Hotels, restaurants, and local food across all budgets. Trip Planning dining and accommodation guide.
arrow_back Back to main guideAreas too far from the city centre without proper transport. They lack amenities and safety after dark.
rupees 800-1500. Clean rooms, central location near the temple, basic amenities, popular restaurant.
rupees 700-1200. Simple, no-frills accommodation, close to bus stand, suitable for short stays.
rupees 1800-3000. Modern amenities, air-conditioned rooms, multi-cuisine restaurant, good service.
rupees 1500-2500. Comfortable rooms, decent facilities, slightly away from the main temple crowds.
rupees 3500-5000. Best available option, spacious rooms, good dining, located on the outskirts for peace.
soft steamed rice cakes, served with sambar and chutneys, available at any local tiffin centre, rupees 30-50
thin crispy crepes, various fillings like masala or plain, available at Hotel Saradharam, rupees 50-100
savory rice and lentil dish, often for breakfast, available at Sri Ramana Vilas, rupees 40-70
strong, sweet coffee with milk, served in a traditional dabara-tumbler, available at any local tea stall, rupees 20-30
full plate with rice, sambar, rasam, curries, papad, available at Hotel Akshaya, rupees 100-200
savory fried lentil fritters, crispy outside, soft inside, available at street stalls near temple, rupees 20-40
South Indian, North Indian
South Indian, Chinese, North Indian
South Indian
South Indian
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