With an efficient model of inclusive growth and exclusive experiences, Blue Book is one of the few in this country to offer cashless vacations to its guests, intricately curated to cherish for a lifetime. Our room tariffs are inclusive of the entire Blue Book Experience, afterall, for priceless experiences like candlelight dinners with fireflies, barbecues with bonfires, hikes and jungle picnics, meals among nature and more, there can’t be a charge. It is a new perspective of luxury – sustainable, transformative, hassle free and memorable. Following up on Ibn Battuta's philosophy, a vacation at Blue Book will leave you speechless, then turn you into a storyteller. 

The Gethia edition of Blue Book is a unique affair of the old and new. A 130-year-old colonial structure overlooking the gorgeous Jeolikote valley, it was built by Madame Durell - a British lady who chose to settle in this hamlet for life. Each of the 12 rooms, looking out to a distinct view, feel like new canvases with new tales to be told. The choicest of global cuisines, the rarest of birds, the richest of greens, the brisk little walks amidst the feather white clouds, the boundless starry nights, it’s a spectacular life of 1890s with the comforts of this era. A common destination but an exclusive destiny.

Blue Book at Gethia has two wings with a total of 12 rooms. The old wing with eight chapters is a time travel to 1890s right with the first step in. The new wing has 4 chapters to it and is a modern, late 20^th century western style of architecture. Apart from these, the 4-acre estate has open spaces as well as appropriate privacy for every guest.  

Dining: 

The palette of taste at Gethia, as one would imagine, is for the well-travelled yet belongs exclusively to its cloudy hills. The choice of ingredients, the fresh greens, and fruits, it is crafted to make your gut and soul feel nourished. With our 5 chefs serving Indian, Continental, Asian, authentic Kumaoni and other global cuisines, every meal is 3-course followed by a delicious dessert, a showstopper, from our in-house bakery. There are eight different spots at the estate, both indoor and outdoor, where the guests enjoy their meals curated according to their preferences. 

The stay at Blue Book Gethia is an experience in itself, a portal of great escape between nature around and life on ground. Hence, there is something for everyone who seeks. For those who seek more than the extra-ordinary, here are the rare stories people love at Gethia :

1.    A scenic trek of 3-kms followed by a picnic setup in the jungle.

2.    Early morning birdwatching at Pangot followed by authentic Kumaoni Food at Muskotia Farm (20-acre farm with a farm to table concept).                   

3.    Golfing at the Raj Bhavan Golf Course. It is a golf course between clouds, one of the most scenic places in the region. A paradise for golfers.                  

4.    Visit to Kainchi Dham Baba Neeb Karori Ashram - the very sacred temple at Kainchi Dham which has devotees coming all the way from even the United States (Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs to name a few).

5.    Visit to Jageshwar Dham at Aartola, Jageshwar Valley.

6.    Visit to Garur Tal or Kayaking at Sattal followed by an authentic Kumaoni meal at KFC - Kumaoni Farm Cafe.

Great For:

Bird-watchers, wildlife enthusiasts, golfers, star gazers, hikers, firefly catchers, Blue Book at Gethia rewards a couple, family or a group of friends alike. A great place for celebrations, we make your special occasions magical with our all inclusive buy out deals.

Blue Book is an idea driven by ‘inclusive growth, exclusive experiences’ at its core. Having opened its doors in 2022, the hotel has plans to adopt and better the sustainable practices.

No Single Use Plastic: The estate strives to keep free of any single use plastic.

Safe Garbage Disposal: Waste is segregated and biodegradable waste is converted in to manure for the kitchen garden.

Water Conservation: Water is used sparingly and guests are encouraged to do the same. During summers, the hotel shares their water with the village.

Local Community Engagement: Most of the staff belong to the nearby villages.

Heritage Preservation: The 130-year-old home has been restored with care.

Human Touch: More than half of the team are women from the Gethia village.

The RARE Sustainability Quotient is a self-audit tool that is used by our hotel partners to measure, document and assess their planet and people friendly practices and is based on the RARE Touchstones.