Must-see hotels in Karnataka

  • Electric Cats B&B

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    Well-organised, sociable Electric Cats, close to the buzzing Indiranagar area, has good dorms (including one female-only dorm) with a shared bathroom. All…

  • Heritage Resort

    Karnataka

    Set back from the highway, the wonderfully peaceful Heritage Resort has 14 tasteful, airy and spacious rooms and cottages with all mod cons (kettle,…

  • Dhole’s Den

    Karnataka

    Dhole’s Den offers contemporary design in lovely pastoral surrounds. Stylish rooms and bungalows are decked out with art and colourful fabrics, plus…

  • Waterwoods Lodge

    Karnataka

    On a grassy embankment overlooking scenic Kabini Lake, Waterwoods is a stunning lodge. Most rooms have balconies with wonderful lake views, swing chairs,…

  • Casa Piccola Cottage

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    Tastefully renovated, Casa Piccola has a personalised brand of hospitality that has garnered it a solid reputation. Its atmospheric rooms, with tiled…

  • Uramma Cottage

    Karnataka

    A wonderfully atmospheric lodge with rustic-chic cottages scattered around a large, grassy plot. The attention to detail is evident in the chunky wooden…

  • SwaSwara

    Gokarna

    'Journeying into the self' is the mantra at SwaSwara and you certainly have the infrastructure to achieve that here, as this is one of South India’s…

  • Taj West End

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    Expect superb service at this very fine hotel, spread over 8 hectares of stunning tropical gardens. The West End dates to 1887, when it was established as…

  • Oberoi

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    The uber-opulent Oberoi is set in lush gardens around an enchanting 120-year-old tree, yet its central location could not be more convenient. It mixes…

  • Manash Guesthouse

    Hampi

    This place consists of just two rooms set off a little yard, but they're the best in Hampi Bazaar, each with quality mattresses, attractive decorative…

  • Beehive Hostel

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    A near-serene location in huge lawned grounds makes this great new hostel a very tranquil base for travellers weary of urban India. The grand yellow villa…

  • Sabala Heritage Home

    Karnataka

    At the edge of the city, this hotel has attractive, artistically decorated rooms overlooking farmland. Food is home cooked, flavoursome and inventive. The…

  • Mansion 1907

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Excellent hostel in a historic house that shows Indian and British architectural influences. It's very well set up, with spacious dorms and private rooms,…

  • Shankar Homestay

    Hampi

    Lovely family-run homestay in a tranquil rural location around 2km west of the Royal Centre (bikes are available). The five spacious rooms are furnished…

  • Grand Mercure Mysore

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    The Mercure is a very well-run hotel, with attentive, friendly staff members and sleek, well-equipped rooms. There's a large rooftop swimming pool (big…

  • Kyriad Hotel

    Karnataka

    This fine business hotel has modern rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs (with cable) and modish furniture. Staff members are very helpful and attentive,…

  • Serai

    Karnataka

    Set in a coffee plantation that backs onto the park, this luxurious resort has gorgeous Mediterranean-inspired villas (some with private pool) that are in…

  • Bison Resort

    Karnataka

    Inspired by luxury safari lodges in Africa, Bison succeeds in replicating the classic wilderness experience with a stunning waterfront location and a…

  • Hampi’s Boulders

    Hampi

    This 'ecowilderness’ resort is 10km west of Virupapur Gaddi by the Tungabhadra River. It's an isolated but supremely relaxed place to escape, with a…

  • Royal Orchid Metropole

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Recently renovated, this heritage property once served as the residence for the maharaja’s British guests. It has spectacular grounds and a choice of…

  • Arya Ayurvedic Panchakarma Centre

    Gokarna

    At the southern end of Kudle, this ayurvedic centre has some of the best rooms on the beach. It offers simple yet elegant accommodation with quality…

  • Phalguni River Lodge

    Mangaluru (Mangalore)

    Next to the Pilikula Nisarga Dhama park, with views of the Gurupur River and coconut groves, this lodge offers a tranquil natural environment for those…

  • Evolve Back Hampi

    Hampi

    Seriously stylish new place with stunning accommodation. Book a terrace suite for maharaja-size space, including your own hot tub. The grounds are…

  • Parklane Hotel

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Right in the heart of the city, with most attractions within walking distance, this hotel represents fine value. Decor is over-the-top kitsch, but with…

  • Namaste Yoga Farm

    Gokarna

    Cottages and rooms are scattered around a shady hillside plot in this Kudle institution, located above the beach and owned by a very amiable German yoga…

  • Shanthi

    Hampi

    Shanthi offers attractive, earth-themed thatched cottages with couch swings dangling in their front porches. The location is stunning, with a row of…

  • Samanvay Boutique Hotel

    Karnataka

    'Boutique' is pushing it a tad, but this likeable hotel certainly has a modern feel, with elegant rooms and quality furnishings, including desks and…

  • Tom’s Hotel

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    An excellent place with high cleanliness standards and bright, cheerful rooms, Tom’s allows you to stay in a central location – it's a 15-minute walk from…

  • Serai Kabini

    Karnataka

    This luxury lodge has wonderful lake-facing bungalows, and organises tip-top jungle safaris, boat trips and nature walks. The restaurant is beautifully…

  • Zostel Gokarna

    Gokarna

    Some of the best dorms in Karnataka, with AC, lockers and sea views, await at this efficiently managed hostel. The cottages are also very inviting,…

  • KAAV Safari Lodge

    Karnataka

    KAAV has open-plan rooms with polished-concrete floors, hip bathrooms and spacious balconies that open directly to the national park. The attention to…

  • Thilak Homestay

    Hampi

    A step up from most places in the bazaar, this clean, orderly place has eight well-presented rooms (and more in another block) that have spring mattresses…

  • Hotel Maurya

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    A good choice, with helpful management who are eager to help you make the most of Mysuru. There's a wide range of large, unremarkable but inexpensive…

  • Hoysala Village

    Karnataka

    A fine upmarket lodge in leafy grounds with pretty cottages and suites, and a good ayurvedic spa. Lots of activities are offered, from guided birding…

  • Sonder

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Fine backpackers' hostel in a tranquil, leafy suburb close to many yoga schools. It's a well-designed space with comfy dorms, lockers, board games and…

  • Clarks Inn

    Hampi

    A tempting new option in Kamalapuram, this modern hotel has inviting, very clean rooms with contemporary decor and flatscreen TVs. The pool is a small…

  • Laika Boutique Stay

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    Hidden down a leafy side street, this welcoming guesthouse is a wonderful choice for those seeking a more local experience combined with style and comfort…

  • JüSTa MG Road

    Bengaluru (Bangalore)

    This intimate, arty hotel has slick and spacious rooms with Japanese-inspired motifs throughout. It's very well located, with a metro station and shopping…

  • Anokhi Garden Guest House

    Mysuru (Mysore)

    Very popular with yoga students and young travellers, this cosy French-run guesthouse offers tidy rooms in a property that boasts a lovely garden cafe…

  • Mallige Residency

    Karnataka

    Almost a boutique hotel, the fine Malige offers rooms (there are four classes) that are spotless, contemporary and comfortable. It's also home to one of…

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