditional wood-burning bukharis, and ample lounging space.
• Upper suites feature bay windows and large private terraces, while lower suites have adjacent outdoor sitting areas set among fruit trees.
• All Suites are fitted with traditional wood-burning bukharis, have spacious en-suite bathrooms, and an ample lounging space.i
• Key amenities include a spa, complimentary Wi-Fi, and free private parking.
• It has one dining venue serving a mix of Kumaoni and international cuisine, prepared with seasonal produce sourced from nearby village farms and foraged from surrounding forests.
• The 10 luxurious suites at The Kumaon are set in pairs in 5 separate two-storey structures on the hillside.
• The lower suites are designed like the traditional village homes in Kumaon using locally quarries stones. The upper suites have been created using fly-ash bricks along with copper wire and bamboo.
• All the suites have the floor to ceiling windows that overlook the valleys below and the mountain range ahead.
• The upper suites have a private terrace while the lower ones have verandahs surrounded by fruit trees.
• Each suite has an extra-large double bed, a private bathroom and is fitted with traditional wood-burning Bukhari.
• Services provided in the suite include room service, wake up service, and housekeeping.
• The 10 luxurious suites at The Kumaon are set in pairs in 5 separate two-storey structures on the hillside.
• The lower suites are designed like the traditional village homes in Kumaon using locally quarries stones. The upper suites have been created using fly-ash bricks along with copper wire and bamboo.
• All the suites have the floor to ceiling windows that overlook the valleys below and the mountain range ahead.
• The upper suites have a private terrace while the lower ones have verandahs surrounded by fruit trees.
• Each suite has an extra-large double bed, a private bathroom and is fitted with traditional wood-burning Bukhari.
• Services provided in the suite include room service, wake up service, and housekeeping.

• Enjoy mountain-view dining experiences overlooking Nanda Devi with locally sourced regional and global cuisine.
• Spend time at the games room with chess, cards, Ludo, UNO, and other indoor activities.
• Stay in suites featuring traditional wood-burning bukharis, private sit-outs, and panoramic Himalayan views.
• Visit Kasar Devi Temple on guided excursions through Cranks Ridge.
• Explore nature walks and trekking trails around the property alongside experienced naturalists.

The in-house restaurant at The Kumaon sits on a cantilevered floor to ceiling glass, offering unforgettable vistas of the Himalayas and the valley floor below.

The cuisine is a simple mix of traditional Kumaoni and international cuisines prepared using fresh produce from the village farms and the forest.

The Kumaon is located at Kasar Devi Ridge, above the city of Almora. It sits engulfed by serene hills. The Kuman region is home to rustic villages, ancient temples and breathtaking beauty.

Kasar Devi Temple is 4.3 km away.