Title: Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=93841221&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) ![Food and drink - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/4aea2fbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/1785244f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal (Nainital)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/1aa44bfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Lake view - 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 WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 5 - Jan. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 6 - Jan. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=93841221&PinnedHotelID=93841221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Deluxe Mountain View ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93850000/93841300/93841221/6aa4d8e3.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 Private bathroom Hair dryer - 300 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Premium Lake view ![Premium Lake view](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 Private bathroom - 320 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Cottage Garden View ![Cottage Garden View](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 Private bathroom - 534 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNainital-Hotels-Merak-Resort.h93841221.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNainital-Hotels-Merak-Resort.h93841221.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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 - Bhimtal Lake \- 4 min drive \- 2.2 km - Naukuchiatal Lake \- 13 min drive \- 6.8 km - Kainchi Dham \- 27 min drive \- 11.8 km - Nainital Lake \- 29 min drive \- 12.5 km - Mall Road \- 29 min drive \- 12.5 km #### 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 - ‪Boathouse Club - ‬25 min drive - ‪The Mudhouse Cafe - ‬36 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 center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An indoor pool - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), an indoor tennis court, and luggage storage - Table tennis, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Excel Hotels and Resorts Bhimtal have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117970000/117960900/117960854/ec224538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Excel Hotels & Resorts Mall Road Nainital Mallital - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Housekeeping CA $87 CA $92 total includes taxes & fees Jan 6 - Jan 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=117960854&PinnedHotelID=117960854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room, Balcony, Lake View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48936100/48936030/34f826d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rosefinch Sarovar Portico Bhimtal Nainital - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews CA $107 CA $112 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - 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Jan 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=118960753&PinnedHotelID=118960753&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61004900/61004889/7a921000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aaroham The Watergate Hotel Nainital - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=61004889&PinnedHotelID=61004889&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi - WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite 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 - Indoor tennis court - Table tennis ### Family friendly - All-in-one washer/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 center - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Firepit - Garden - In the mountains - On a lake ### Accessibility - 4 steps to reach entrance - Elevator (51 inch 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 ### Property payment types ## 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: approximately INR 400 for adults and 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### 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? ### 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.ca/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 Nov 17, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service Staff didn't provide that room which was booked. 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