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3-star hotels in Yelagiri
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Yelagiri, from resorts with pools and playgrounds to small residences near the town. It is for travellers who want a comfortable hill stay without stepping up to a higher class of property.
Staying in Yelagiri
Yelagiri is a small hill station reached by road, known for Punganur Lake, the Swamimalai Hill trekking trail, Jalagamparai Waterfalls and the Nature Park. The main town, Athanavur, holds most of the shops, restaurants and budget hotels, and is convenient for the lake and the bus stand. Several of these 3-star hotels sit in or close to that town and within roughly 3 km of the centre, including Treebo Midvalley Residence, Ags Holiday Resorts, Sterling Yelagiri and Hotel Hills.
Couples come for the cool air and the quieter resorts, families for the pools, playgrounds and games rooms, and short-break visitors for the easy distances around the hill. Business travellers are served by meeting rooms and business centres at a few properties. Guest scores across the list run from 4.0 to 4.7 out of 5, so the standard is even, and the choice comes down to the facilities and the setting you want.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri Hills
#379 2 Manjaikollai Pudur Athanavur, Madurai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet 1.6 km from the centre, this 3-star hill property pairs an indoor pool and swimming pool with a garden, terrace and picnic area. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 492 reviews. Family rooms, a restaurant and badminton make it easy for households and groups to fill a day on site, while free car parking and free wifi cover the practical side of a Yelagiri break.
See Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri HillsMGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri
203 Sivan Kovil Street, Vellore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAn outdoor pool, a games room and a playground give this 3-star hotel on Sivan Kovil Street plenty to do beyond the room, and the garden, patio and picnic area suit slower afternoons. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 466 reviews, it lies 1.9 km from the centre. Family rooms, a restaurant and badminton point to families and friends travelling together, with free parking and free wifi included.
See MGM Whispering Wind's YelagiriDolphin Resort
Niavoor Road, Bengaluru, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereWith an outdoor pool, a kids pool and a tennis court, this 3-star resort on Niavoor Road is built for active stays, and badminton, bowling and table tennis add more options indoors. It holds a 4.4 out of 5 rating from 1127 reviews and sits 2.5 km from the centre. Family rooms, a restaurant and a games room make it workable for families and groups; parking and wifi are free.
See Dolphin ResortTreebo Laa Gardenia Resort Yelagiri
Near Lions Club, Bengaluru, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAn outdoor pool heads the facilities at this 3-star resort near Lions Club, 2.5 km from the centre. Rooms come with air conditioning, a desk and a TV, and family rooms are available. Housekeeping, a 24 hour front desk and free car parking keep the stay straightforward, and guests have given it 4.4 out of 5 from 591 reviews. A sound choice for couples and small families.
See Treebo Laa Gardenia Resort YelagiriAgs Holiday Resorts
Pallakaniyur Road Athanavur, Madurai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAt 0.6 km from the centre, this 3-star resort on Pallakaniyur Road puts a spa, steam room and outdoor pool with pool bar within easy reach of the town. A games room, karaoke and badminton cover the evenings. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2166 reviews, it suits guests who want leisure facilities on site, with family rooms, a restaurant, a shuttle service and free car parking.
See Ags Holiday ResortsSterling Yelagiri
Nilavoor Main Road Near Murugan Temple, Salem, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Car parking
Why stay hereThis 3-star property on Nilavoor Main Road, 0.6 km from the centre, centres on a spa and an outdoor pool, with a kids pool and playground for younger guests. Wheelchair accessible, it also offers meeting room and banquet space, a restaurant and a garden. A 4.1 out of 5 rating from 5341 reviews reflects its popularity; free wifi, free car parking and a 24 hour front desk are provided.
See Sterling YelagiriHotel Hills
Boat House Road Thirupattur Taluk Thirupattur Talukvellore Districtyelagiri 635853, Bengaluru, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereOn Boat House Road, 0.6 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel offers both an indoor pool and a kids pool, plus a garden, picnic area and playground. Breakfast and buffet service are available, and meeting room space and a concierge support business or group stays. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 2042 reviews, it is wheelchair accessible and provides free wifi and free car parking.
See Hotel HillsThavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri
273 Mangalam Road Yelagiri Hills, Madurai, India
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThis 3-star resort on Mangalam Road, 1.6 km from the centre, keeps things simple with a garden, playground and restaurant, and it handles wedding services and banquets for guests celebrating here. Multilingual staff, a concierge and a 24 hour front desk are on hand, and the property is wheelchair accessible with free car parking. Guests rate it 4.0 out of 5 from 904 reviews.
See Thavika O Nila Resort YelagiriLeisure Vacations Cloud9
77 38 Nilavoor Road, Madurai, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Wifi
Why stay hereBalconies and a fireplace give this 3-star property on Nilavoor Road a cosy feel, 2.5 km from the centre. A restaurant, room service and banquet space cover meals and gatherings, while badminton and a garden fill free time. Family rooms are available, and car rental service helps with getting around. It scores 4.0 out of 5 from 703 reviews, with free car parking and wifi.
See Leisure Vacations Cloud9Treebo Midvalley Residence
48 1 Athanavoor Road, Vellore, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereThe closest of the group at 0.5 km from the centre, this 3-star residence on Athanavoor Road suits travellers who want to be near the middle of things. A fitness centre and a pool bar are the standout facilities, backed by a bar, room service and family rooms. It is practical too, with a 24 hour front desk, free wifi and free car parking; no guest rating is listed for this property.
See Treebo Midvalley Residence
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri Hills | ★★★ | 4.7 | 492 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.6 km |
| MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri | ★★★ | 4.5 | 466 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 1.9 km |
| Dolphin Resort | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,127 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.5 km |
| Treebo Laa Gardenia Resort Yelagiri | ★★★ | 4.4 | 591 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.5 km |
| Ags Holiday Resorts | ★★★ | 4.2 | 2,166 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Sterling Yelagiri | ★★★ | 4.1 | 5,341 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Hotel Hills | ★★★ | 4.1 | 2,042 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Thavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri | ★★★ | 4.0 | 904 | Yes | – | – | – | 1.6 km |
| Leisure Vacations Cloud9 | ★★★ | 4.0 | 703 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.5 km |
| Treebo Midvalley Residence | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Dolphin Resort, Sterling Yelagiri and Hotel Hills all have a kids pool, and the first two add a playground. Ags Holiday Resorts brings an outdoor pool, a playground, a games room and karaoke. Dolphin Resort also has a tennis court and a games room, and its 1127 reviews make it one of the most reviewed family options here.
Dolphin Resort · Sterling Yelagiri · Hotel Hills · Ags Holiday Resorts
For couples
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri is the top-rated hotel on this list at 4.7 from 492 reviews, with a garden, terrace, indoor pool and rooms with a balcony. Leisure Vacations Cloud9 and Thavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri are smaller, quieter properties with gardens and restaurants, both away from the busiest end of the hill.
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri Hills · Leisure Vacations Cloud9 · Thavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri
For business stays
MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri has a business centre, meeting space, currency exchange and express check-in. Ags Holiday Resorts offers a business centre and a shuttle service, and Hotel Hills provides a meeting room. All three are within about 2 km of the centre, which keeps travel around the hill short.
MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri · Ags Holiday Resorts · Hotel Hills
Top rated by guests
The three highest guest scores on the list are Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri at 4.7, MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri at 4.5 and Dolphin Resort at 4.4. Each has a pool, free parking and free wifi, so the difference is in the style of the property rather than the basics.
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri Hills · MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri · Dolphin Resort
Where to stay in Yelagiri
Athanavur
Athanavur is the main town and entry point of Yelagiri, where most of the shops, restaurants and budget hotels are found, and it is convenient for the lake and the bus stand. Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri, Ags Holiday Resorts and Treebo Midvalley Residence all give an Athanavur address, and each is close to the centre, with Ags at 0.6 km and Treebo Midvalley Residence at 0.5 km.
Our picks here: Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri Hills · Ags Holiday Resorts
Nilavoor Road
Nilavoor Road runs out of the main town towards the quieter side of the hill. Sterling Yelagiri sits near Murugan Temple on Nilavoor Main Road, with a spa, outdoor pool, kids pool and playground, while Leisure Vacations Cloud9 lies further along at number 77/38, keeping a garden and restaurant but no pool.
Our picks here: Leisure Vacations Cloud9
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Yelagiri is reached by road from major cities. The nearest railway station is Jolarpettai, about 20 kilometres away, with connections to Chennai, Bengaluru and other cities; taxis and buses are available from there. By road it is about 230 kilometres from Chennai and 160 kilometres from Bengaluru, via the Chennai–Bengaluru highway, and buses run from Vellore, Tirupati and Bengaluru. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, about 200 kilometres away, with Chennai International Airport about 230 kilometres distant. On the hill, local transport includes auto-rickshaws and taxis, and renting a vehicle is convenient for exploring; the hill is small and many attractions are within a few kilometres of each other.
When to go
The best time to visit Yelagiri is from November to February, when the weather is cool and pleasant, with temperatures from 10°C to 25°C. Summer, from March to May, is warmer but still comfortable compared to the plains, with temperatures up to 30°C. The monsoon from June to September brings heavy rainfall that can disrupt travel and outdoor activities. The annual Yelagiri Summer Festival, usually held in May, features cultural events and is a popular time to visit.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Yelagiri?
Treebo Midvalley Residence is the closest at 0.5 km from the centre, followed by Ags Holiday Resorts, Sterling Yelagiri and Hotel Hills, all at 0.6 km. MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri is 1.9 km away and Dolphin Resort, Treebo Laa Gardenia Resort Yelagiri and Leisure Vacations Cloud9 are 2.5 km out.
Which hotels have a pool?
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri and Hotel Hills have an indoor pool. Outdoor pools are at MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri, Dolphin Resort, Treebo Laa Gardenia Resort Yelagiri, Ags Holiday Resorts and Sterling Yelagiri. Dolphin Resort, Sterling Yelagiri and Hotel Hills also have a kids pool.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri and MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri both list pets allowed among their facilities. None of the other hotels on this shortlist states that pets are permitted, so it is worth confirming directly before you travel with an animal.
Is parking available at these 3-star hotels?
Free car parking is listed at Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri, MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri, Dolphin Resort, Treebo Laa Gardenia Resort Yelagiri, Ags Holiday Resorts, Sterling Yelagiri, Hotel Hills, Thavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri, Leisure Vacations Cloud9 and Treebo Midvalley Residence.
Which hotel is best for families with children?
Dolphin Resort and Sterling Yelagiri both have a kids pool and a playground, and Hotel Hills has a kids pool with a playground and picnic area. Ags Holiday Resorts adds a games room, karaoke and an outdoor pool. Sterling Yelagiri has the most reviews of these, at 5341.
Do the hotels have restaurants?
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri, MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri, Dolphin Resort, Ags Holiday Resorts, Sterling Yelagiri, Thavika O Nila Resort Yelagiri and Leisure Vacations Cloud9 all list a restaurant. Hill Fort, MGM Whispering Wind's, Dolphin Resort and Ags Holiday Resorts also have bars.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Hill Fort Hotel And Resorts Yelagiri has the highest score on this list, 4.7 out of 5 from 492 reviews. MGM Whispering Wind's Yelagiri follows at 4.5 from 466 reviews, and Dolphin Resort is at 4.4 from 1127 reviews.
Can I stay here if I need a spa or wellness facilities?
Ags Holiday Resorts lists a spa and a steam room, and Sterling Yelagiri has a spa. None of the other hotels on this shortlist names a spa among its facilities, so those two are the options if that is what you are looking for.