Top 10 Lodges in Karnataka, India

May 7, 2023 Alida England

Discover the best Lodges in Karnataka including Machaan Plantation Resort, Treebo Trend Maharaja Inn, Kabini River Lodge, Forest Valley Holidays, Kaav Safari Lodge - Kabini, Himavana By Rai Hospitality & Resorts, Namaste Sanjeevini, Hotel Sandesh Kingston, Hotel Al Wesal International, Treebo Trip Comforts Inn.
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1. Machaan Plantation Resort

Devaladakere Post Hanbal, Sakleshpur 573165 India
Excellent
84%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 154 reviews

Machaan Plantation Resort

Machaan Plantation Resort, Sakleshpur is located within a coffee plantation and surrounded by hillocks and paddy fields, it enjoys a pool and large open gardens and lawns with magnificent views of rolling hills. This picturesque resort is in Sakleshpur, a beautiful hill-station in Karnataka. The resort is approx 250 km from Bangalore and approx 125kms from Madikeri. Sakleshpur is known for its natural beauty and provincial charm and Machaan Plantation Resort is in one such location that would make you appreciate all the beauty Wild Karnataka has to offer. As part of the Malnad region in Hassan, you will find hilly slopes and natural vegetation everywhere & lots of sightseeing options. Trekking in Sakleshpur is a must do and we assist all our guests with a starter trek called the : MPR View Trek it is a trail that is visible from our main restaurant and is a relatively easy trek to accomplish and we encourage all our guests to try making it. As it is a beautiful trail that takes one through canopies of trees and woods All the guest rooms at Machaan Plantation Resort are modern and spacious and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 Children comfortably in 1 room. The 16 rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat screen TV with satellite channels. A sofa-cum-bed in every room also makes it ideal for families with children. The sit-outs are ideal to laze in & enjoy marvellous views of the hills and valley. On a rainy day one can curl up with a book and a blanket here. The Restaurant serves special local cuisine, Indian food & kiddy meals. The resort has an outdoor pool serving pool snacks. One can also just lounge here all day enjoying a day by the pool ! A holiday in Sakleshpur would not be complete without a campfire, at MPR our bonfire area is set on a slightly elevated flat surface that gives one access to a 360° view of the night sky guests can spend a memorable evening by the bonfire and as the flames fade enjoy the beauty of the pristine night sky. Later evening from the same spot we recommend night sky photographers to take some fabulous shots of the sky. With ample sightseeing and exploration possibilities at an ideal getaway from Bangalore should be of at least 3 Nights. With breathtaking views all around Machaan Plantation Resort is an ideal location for a quick getaway to relax rejuvenate and refresh your inner self.

Excellent Location, Great Service, Very Rejuvenating

Reviewed By iyerprakashs

We went to Machaan as a group of 14 including kids and senior citizens in the first week of June 2022. Booked 5 rooms for 3 nights. Even though the the location is a bit far off from the sakleshpur town and goes through winding roads, the travel is worth it. The location of the resort is excellent, surrounded by fields on one side and the view of the hills on the other. The check in process was very smooth and handled well by Deb at the front desk. The rooms are very spacious and clean. Being Vegetarians, we were actually skeptical about the food, but all our apprehensions were put to rest. The restaurant team were very accomodative and pampered us with made to order food to suit our senior citizens, kids. Food was excellent. Special thanks to the restuarant team. The resturant has a alacarte menu for lunch and dinner during weekdays and buffet during weekends. Sumith tooks us to a nearby trek and was very keen to talk about the flora and fauna, biodiversity of the location. Very informative. His talks keeps the trek interesting. A nice swimming pool, a billiards table, table tennis, carrom and others. The organised Plantation walk within and just outside the property in the evening was very good with Sumit talking about plants. The resort also arranged for bonfire and a wildlife documentary in the evening to the liking of the kids and adults alike. Early morning walks within the property are very pleasant with birds chirping, great mountain views

2. Treebo Trend Maharaja Inn

Indira Gandhi Road Next To Punjab National Bank, Above Khansamaa restaurant, Chikmagalur 577101 India
Excellent
49%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 100 reviews

Treebo Trend Maharaja Inn

Maharaja INN Chikmagalur includes a total inventory of 15 categorized into 8 Standard, 6 Deluxe, 1 Superior and 1 1o Bedded- Dormitory. Each of these rooms comes with an air conditioner, cosy bed well made with fresh linens, wardrobe, luggage shelf, smoke alarms, intercom, and an ensuite bathroom with a shower curtain and hot water facility. When you stay at Maharaja INN Chikmagalur, you can expect a host of on-site facilities like an in-house multi-cuisine restaurant (Khansamaa) elevator for easy access from floors 0 to 4, prompt room service, a furnished lobby with a smoke alarm, and round-the-clock security.

Excellent Hotel

Reviewed By CAFECORRIDOR

Stayed at this property for 3 days and had a great time here. Located right in the center of the city with MG Road hardly a kilometer away. Very courteous and receptive staff including the folks at the reception. The hotel also provides taxi services for sight seeing which I availed of and would recommend others try as well. Will definitely book this property again when I'm back in Chikmagalur.

3. Kabini River Lodge

Nissana Beltur Post, HD Kote Taluk, Karapura, Nagarhole National Park 571114 India
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1218 reviews

Kabini River Lodge

Renovated, Refreshed and Still the Best

Reviewed By prameet h

I am visiting JLR Kabini for last 10-12 years when it was 'Jungle Lodge' in true sense with 8-12 accommodations. Trust me, despite of so many premium resorts mushrooming in this area, JLR remains a cut-above-all! It retains the feel of a wildlife resort with abundance of exploration for a nature enthusiasts from river banks to green patch in its property. A sit-out in the cottage itself is relaxing with all modern amenities and courteous staff at your service. Given the highest priced JLR property, it offers the best food, drinks and services among all its properties spread across jungle trails in Karnataka. Rooms are clean and spacious, though you can't escape insects and flying bugs if you keep the doors/ windows open to enjoy fresh air (it's part of natural living). Though, Kabini jungle safari is hugely restricted and deteriorated over a period of time, property makes up for the loss. JLR has highest number of vehicles permitted in tiger reserve and employs well-informed drivers as guide. Food spread is good and tasty with good mix of local and foreign cuisines. Overall, a great place to relax and enjoy nature!

4. Forest Valley Holidays

Mr. Sathish Rai Thalthmane Post Katakeri village, Madikeri 571201 India
Excellent
45%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 44 reviews

Forest Valley Holidays

FOREST VALLEY HOME STAY is situated 2.5 km away from Madikeri City. Surrounded by forest with a Valley adjoined by paddy fields where you are free to roam around and enjoy the nature. Totally different experience apart from the boring city life. You can have a healthy walk watching birds across large paddy fields and play by the natural stream. This place looks like a piece of paradise, we have small swimming pool for children.The food we serve here is loved and brings our guests back regularly. Coorg food, especially the signature pork dish, Pandhi kari is a hot favorite. The other cuisines served are the regular South Indian and Indian dishes.

Coorg stay = forest valley

Reviewed By Explorer54144168701

We friends had taken the tree house villa for 4 nights and we overwhelmed with the stay ,food and service given by the caretakers Pawan and his crew and the property owner for making out stay memorable. Kudos to the team .. the property is well maintained rooms and bathrooms were upto date even in the rainy season there were no signs of dampness or fungus..

5. Kaav Safari Lodge - Kabini

Malalli Cross, N.Belathur Post H D Kote Taluk, Nagarhole National Park 571114 India
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 326 reviews

Kaav Safari Lodge - Kabini

KAAV motto is to provide superior Home-Stay experience for wild life enthusiast. We are located at the edge of the Rajiv Gandhi National /Nagarhole national park. The overview from the deck gives you best view of the forest canopy!DescriptionKAAV is located in Malalli cross, N.Bellathur village, 215 kms away from Bangalore, next to Nagarahole National Park adjacent to the Kabini River basin. In here you will experience wilderness at its best, waking up to the chirping of birds, (Peafowls, Barbets, Drongas, Pittas, Bee Eaters and Flycatchers) in the heart of Jungle. Situated in the lap of mother nature this place gives you true wildlife experience. We also support you for wildlife safari and the best part is, you can customize your stay with us.The beautiful architect imagination has come alive in this facility. The forest view from deck and balcony is icing in the cake.

Luxury in a jungle

Reviewed By PADMAJA_10

We stayed at Kaav for the second time last week. Since we were not able to visit the Nagarhole Forest for the last two years because of Covid. Our first stay here in Kaav had been very enjoyable and this time too it was really wonderful. Its a small property with just six rooms, so its quiet and peaceful disturbed only by the sounds of the jungle that it abuts. Its green and well maintained. The staff are excellent. Food is also very good and one must compliment the chef for such well chosen menus. Divya was very helpful. It was Sujith, the naturalist on the property who accompanies you on the visit to the forests, who really made our stay. He is knowledgeable about the jungle, has excellent spotting skills, knows animal behavior and is persevering in ensuring one has a really exciting jungle safari. He also conducts a Tiny safari within the property to acquaint guests with different varieties of spiders. This was quite unique and interesting. Would strongly recommend Kaav to those visiting Nagarhole Forest. Or even if one is not visiting the forest it is a lovely place to relax in.

6. Himavana By Rai Hospitality & Resorts

Madenadu, Madikeri 571201 India
Excellent
72%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
14%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Himavana By Rai Hospitality & Resorts

Offering pleasant and tranquil stay amidst the coffee planatations in Madikeri, the rooms in this resorts come with the modern amenities to add comfort for your stay.

Horrible stay @ himavana

Reviewed By Lakshmi15

Could hardly stay the night we booked. Seedy looking room was given, pictures attached. None of this is showcased in their promotion. Rooms they show online are no comparison to what we got to stay. It isn't a resort at all!! It's one storey building with rooms. We felt completely cheated and spoiled our vacation mood.

7. Namaste Sanjeevini

Kudle Beach Road Kudle Hill Top, Gokarna 581326 India
Excellent
46%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 74 reviews

Namaste Sanjeevini

A 3.5 Acre property stretching from the top of the hill above Kudle Beach to about 20 metres from the beach front, Namaste Sanjeevini is a green zone full of trees, flowers, shrubs and palms.Coupled with road access leading right upto the property and in-compound parking facility, easily accessible serenity takes an all new meaning.

You will find much better options in Gokarna, pls do not consider this hotel.. not at all worthy.

Reviewed By Gouri1979

Recently we stayed here with kids.. Good part of it - honestly nothing to say great about anything, we regret for our choice. Bad part of it - 1. Room not so clean, some kind of smell, ants in the room. 2. Food is super expensive, that too no at all tasty, they only intended to make money from the guests. 3. Located in a place where you can't go out after 6pm ( we felt very insecure) Strongly recommend not to choose this for your stay.

8. Hotel Sandesh Kingston

158 5th Cross Road, Bengaluru 560009 India
Excellent
35%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
8%
Terrible
19%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 37 reviews

Hotel Sandesh Kingston

Planning a trip to the cosmopolitan city of Bangalore and facing a problem in finding a reasonable accommodation for your stay? You ought to check Capital O 17123 Hotel Sandesh Kingston, a luxurious hotel, situated Opp. to Vijaya Bank Gandhinagar at a distance of 10 m away from the hotel. The hotel is 34.9 km from Kempegowda International Airport, 2.5 km away from Bangalore City Railway Station and 700 m away from Anand Rao Circle Bus stop. Sir M Visvesvaraya Metro Station is the nearest metro station at a distance of 1.4 km from the hotel. In order to rekindle the traveller inside you, you can explore certain tourist attractions nearby like Tipu Sultan's Fort (2.3 km), Bangalore Palace (4.1 km), Freedom Park (750 m), Cubbon Park (2.2 km) and Fun World(5.2 km), to name a few. You can always explore the city dwellersa€™ special cuisine at restaurants around you like Sukhsagar (700 m), Sana-di-ge-seafood restaurant (1.5 km) and Adyar Ananda Bhavan (600 m). Keeping in mind your need to quench your shopping desires, the hotel is well connected to shopping malls like UB City (2.4 km), Sigma Mall (2.6 km), Mantri Square Mall (3.5 km) and Garuda Mall (5.6 km). ). In case there is any medical emergency, you can always go to St. Marthas Hospital (2.3 km), Mallya Hospital (3.8 km) and Victoria Hospital (2.7 km) for immediate assistance.How to reachYou can travel around the city by having easy access to taxi, cabs and auto rickshaws at any corner of the city. You can also use the local buses to commute around the provincial areas of the city. Apart from that, you can take the Bangalore Metro till Sir M Visvesvaraya Metro Station and preferably take an auto or a cab from there to reach the hotel.RoomsThe hotel has air conditioned rooms with ample space and a panoramic view of the city in order to give you a luxurious stay. Comfortable beds with spotless linen and intercom facility for a quick and prompt room service make sure that you feel at ease. The rooms also include a flat screen LED television, a work table for your official work and a closet to keep your valuables secure. Not just that, visitors are also provided with a safety access card for security purpose. Bathrooms are well equipped with a geyser and complimentary toiletries.FacilitiesOYO Rooms Majestic Gandhinagar 1 provides you with complimentary breakfast and high-speed Wi-Fi. AC in Common Area, an elevator, a lobby, card payment, fax/photocopier machine, a wake-up call etc. are some of the useful facilities provided here. Additionally, this hotel provides 24 hours front desk, tours and ticket assistance, laundry/dry cleaning services, parking facility, fire safety, power backup, first aid, cloak room and round the clock security for your comfort and safety. Foreign guests are also welcome to stay with us.

Business

Reviewed By gvpk2021

We booked three rooms for our business and we got a best price. Location was good and staff were very cooperative and helpful and manager Mr Satish was really helpful and we stayed more than a week.Thanks to every one in the hotel.

9. Hotel Al Wesal International

Kohinoor Road Bus Stand Road, Madikeri 571201 India
Excellent
42%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
6%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 33 reviews

Hotel Al Wesal International

Very dirty rooms and worst hotel experience ever. **DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL EVER FOR ANYONE**

Reviewed By Sheetal_Rke

Very pathetic hotel with dirty old rooms. Hotel doesn't look like online photos at all. The hotel is in the corner of Madikeri city on the sides of an open drain. It has filthy looking entrance and interior. Ground, first and second floor are secluded and dirty. Reception is at second floor. It is scary to take stairs which doesn't feel safe to go alone. Coming to rooms, interior is very dirty and old. Everything bedsheet, cushions, pillows, floor, mirror, washrooms etc were really old and dirty. We didn't feel like spending a minute in that room. Restaurant and hotel vibes are very negative. **DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL AT ANY COST** It is total wastage of money

10. Treebo Trip Comforts Inn

University Road Opp. K S Hegde Medical College & Hospital, Mangalore 575018 India
Excellent
42%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
10%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 52 reviews

Treebo Trip Comforts Inn

With the K S Hegde Hospital just 550 metres away, Treebo Trip Comforts Inn is ideal for those travelling to Mangalore to seek medical help. As for travelling, the Mangalore International Airport is around 23 km away while the Mangalore Railway Station is around 12 km away. The KSRTC Bus Stand is around 15 km away while the K S Hegde Hospital Bus Stop (local) is around 300 metres away, making travelling easy for tourists. Hotel amenities you can expect here include on-site parking, power backup, laundry service (outsourced and chargeable), provision of an iron board, security and room service.

Excellent

Reviewed By chandan799

Washroom needs improvement staffs are very helpful overall hotel ambience is excellent I will always recommend this property to others It is nearer to Hospital will be helpful to those who come for treatment.

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