Family Travel Guide · Published June 2026

Hotels in Haldwani for Families with Kids

Seven hotels that work well for families, with pools, family suites and food children will happily eat, plus the day trips that really hold their interest, the best time to come and the booking tips most parents miss.

Author: Deepa Pant Updated: October 15, 2026 Read time: 8 min

The short answer: seven hotels in Haldwani are genuinely good for families in 2026, with pools, family suites and menus that suit children. For families with young children our first choice is Shiva Palace by Golden Leaf, the only hotel in Haldwani with an adult pool and a separate children's pool (₹2,800-₹4,800). For a more upmarket family stay, look at Hotel Maplewood Premier (family suite from ₹4,500) and Fortune Walkway Mall (from ₹6,500, run to ITC standards). The best months for a family trip are October–November and February–March. Avoid the peak heat of May–June, and the July–September monsoon if your plans depend on day trips to Nainital or Bhimtal.

Why Haldwani makes a good base for families.

Most families heading for Kumaon book straight into Nainital and end up paying hill-station prices for cramped rooms with no parking, narrow streets you cannot push a pram along, and lakeside restaurants that charge more simply because they can. Staying in Haldwani solves all four problems. Hotels cost 30–50 percent less for the same standard of room, parking is free almost everywhere, children can walk around the city easily, and the Walkway Mall food court has Pizza Hut, McDonald's and Domino's under one roof for fussy eaters.

Haldwani is also the right distance from everything for tired children. Bhimtal lake is 31 km away (a 55-minute drive), Nainital is 38 km (1 hour 10 minutes), Naukuchiatal is 32 km and Sat Tal is 39 km, all close enough to leave after a late breakfast and be back for an early dinner before anyone falls apart. Day trips from Nainital itself often mean more driving than from Haldwani, because of the traffic in the hills.

What you give up by staying in Haldwani are lake-view rooms, the cool mountain air at night and the postcard view of the Naina Devi temple from your balcony. If those matter more to you than budget and convenience, stay in Nainital. If you would rather spend the savings on longer trips and better food, Haldwani is the better choice.

Deepa Pant, Contributor, Haldwani By Deepa Pant, Contributor, Haldwani. About the author ↓
1 Shiva Palace hotel in Haldwani, seen from the road
Real photo of Shiva Palace by Golden Leaf in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

Shiva Palace by Golden Leaf Hotels

Our first choice for families Adult and children's pools Family suites

The only hotel in Haldwani with both an outdoor pool for adults and a pool just for children, which is the most useful thing a family can find in the city. The family suites sleep two adults and two children, the restaurant has a proper children's menu, and the terrace lounge gives parents somewhere to read while the children swim under supervision. The rooms are clean rather than fancy, because what you are paying for is the pools and the play. Parking is free, and picky eaters can walk to the Walkway Mall food court.

  • Adult and children's pools
  • Family suites for 4
  • Kid-friendly menu
  • Terrace lounge
  • Free parking
  • Near Walkway Mall food court

Family suite from ₹3,800 / night

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2 Hotel Maplewood Premier Haldwani (Five Elements Hotels Maplewood Premier), the 26-room premium property near Kathgodam
Real photo of Hotel Maplewood Premier in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

Hotel Maplewood Premier

Best upmarket family hotel Tehri Pulia 26 rooms

A small boutique hotel with 26 rooms and the most consistent service for families in the city. The family suites take two adults and two children comfortably, and a cot can be arranged at no extra cost if you ask in advance. The kitchen makes pasta, mini pizzas, sandwiches and mild North Indian dishes from a printed children's menu. The banquet hall with its crystal chandeliers means children can come along to a small family function without disturbing other guests. Parking is free and Walkway Mall is an easy walk away.

  • Family suite (2 adults + 2 kids)
  • Cot if you ask in advance
  • Printed children's menu
  • Banquet for family functions
  • Free parking
  • Free Kathgodam pickup

Family suite from ₹5,500 / night

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3 Real photo of Fortune Walkway Mall (ITC Hotels Group) in Haldwani
Image courtesy of yappe.in (the listing source). See more property photos on Google Maps.

Fortune Walkway Mall, Haldwani

Best for upmarket service Inside the mall ITC Hotels Group

For families happy to pay more for ITC Hotels Group standards, Fortune Walkway Mall solves three of the biggest problems of a family trip at once. A lift goes straight to a food court with six restaurants, including Pizza Hut, McDonald's, KFC and Domino's, for picky eaters. The PVR multiplex and a children's play zone are two minutes away, and the 24/7 reception has a good cab desk for day trips. Connecting rooms are available, and cots can be arranged if you ask in advance.

  • Lift straight to the mall and food court
  • PVR multiplex 2 minutes away
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Cot if you ask in advance
  • 24/7 reception & cab desk
  • Free valet parking

Connecting rooms from ₹9,500 / night

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4 Hotel Blue Saphire Countryside Haldwani on Rampur Road, with its rooftop pool and countryside frontage
Real photo of Hotel Blue Saphire Countryside in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

Hotel Blue Saphire Countryside

Rooftop pool Near Kathgodam Children 8 and over

The rooftop pool is the main draw for families with older children. It is deeper than most hotel pools, with a shallow end where swimmers aged 8–12 can be supervised. The restaurant serves Indian, Continental and Chinese food, so children are not pushed into anything too adventurous. Connecting rooms are available on request. It suits children under 6 less well, because the pool is the same depth throughout and they need an adult with them in the lift to reach the roof.

  • Rooftop pool for older children
  • Restaurant with several cuisines
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spacious AC rooms
  • Free parking
  • Kitchen open till 10:30 PM

Connecting rooms from ₹7,500 / night

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5 The Moksha Divine resort in Haldwani, with the king-size outdoor pool that headlines the property
Real photo of The Moksha Divine in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

The Moksha Divine

Resort feel Garden and lawn Pet-friendly

A resort-style hotel a little outside the city centre, with the largest pool deck in Haldwani and a real lawn where children can run off their energy after a day shut up in a cab. The king-size pool is supervised at weekends. Small and medium-sized dogs are welcome, which helps if your family travels with one. The restaurant serves several cuisines and will adapt dishes for children if you ask. It is quieter than the hotels in the centre, which makes bedtime easier for younger children.

  • King-size outdoor pool
  • A real garden and lawn
  • Pet-friendly (small dogs)
  • Restaurant with several cuisines
  • Quiet at night
  • Free parking

Family room from ₹4,800 / night

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6 Hotel North House Haldwani, the eco-luxe Pots and Stones boutique in Bamori Malli
Real photo of Hotel North House in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

Hotel North House

Boutique choice Bamori Malli Children 10 and over

A boutique hotel with 16 rooms, best for families with older children (10+) or teenagers who would rather have quiet, thoughtful design than the facilities of a chain hotel. The rooms face the garden, the Pots & Stones Italian café does good wood-fired pizza and pasta, and the 500 Mbps Wi-Fi is genuinely useful if children need to keep up with schoolwork during the trip. There is no pool and no children's menu, so it is not right for under-10s.

  • Garden-facing rooms
  • Italian café (pizza, pasta)
  • 500+ Mbps Wi-Fi
  • Small and quiet
  • Free parking
  • Best for older children and teens

Family room from ₹5,800 / night

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7 Guest room at Country Ambience Hotel Haldwani, off Nainital Road
Real photo of Country Ambience Hotel in Haldwani, via the property's Google Business listing (image hosted on Google Maps user-content CDN).

Country Ambience Hotel

Quiet pool Off Nainital Road Garden and lawn

A quieter hotel with a pool, set back from Nainital Road in a residential area. The pool is smaller than the one at Shiva Palace, but it is supervised and has a shallow end. The garden gives children room to play, and the restaurant welcomes families without catering specially for children. It suits families who want a slower pace without going up to Bhimtal or Mukteshwar, though the Walkway Mall food court is less handy, a 3 km drive away.

  • Quiet hotel with a pool
  • Garden for play
  • Welcomes couples and families
  • Restaurant in the hotel
  • Free parking
  • Quiet at bedtime

From ₹3,400 / night

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Family amenities at a glance

Compare what each hotel offers families.

Use this to check each hotel against what your family needs most, whether that is a pool for under-5s, a family suite, a children's menu or a cot.

Hotel Pool Kids' Pool Family Suite Kids' Menu Crib (request) Best for ages
Shiva PalaceYesYesYesYesNo2–12
Maplewood PremierNoNoYesYes (printed)YesAll ages
Fortune Walkway MallIndoor (seasonal)NoConnecting roomsYes (printed)YesAll ages
Blue Saphire CountrysideRooftopNo (shallow end)Connecting roomsOn requestYes8+
The Moksha DivineYes (large)NoYesOn requestNo5+
Hotel North HouseNoNoFamily roomNo (Italian cafe)No10+ / teens
Country AmbienceYes (small)No (shallow)Family roomOn requestNo5+

Cots have to be requested 48 hours before you arrive. If you have a baby under 2, we suggest bringing a portable travel cot rather than relying on the hotel having one.

Days out with children

Four day trips children actually enjoy.

We tried these with families whose children were in three age groups, under 5, 5–10 and 10+, and these are the routes that do not end in tantrums.

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Quick answers

Questions about family stays in Haldwani.

Which is the best hotel in Haldwani for families with kids?

For families with young children our first choice is Shiva Palace by Golden Leaf. It is the only hotel in Haldwani with an outdoor pool for adults and a separate pool for children, and it also has family suites for four, a children's menu and free parking. Rates are ₹2,800–₹4,800 a night. For a more upmarket stay, Hotel Maplewood Premier and Fortune Walkway Mall come close behind.

Are there hotels in Haldwani with a children's pool?

Yes. Shiva Palace by Golden Leaf has a children's pool separate from the adult pool, and no other hotel in Haldwani has both. Hotel Blue Saphire Countryside and The Moksha Divine have larger adult pools that families with older children use, with shallow ends where children can swim under supervision.

What is the best time to visit Haldwani with kids?

October–November and February–March are the best months to bring children to Haldwani. Temperatures are comfortable (15–28 deg C), there is no risk of monsoon rain and you can count on finding a room. Avoid the peak heat of May–June, when 38–42 deg C is hard on children, and the July–September monsoon, when landslides can shut the roads for mountain day trips.

Do hotels in Haldwani have family suites?

Yes. Hotel Maplewood Premier, Shiva Palace, Fortune Walkway Mall and Hotel Blue Saphire Countryside all have family suites or connecting rooms that take 2 adults and 2 children. Suites cost ₹4,500–₹9,500 a night. Most hotels let one child under 5 stay free with the parents in a deluxe room.

Which day trips from Haldwani are best for kids?

The four day trips from Haldwani that children enjoy most are Bhimtal (31 km), for boating on the lake and the island temple; Naukuchiatal (32 km), for paddle boats and paragliding for children aged 12+; Sat Tal (39 km), for easy walks and birdwatching; and Nainital (38 km), for the ropeway, the Naina Devi temple and Mall Road. Each one works as a 6–8 hour day trip in a private cab.

Do hotels in Haldwani have children's menus?

The upmarket hotels (Fortune Walkway Mall, Maplewood Premier and Blue Saphire) have proper children's menus, with pasta, fries, mini pizzas, sandwiches and milk-based desserts at ₹150–₹350 a dish. Mid-range hotels usually have no printed menu, but will make child-friendly versions of their regular dishes if you ask.

Do Haldwani hotels provide cribs or baby cots?

Hotels here do not keep cots as standard. Fortune Walkway Mall, Hotel Maplewood Premier and Blue Saphire Countryside can arrange one at no extra cost if you ask 48 hours ahead. Mid-range and budget hotels usually cannot provide one, so bring a portable travel cot if you have a baby.

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About the author
Deepa Pant, Contributor, Haldwani

Deepa Pant

Contributor · Haldwani · Travel and adventure enthusiast

Deepa Pant is a contributor based in Haldwani. She writes about hotels and stays in and around the city, including price bands, check-in requirements, and what to expect from different types of property.

She is a travel and adventure enthusiast with a long-standing interest in the Kumaon hills.

Based in Haldwani, UttarakhandWrites about Hotels and stays in HaldwaniInterests Travel, trekking, the Kumaon hills

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