Bhimtal is one of the largest lake around Nainital named after Bhima, the Mahabharat character. It has a island in the center approached only by a boat and also has a restaurant there. A gaggle of ducks has made the lake their home and give company to the lake visitor. Bhimtal is much less crowded than Nainital and the lake, Bhimtal is much cleaner than it's better known counterpart Nainital.

 Bhimtal is just 25 km from Nainital or can be reached directly from Delhi in 6-7 hrs. Bhimtal is situated at an altitude of 1200 m so is slightly on the warmer side in mid June, but makes for an all year round destination. For recreation one can do boating at the lake or explore the surrounding jungle on foot. It can also be made as a center for exploring the surrounding lakes. There is a large Victorian dam at one end of the Bhimtal lake and terraced flower gardens can be found on either side. Next to the dam is the Bhimkeshwar temple dedicated to Bhim. There is also the Godhakhal Temple 3 km from Bhimtal. Another interesting place in Bhimtal is The Museum of Folk Culture (Lok Sanskriti Sangrahalaya) housing collections of folk paintings and ancient wooden artifacts. Bhimtal makes for an interesting off beat destination both for the family and corporate traveler. You can also visit Naukuchiatal, a beautiful lake and place near Bhimtal.

Hotels/Resorts in Bhimtal

Country Inn  Bhimtal

Spread over 12 acre of greens the Country Inn resort offers a blend of luxurious resort facilities and comfort of a home away from home. It provides a combination of cottages and apartments teeming with style and comfort. The resort is situated at about 2 km from the Bhimtal & 16 km from Nainital. It has large open area with greenery all around. It can be easily adjudged the best resort of the region.

Recreation   There is an indoor swimming pool for a cool dip, health spa to sweat it out and other facilities like badminton, tennis, billiards, table tennis and play area for children along with a mini theater. One can also enjoy steam, sauna, Jacuzzi and ayurvedic massage here.

Conference Facilities Available for up to 200 pax.

The resort is ideal for families, training programmes for it's beautiful open areas, conferences for good conference hall and quiet surroundings and leisure trips for various activities that can be arranged.