“A regal retreat in the ancient ruins of Hampi, channeling the splendour of a lost empire. Expect domes, turrets, arched hallways and opulent suites with carved furniture, canopy beds and lotus-filled views. There’s a spa, 2 pools, and restaurants that nod to royal kitchens. Deccan Plateau decadence.”

Recommended for

  • Historic

    • Sleep in palace-style suites with teardrop arches and explore the ruins of a once-mighty empire on guided trails
  • Learning

    • Join a private storytelling session and let expert narrators bring the empire’s rise and fall vividly to life
  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Glide down the Tungabhadra River in a coracle and take in the surreal landscape of boulders and ancient ruins
  • Foodies

    • Book a five-course dinner in a candlelit mantapa and toast with wine like a royal of the Vijayanagara court
  • Honeymoons

    • Dine under the stars by your private pool, then wake to lotus pond views and a canopy bed fit for royalty
  • Great walks

    • Follow the Virupaksha Trail past hilltop temples and giant monoliths on a history-soaked morning stroll
  • Other Activities

    • Sip Sidapur coffee in the quiet reading lounge, where arches and carved columns whisper of a bygone era
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Indulge in an Ayurvedic massage using age-old techniques designed to revive both body and spirit
  • Restaurant

    • Continental and Indian cuisine inspired by the Vijayanagara Empire
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    • A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms
  • Luxury

  • Opulent

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Outstanding location

  • Family Suites

  • Gourmet

  • Views

  • Romantic

  • Air conditioning

  • Half Board

  • Traditional

  • Wellbeing

  • 5* Luxury

  • Gym

  • Chic

  • Spa

Facilities

  • Rooms

    46 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed)
  • Restaurant

    Continental and Indian cuisine inspired by the Vijayanagara Empire
  • Swimming Pool

    The infinity pool overlooks the boulder-strewn landscape of Hampi
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    A terrace or balcony are featured in certain rooms
  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Half Board

  • Concierge

  • Suites

  • Gym

  • Garden

  • Spa

Activities

  • Learning

    • Join a private storytelling session and let expert narrators bring the empire’s rise and fall vividly to life
  • Hotel boats for hire

    • Glide down the Tungabhadra River in a coracle and take in the surreal landscape of boulders and ancient ruins
  • Great walks

    • Follow the Virupaksha Trail past hilltop temples and giant monoliths on a history-soaked morning stroll
  • Other Activities

    • Sip Sidapur coffee in the quiet reading lounge, where arches and carved columns whisper of a bygone era
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Indulge in an Ayurvedic massage using age-old techniques designed to revive both body and spirit

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Originally published by The Telegraph

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