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3-star hotels in Mendarda
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Mendarda, the quiet Gujarat town used as a base for Gir National Park. It is for couples on safari, families and drivers who want a garden, a pool and straightforward comfort.
Staying in Mendarda
Mendarda is a small town in Gujarat known as a gateway to Gir Forest National Park, the last refuge of the Asiatic lion. Visitors use it as a base for wildlife and for cultural sites such as Uparkot Fort in Junagadh and the Girnar Hills. Gir National Park lies about 60 kilometers away, and the town keeps a peaceful, low-key character rather than a busy resort strip.
These hotels sit on the town's edges and along the Sasan Gir road, near landmarks such as the Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple, the Hiran River, Madhubanti Dam and Bhalchhel. Distances to the centre run from under a kilometer to nearly 12 kilometers, so a car or auto-rickshaw helps. The mix suits couples on a short break, families who want pools, playgrounds and family rooms, and small groups; several properties add business and banquet facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Kavish Gir Lion Resort
Near Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereSet 4.7 km from the centre of Mendarda, near the Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple, Kavish Gir Lion Resort pairs a 24 hour front desk with an outdoor pool and free car parking. Wheelchair accessible, it has drawn a 4.6 guest rating from 1387 reviews. Couples and families looking for an easy, well-run base for the Gir area will find the layout and the pool suited to slow afternoons, and the temple nearby for a short outing.
See Kavish Gir Lion ResortSterling Gir
Near Hiran River Opp Dipda Dhar Chitrod Sasan Gir, Mendarda, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSterling Gir sits 3.1 km from the centre, near the Hiran River opposite Dipda Dhar Chitrod Sasan Gir, and offers an outdoor pool and spa alongside family rooms, a kids pool and a restaurant. Pets are allowed, and air conditioning, balconies and a garden round out the stay. Its 4.5 rating comes from 1026 reviews. Good for families with children, pet owners and guests who want a spa and dining on site.
See Sterling GirHotel Green Park
Junagadh Somnath Road Bhalchhel Sasan Gir 385110 District Junagadh Gujarat In, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt 0.8 km from the centre, Hotel Green Park is the closest of these Mendarda hotels to the middle of town, on the Junagadh Somnath Road at Bhalchhel. Free Wifi and free car parking make arrivals simple, and the garden and outdoor pool with a kids pool suit families. Rated 4.5 by 785 guests. Choose it if you want to be near the centre and keep laundry, dry cleaning and luggage storage on hand.
See Hotel Green ParkVishal Lords Inn Gir Forest
Near Madhubanti Dam Mendarada, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereVishal Lords Inn Gir Forest stands 11.9 km from the centre, near Madhubanti Dam, and is the busiest of the group with 3181 reviews and a 4.3 rating. An outdoor pool with a kids pool, a fitness centre and a restaurant cover the day, while the business centre and meeting room serve guests travelling for work. Families get a playground, and the arcade and karaoke add evening options on a longer stay.
See Vishal Lords Inn Gir ForestGir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool
At. Bhalchhel Sasangir Ta.Talala, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
Why stay hereGir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool is 2.0 km from the centre at Bhalchhel, Sasangir, and keeps things simple: the pool, a restaurant and a garden, plus a playground for children and a terrace. Free car parking and a 24 hour front desk make late arrivals easy, and free internet access in the lounge is useful for planning the next day. Rated 4.3 by 1151 guests. Suits families and small groups.
See Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming PoolGir Pride Resorts
C O. Parmar Farm House Sasan Mendarda Gujrat 362150, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereGir Pride Resorts sits 1.5 km from the centre at Sasan Mendarda and leans on its grounds: a garden, a picnic area and an outdoor pool. Horse back riding and entertainment activities are offered, and there is a restaurant with breakfast and buffet service. Free Wifi and free car parking are included, and a shuttle service is available. Its 4.2 rating comes from 1913 reviews. Best for families and guests who want activities on site.
See Gir Pride ResortsSarovar Portico Gir
Mendarda Sasan Gir Rd, Mendarda, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSarovar Portico Gir on Mendarda Sasan Gir Rd is 2.0 km from the centre and offers an outdoor pool, a spa, a restaurant and a bar, with air conditioning and family rooms among the room options. Lifts, valet parking and a playground add convenience, and non smoking rooms are available. Wheelchair accessible. A small number of reviews, 12, so far. A fit for guests who want spa and dining facilities close to Mendarda.
See Sarovar Portico GirAsiatic Lion Lodge
Sasan Gir Bhalchhel Haripur Road, Mendarda, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAsiatic Lion Lodge lies 3.2 km from the centre on Sasan Gir Bhalchhel Haripur Road and describes itself as eco friendly, with a garden, a library and a cafe on site. There is a restaurant and an outdoor pool with a kids pool, plus a playground and picnic area for children, and bicycle hire and a shuttle service for getting around. Free Wifi and free car parking are provided. Good for families and guests who prefer a quieter, greener stay.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kavish Gir Lion Resort | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,387 | Yes | Yes | 4.7 km |
| Sterling Gir | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,026 | Yes | Yes | 3.1 km |
| Hotel Green Park | ★★★ | 4.5 | 785 | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest | ★★★ | 4.3 | 3,181 | Yes | Yes | 11.9 km |
| Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,151 | Yes | – | 2.0 km |
| Gir Pride Resorts | ★★★ | 4.2 | 1,913 | Yes | Yes | 1.5 km |
| Sarovar Portico Gir | ★★★ | 4.2 | 12 | Yes | Yes | 2.0 km |
| Asiatic Lion Lodge | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | 3.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms, kids pools and playgrounds appear across this group. Sterling Gir and Sarovar Portico Gir both list family rooms and kids pools, Hotel Green Park and Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest add kids pools with gardens and outdoor pools, and Asiatic Lion Lodge combines a playground and kids pool with a library.
Sterling Gir · Hotel Green Park · Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest · Sarovar Portico Gir · Asiatic Lion Lodge
For couples
Couples get quieter, greener settings here. Sterling Gir has a spa, balcony and garden; Kavish Gir Lion Resort, Gir Pride Resorts and Asiatic Lion Lodge keep pools and gardens; Sarovar Portico Gir adds a spa. Guest ratings run from 4.2 to 4.6 out of 5.
Sterling Gir · Kavish Gir Lion Resort · Gir Pride Resorts · Sarovar Portico Gir · Asiatic Lion Lodge
For business travellers
Meeting space and working facilities are the deciding factor. Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest lists a business center, meeting room and banquet, Sarovar Portico Gir has a business center and banquet facilities, and Gir Pride Resorts offers a banquet. All three provide free car parking and are rated 4.2 to 4.3 out of 5.
Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest · Sarovar Portico Gir · Gir Pride Resorts
Closest to the centre
Hotel Green Park is the nearest at 0.8 kilometers from the centre. Gir Pride Resorts follows at 1.5 kilometers, while Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool and Sarovar Portico Gir sit 2 kilometers out. The first has free Wifi and a 4.5 rating from 785 reviews.
Hotel Green Park · Gir Pride Resorts · Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool · Sarovar Portico Gir
Plan your stay
When to go
The best time to visit Mendarda is from November to February, when the weather is cool and pleasant, with temperatures from 10°C to 30°C. This is also the ideal time for wildlife viewing in Gir National Park, which is open from mid-October to mid-June. Summer, from March to May, can be very hot with temperatures exceeding 40°C, and the monsoon from June to September brings heavy rainfall while the park remains closed.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to Mendarda town centre?
Hotel Green Park is closest, 0.8 kilometers from the centre, on the Junagadh Somnath Road at Bhalchhel. Gir Pride Resorts is next at 1.5 kilometers, then Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool and Sarovar Portico Gir at 2 kilometers each.
Which hotels have a swimming pool?
An outdoor pool is listed at Kavish Gir Lion Resort, Sterling Gir, Hotel Green Park, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest, Gir Pride Resorts, Sarovar Portico Gir and Asiatic Lion Lodge. Sterling Gir, Hotel Green Park, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest and Asiatic Lion Lodge also list a kids pool.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Sterling Gir is the one that lists pets allowed among these 3-star hotels in Mendarda. It also has a garden, family rooms, a spa and free car parking, and is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1026 reviews.
Which hotels offer free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Kavish Gir Lion Resort, Sterling Gir, Hotel Green Park, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest, Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool, Gir Pride Resorts, Sarovar Portico Gir and Asiatic Lion Lodge. Sarovar Portico Gir also lists valet parking.
Which is the highest rated hotel on this list?
Kavish Gir Lion Resort has the top guest rating, 4.6 out of 5 from 1387 reviews, near the Panchmukhi Hanuman Temple and 4.7 kilometers from the centre. Sterling Gir and Hotel Green Park follow at 4.5 out of 5.
Which hotels are best for families?
Sterling Gir and Sarovar Portico Gir list family rooms. Kids pools appear at Sterling Gir, Hotel Green Park, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest and Asiatic Lion Lodge, while Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest, Sarovar Portico Gir and Asiatic Lion Lodge have playgrounds.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast and buffet are listed at Gir Pride Resorts, which also has a restaurant, outdoor pool and free Wifi. Restaurants are also listed at Sterling Gir, Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest, Gir Lions Paw Resort With Swimming Pool, Sarovar Portico Gir and Asiatic Lion Lodge.
Which hotels have a spa or fitness centre?
Sterling Gir and Sarovar Portico Gir both list a spa. A fitness center is listed at Vishal Lords Inn Gir Forest, which also has a cafe, banquet and business center and is rated 4.3 out of 5 from 3181 reviews.