The Rangers Lodge, Imran's Jungle Home in Corbett

Hotels
8 (6 reviews)
Malla Kaniya, across ESTC, Ramnagar, Distt. Nainital , Rāmnagar , in

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Shared lounge/TV area
Outdoor furniture
Badminton equipment
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Large and comfortable rooms
Home-cooked meals
Cons:
Poor safari experience
Inattentive service during the tour

Categories

Cleanliness
8.14
Overall positive sentiment about the homestay being comfortable.
Service
6.11
The tour guide's performance was criticized, and service quality seemed subpar.
Location
8.65
Location is well-known for safaris, but specific issues with tour management were noted.
Room Quality
9.1
Large, comfortable rooms with balconies were highlighted as a positive.
Amenities
8.63
Home-cooked meals for breakfast and dinner were appreciated.
Value for Money
7.09
Complaints about the perceived treatment due to booking method affected the perception of value.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Home-cooked meals were positively highlighted.
Overall Experience
7.11
Mixed feelings due to a combination of comfortable stay but poor safari experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 17:21

Property Description

Scenic Location and Surroundings
The Rangers Lodge is nestled amidst lush forests and a tranquil water canal, offering a picturesque retreat from the city hustle.

Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities
Enjoy clean and elegant air-conditioned rooms with a kitchenette, cable TV, and private bathrooms. Relax and unwind in this serene environment.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Benefit from a garden, terrace, tour desk, and barbecue facilities. Explore nearby attractions with the car rental service and relish delicious Indian and Mughlai cuisine at the dining area.

Experience nature's beauty and luxury at The Rangers Lodge. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that guests who wish to book for jungle safari or other activities need to contact the property for advance booking at least 20 days prior to arrival.Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 10 years old stay for Rs. 1,000 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for Rs. 1,250 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 6 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.14
Service: 6.11
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 9.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 7.09
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 7.11
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Kiran solo_traveller ca
5
Questionable value
Pros:

The accommodation was a homestay with large, comfortable rooms and balconies, and home-cooked meals for breakfast and dinner.

Cons:

This was the first time I’ve had a tour guide fall asleep while leading a tour. When you book accommodation at The Rangers Lodge, it’s because you’re also booking a safari at Corbett National Park with Imran as your guide. Because we booked our stay through Booking.com and not a travel agency, and opted for shared safaris over private safaris, we paid less and were treated as irritants by Imran. On our safari he actually said to me, “I’m here for them,” meaning the couple who had paid travel agency fees. We did not visit the park areas that were listed at the time of booking, and although Imran had said he was excited to share the wildlife experience with my 10 year old child, we came out of it with little more than the names of the birds and few types of animals we were able to see. We watched a tiger video from 2005 on his laptop. I recommend seeking a friendly, energetic guide who doesn’t nap while on safari, for your visit to Corbett.

2025-11-27 via Nuitee
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Ujjwal young couple in
7
Good
Pros:

Room was good homestay .It had all the requirements & amenities what it counts for a homestay . But it is not value for Money.

2024-04-25 via Nuitee
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Rachelle-jean family with young children nl
8
Great stay right on the edge of Corbett
Pros:

We had a great stay at Imran's place. The room was very big with a good separate bathroom. You walk out onto views of Jim Corbett and are surrounded by green. The outside area is nice and big as well with a friendly furry stray cat. Imran also went out of his way to show us films about the tigers and he is very knowledgeable on the subject. There definitely was enough food (maybe a bit too much at times, haha) but overall the stay was lovely.

Cons:

For us, the only lesser point would be the pricing. The price for the room is on the high side.

2023-10-21 via Nuitee
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Gupta family with young children in
7
Good
2023-10-02 via Nuitee
R
Robert young couple pa
10
We loved our stay. Imran was very accommodating to our circumstances. He was such a good nature guide and answered all t
Pros:

It was a quiet place off the highway, but very close to the national park entrance. Imran made us feel at home and made us feel like extra special guests.

2023-06-02 via Nuitee
M
M family with young children in
8
Very good
Pros:

Room ans location

Cons:

Bathroom

2022-08-15 via Nuitee