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3-star hotels in Tiruvannamalai
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Tiruvannamalai, the temple town built around the sacred hill of Arunachala. These nine properties suit pilgrims here for darshan, couples, families and car-borne visitors, with guest ratings from 4.2 to 4.6 out of 5.
Staying in Tiruvannamalai
Tiruvannamalai is not a typical tourist destination but a place of spiritual significance, built around the Arunachaleswarar Temple with the hill of Arunachala rising behind it. Visitors come for darshan, to meditate at the ashram, or to walk the Girivalam path, a roughly 14-kilometre route around the hill. Beyond the temple the town keeps a relaxed pace, with ashrams, small shops and simple eateries catering to pilgrims and long-stay visitors.
These hotels sit along the roads that lead in and around the town: Chengam Road, where Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai, Ramana Towers, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Athena Hotel stand; Polur Road, home to Hotel Himalayaa, Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple and Hotel Royal Inn; and the Bangalore and Pondy highways, where Thaai Residency and Sterling Arunai Anantha are found. Distances to the centre range from 1.1 to 4.4 kilometres. The group suits couples and families on a short break, car-borne arrivals on National Highway 38, and business travellers who want a restaurant, business centre and parking on site.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Thaai Residency
579 Bangalore Highway Athiyandal Hospital Road Athiyandal Tiruvannmalai, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on the Bangalore Highway at Athiyandal, this 3-star hotel earns a 4.6 rating from 486 reviews, the strongest guest score among the Tiruvannamalai properties listed here. It lies 4.4 km from the centre. Families get dedicated family rooms, and the restaurant, bar and banquet hall cover meals and gatherings without leaving the property. A 24-hour front desk, free parking and free wifi handle late arrivals and onward travel.
See Thaai ResidencyHalez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai
34 Athiyanthal Village Chengam Road, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWith 2569 reviews and a 4.4 rating, this Chengam Road hotel is the most reviewed of the group. Its outdoor pool, spa and massage service make it the pick for travellers who want to recover after a day around Tiruvannamalai, 4.3 km away. Fitness centre, games room and family rooms round out the offering, and the restaurant, bar service and room service mean guests can eat on site. Free parking and a 24-hour front desk suit road arrivals.
See Halez Sparsa ThiruvannamalaiRamana Towers
10 J 1 Chengam Road 4Th Street, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereAt 1.8 km from the centre, Ramana Towers is one of the closest 3-star options to Tiruvannamalai's core. Guests rate it 4.4 across 1864 reviews. Rooms come with air conditioning, balconies and a kitchen, useful for longer stays, and the restaurant, lounge and terrace give places to eat and unwind. Free wifi, free car parking and a 24-hour front desk cover the practical side.
See Ramana TowersSterling Arunai Anantha
Nh77 Pondy Bangalore, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereThis Pondy Bangalore highway property, 3.2 km from the centre, scores 4.4 from 1822 reviews. An outdoor pool, badminton and entertainment activities give families and groups something to do between temple visits, while the restaurant, bar service and room service handle meals. Garden and patio spaces add room to spread out. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and cots are available for young children.
See Sterling Arunai AnanthaAashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai
9 Ganapathy Nagar Chengam Road Near Girivala Padhai Nh 66 Pondy Bangalore Highway, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereNear Girivala Padhai on Chengam Road, 3.3 km from the centre, Aashreya Suites draws a 4.3 rating from 808 reviews. It is a strong fit for families: family rooms, a playground, games room, picnic area and both an outdoor and swimming pool are on site. Guests also get a restaurant, bar, room service and free wifi. Free car parking and a 24-hour front desk make arrivals straightforward.
See Aashreya Suites TiruvannamalaiHotel Himalayaa
687 Polur Road, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Himalayaa on Polur Road sits 2.3 km from the centre and holds a 4.2 rating from 2929 reviews. It keeps things simple but practical: an on-site restaurant, free car parking and a 24-hour front desk, plus luggage storage and a concierge for guests arriving early or leaving late. Meeting room space and wheelchair accessibility make it workable for groups and travellers with mobility needs. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available.
See Hotel HimalayaaAthena Hotel
No. 516 Chengam Main Road, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Chengam Main Road, 3.9 km from the centre, Athena Hotel is rated 4.2 by 1896 guests. It stands out for its pools: an indoor pool, a kids pool and a fitness centre give families and fitness-minded travellers plenty to use on site. A restaurant, bar and games room cover dining and downtime. Free wifi, free car parking and a 24-hour front desk are included.
See Athena HotelArpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple
No.7 Sriram Nagar Polur Road, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereNamed for its position near Arunachaleswarar Temple, this Polur Road hotel is 1.8 km from the centre and rated 4.2 from 1748 reviews. Pilgrims and families get family rooms, a restaurant, room service and a garden, with kitchen and refrigerator facilities in some accommodation. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, along with valet parking and wheelchair accessibility. A 24-hour front desk and shuttle service help with temple trips.
See Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar TempleHotel Royal Inn
15 Polur Rd Vengikkal, Tiruvannamalai, India
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereHotel Royal Inn on Polur Road in Vengikkal is the closest of these 3-star hotels to the centre at 1.1 km, which suits guests who want to walk in for temple visits. Breakfast is served and free wifi is available, with free car parking for those arriving by road. Rooms come with sheets and towels, and the property is wheelchair accessible. No guest rating is published for this hotel.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thaai Residency | ★★★ | 4.6 | 486 | Yes | Yes | – | 4.4 km |
| Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai | ★★★ | 4.4 | 2,569 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.3 km |
| Ramana Towers | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,864 | Yes | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| Sterling Arunai Anantha | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,822 | Yes | – | Yes | 3.2 km |
| Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai | ★★★ | 4.3 | 808 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.3 km |
| Hotel Himalayaa | ★★★ | 4.2 | 2,929 | Yes | – | – | 2.3 km |
| Athena Hotel | ★★★ | 4.2 | 1,896 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.9 km |
| Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple | ★★★ | 4.2 | 1,748 | Yes | – | – | 1.8 km |
| Hotel Royal Inn | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | – | 1.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Thaai Residency and Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai both list family rooms, and Thaai Residency adds high chairs, a sofa bed and a garden. Sterling Arunai Anantha and Athena Hotel have family rooms, cots and outdoor pools, with Athena Hotel also listing a kids pool and a playground nearby for younger guests.
Thaai Residency · Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai · Sterling Arunai Anantha · Athena Hotel
For couples
Ramana Towers, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple all sit within 1.8 to 3.3 kilometres of the centre. Each offers a balcony, air conditioning and a restaurant, and Ramana Towers and Aashreya Suites add quiet terraces, lounges and gardens after a day at the temple.
Ramana Towers · Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai · Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple
For spa and pool
Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai is the only hotel here listing both a spa and a massage service, alongside an outdoor pool. Sterling Arunai Anantha, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Athena Hotel also have outdoor pools, and Athena Hotel adds a fitness centre and an indoor pool for guests who want to swim year-round.
Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai · Sterling Arunai Anantha · Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai · Athena Hotel
Closest to the centre
Hotel Royal Inn is the nearest to the centre at 1.1 kilometres, followed by Ramana Towers and Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple, both at 1.8 kilometres. All three have air conditioning, parking and a restaurant, making them practical for darshan and the Girivalam path.
Hotel Royal Inn · Ramana Towers · Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple
Where to stay in Tiruvannamalai
Chengam Road
Chengam Road is on the outskirts of town, convenient for those arriving by car from Chengam or Bengaluru, and has some of the larger hotels. Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai, Ramana Towers, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Athena Hotel all stand here, between 1.8 and 4.3 kilometres from the centre, and several have pools, restaurants and business centres.
Our picks here: Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai · Ramana Towers · Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai
Polur Road
Polur Road runs through the town on the way to the temple area. Hotel Himalayaa, Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple and Hotel Royal Inn all have addresses here, 1.1 to 2.3 kilometres from the centre, close enough for the temple gates and the Girivalam route, with restaurants, parking and laundry service on site.
Our picks here: Hotel Himalayaa · Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple
Bangalore Highway
The Bangalore Highway approach is where Thaai Residency stands, 4.4 kilometres from the centre. It suits drivers arriving on National Highway 38, with free car parking, a car rental service and a shuttle service, plus a restaurant, bar, garden and family rooms for longer stays.
Our picks here: Thaai Residency
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Tiruvannamalai?
Hotel Royal Inn is the closest of these hotels to the centre, at 1.1 kilometres. Ramana Towers and Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple follow, both at 1.8 kilometres.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Thaai Residency has the highest guest rating here, 4.6 out of 5 from 486 reviews. Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai, Ramana Towers and Sterling Arunai Anantha are next, each rated 4.4.
Do any hotels have a pool or spa?
Yes. Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai lists both a spa and massage alongside an outdoor pool. Sterling Arunai Anantha, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Athena Hotel have outdoor pools, and Athena Hotel also lists an indoor pool and a fitness centre.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Nine of the hotels here list free car parking. Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple adds valet parking, and Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai also lists a garage. Hotel Himalayaa and Hotel Royal Inn list free car parking as well.
Which hotels suit families?
Thaai Residency lists family rooms, high chairs and a sofa bed. Halez Sparsa Thiruvannamalai, Sterling Arunai Anantha, Aashreya Suites Tiruvannamalai and Athena Hotel also list family rooms, and several offer cots and pools for children.
What is the Girivalam path?
The Girivalam path is a roughly 14-kilometre route around the sacred hill of Arunachala, walked by pilgrims as a form of worship. Several hotels here, including Ramana Towers and Arpanaa Hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple, sit close to the route.
When is the busiest time in Tiruvannamalai?
The town is busiest during the Karthigai Deepam festival, usually held in November or December, and on full moon days, when large crowds gather for the Girivalam pilgrimage.