About Bengaluru

Bengaluru, India’s dynamic Silicon Valley, blends modern innovation with leafy avenues and a vibrant cosmopolitan scene. Luxury hotels in Whitefield and Electronic City cater perfectly to business travellers seeking convenience and style. Around MG Road and Indiranagar, chic boutique stays place guests close to buzzing nightlife and cultural hotspots. Families enjoy the space and comfort of hotels in Koramangala, while budget-friendly options dotted across the city provide excellent value alongside Bengaluru’s signature charm.

Bengaluru may be best known as a buzzing modern metropolis with sleek hotels, lively bars, and endless shopping, but it also surprises visitors with pockets of old-world charm. Colonial-era buildings and lush, landscaped gardens soften the city’s fast-paced edge, giving you more to explore than just its nightlife. If you’re in the heart of town, Cubbon Park offers a peaceful green escape where you can recharge or simply wander under shady trees. Food lovers shouldn’t leave without a stop at the legendary Mavalli Tiffin Rooms, serving authentic South Indian fare since the 1920s. And when the sun sets, the city comes alive—head to the Sky Lounge rooftop for cocktails, music, and dazzling views across the skyline.

The best places to stay in Bengaluru

For a quirky stay

  • Escape Hotel and Spa is a contemporary retreat in the city’s heart, blending fun with chic style. Themed rooms inspired by global cities set the tone, while an impressive rooftop pool and restaurant keep the energy high above Bengaluru’s bustle.
  • True to its regal name, Leela Palace Bangalore radiates opulence with Mughal-inspired architecture, indulgent spa rituals, and world-class Indian hospitality. Lavish to some, extravagant to others, it remains one of the city’s most striking statements of luxury.

For a horticultural haven

  • Oberoi Bengaluru is a tranquil city retreat, where wisteria-draped balconies overlook award-winning gardens and soaring ceilings meet polished hardwood floors. Whether you’re seeking timeless elegance, a playful touch of old-school charm, or a serene oasis, this hotel delivers classic luxury with ease.
  • Taj West End enchants with colonial-era charm, set in manicured gardens around a graceful white bungalow. Pastel silk-draped rooms and refined dining at Blue Ginger create a stay that’s equal parts heritage, style, and serenity—an indulgent escape wrapped in timeless Bengaluru beauty.

For modern luxury

  • Towering above Bengaluru, Shangri-La Hotel, Bangalore delivers the city’s best views. Sip cocktails at the buzzing rooftop bar, then feast your way through Italian, Indian, Japanese, and Chinese flavours—all under one stylish roof.
  • Four Seasons Bengaluru at Embassy One is a sleek urban sanctuary near the CBD, blending glass-fronted rooms, marble bathrooms, and crisp linens with a poolside escape. Savour Asian fusion with skyline views, then indulge in world-class spa treatments and flawless service.

For wellbeing

  • Inner peace meets luxury at Shreyas Retreat, tucked just outside the city. Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda set the tone, while chic accommodations ensure your spiritual awakening feels as stylish as it is serene.

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Travel Information

  • Fly into KempeGowda International Airport, 40km away from the city, before taking the bus or a pre-paid taxi into town.
  • If you want to drive yourself in instead, consider hiring a car with Rentalcars.
  • The best time to visit weather-wise is from September to February - after monsoon season but before it gets too hot.

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The best hotels in Bengaluru

Escape Hotel and Spa

Bengaluru (Indiranagar)

Bright, airy and spacious rooms, featuring beautiful hardwood floors & crisp white linens. Large windows and neutral soft furnishings ensure a relaxing environment. Sample contemporary Indian cuisine at fine dining resto-bar Bricklane Grill or unwind on the terrace. A great base to explore from.

  • Designer - Design conscious rooms are themed around the cities of London, New York and Tokyo.
  • Spa - Including a steam room and three treatment rooms (one for couples).
  • Sights nearby - Surayanarayana Temple, Bengalaru
  • Local markets - Many local markets in Bengalaru
from £44 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Shangri-La Hotel, Bangalore

Bengaluru (Karnataka)

Bangalore's tallest hotel providing its best views. The rooftop bar is a popular for after work drinks whilst Italian, Indian, Japanese and Chinese dining can be sampled within. Rooms are decorated in a classically luxurious style and feature modern bathrooms. Make sure to try the spa and gym.

  • City Style - One of Bangalore's top hotels with some of its most popular restaurants
  • Local exploring - Right in the thick of it and within easy reach of the airport
  • Swimming Pool - Rooftop pool
  • Spa
from £78 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Oberoi Bengaluru

Bengaluru (Bengalaru)

This luxurious hotel comprises elegant air conditioned rooms, decorated in a classic style. With hardwood floors, kingsize beds, elegant gold decor and opulent marble bathrooms you are truly pampered. Enjoy the stunning award-winning gardens, relax by the pool or explore the sights of Bangalore.

  • Garden - Beautiful award winning gardens including a 120 year old Rain Tree
  • Sights nearby - Bengalaru centre, Vidhana Soudha (seat of state legislature)
  • Cooking classes - Junior Chef cooking classes on request
  • Local markets - 1.2 miles from Commericial Street
from £83 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Taj West End

Bengaluru (Karnataka)

Housed in a colonial style bungalow with timeless interiors, amidst 20 acres of manicured grounds. Rooms are decorated in cooling palettes with beautiful silks, antique four poster beds, marble bathrooms and private balconies. Enjoy modern Asian cuisine and fabulous cocktails at Blue Ginger.

  • Great walks - Lal Bagh, Bangalore's botanical gardens are pleasent space to spend an afternoon.
  • Tennis Court - There are tennis courts on sight for guests to use.
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
from £116 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Leela Palace Bangalore

Bengaluru (Karnataka)

Worthy of the Leela name this property exemplifies Indian five star hospitality. Rooms are opulent including huge beds and silk upholstery and featuring marble clad bathrooms, deep baths and power showers. Some include private balconies. There are several fine restaurants and a most indulgent spa.

  • Local markets - 'Food Street' is the place to go for lovers of Indian cuisine.
  • Great walks - Lal Bagh and Cubbon Park are relaxing places to perambulate.
  • Sights nearby - Bangalore Palace is impressive to behold.
  • Spa
from £130 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Shreyas Retreat

Bengaluru (Karnataka)

Dedicated to promoting authentic yoga, meditation and the Ayurvedic life. So much more than a hotel, but a philosophy. Accommodation is chic modern and comprised of private cottages. Achieve 'enlightenment' in style. There are several pools, a comprehensive spa and yoga studio and organic dining.

  • Great walks - There are some lovely walks leading directly from the property, through the verdant countryside.
  • Sights nearby - Before or after your stay the sights of Bangalore must be visited.
  • Spa breaks - A yoga and wellness retreat providing stylish interiors.
  • Eco break - This property employs astringent green policies.
from £182 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Four Seasons Bengaluru at Embassy One

Bengaluru ( Karnataka)

A stylish five-star hotel situated near the Central Business District. For relaxation there's a large pool and an expansive spa. Sleek rooms boast plenty of glass, subtle hues, marble bathrooms, and crisp linen. The Asian fusion restaurant has epic city views and the service is second to none.

  • Other Activities - Enjoy a guided tour of the the City of Palaces (Mysuru) and visit the Ramanagara silk market and the historic town of Sriranga
  • City Style - With slick service, high-end amenities, a sky-high bar, and stylish modern design - this property ticks all the boxes
  • Business meetings - Designed with business travellers in mind with an ideal location near the Central Business District and tech parks
  • Yoga - Take an individual or group yoga class and balance out the mind and body
from £162 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees