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5-star hotels in Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur's 5-star stays are a mixed bag, and this shortlist sorts them for you: full-service resorts with pools and spas, plantation retreats, service apartments and homestays, ordered by what each does best.
Staying in Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur is coffee country in the hills of Karnataka, a town with a modest commercial centre surrounded by rolling hills, coffee estates and dense forests, with Mullayanagiri, the state's highest peak, nearby. Visitors come for trekking, plantation stays and nature walks, and the town itself is quiet and rural, with coffee and pepper farming still central to local life. These hotels sit in different parts of that landscape: in the town and along its roads, and further out near plantations and villages.
Town addresses such as Kuruvangi Road, Vijayapura Main Road, Stadium Road and Naidu Mess near Ait Circle put you close to the commercial centre, with Nest Inn Service Rooms and Venissa ServiceApartment the closest to it. Addresses like Channagondanahalli, Arabidacool Division and Megur Plantation are well away from town, suited to couples and nature lovers who want estate surroundings, while the town-based apartments and homestays suit families and short breaks who want to walk to restaurants and markets.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur
Sy No. 216 & 344 Channagondanahalli, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 10.8 km from the centre of Chikmagalur, Trivik Hotels & Resorts is the most reviewed 5-star address in this list, with 2477 guest reviews and a rating of 4.7 out of 5. A spa and an outdoor pool with its own pool bar make it easy to build a stay around resting, while the restaurant, bar and cafe cover meals and drinks without leaving the property. Couples and families who want a full resort with plenty to do, from table tennis to mini golf, will find the choice of facilities suits them.
See Trivik Hotels & Resorts ChikmagalurAma Plantation Trails Chikmagalur
Arabidacool Division Tata Coffee Ltd, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAma Plantation Trails sits 5.2 km from the centre, on the Arabidacool Division estate of Tata Coffee Ltd. The grounds include a garden, a picnic area and a playground, and an outdoor pool adds a second place to unwind after a day among the plantations. Lifts and multilingual staff keep the stay easy for guests of all ages. It suits travellers who want a quiet, green base within a short drive of Chikmagalur town.
See Ama Plantation Trails ChikmagalurHappy Holiday service apartment
Kuruvangi Road, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAt 2.4 km from the centre, Happy Holiday service apartment is one of the closest 5-star options here. Family rooms and 24-hour front desk service make arrivals and late needs straightforward, and housekeeping and cleaning are provided during the stay. Pets are allowed, which is rare in this selection. It suits families and longer-staying guests who want an apartment-style base near town rather than a resort.
See Happy Holiday service apartmentMaharshis Guddethota Homestay
Megur Plantation Guddethota Village Koppa Taluk Nearby Sringeri And Horanadu Temple Chikmagalur District 577123, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereMaharshis Guddethota Homestay stands in Guddethota village in Koppa Taluk, near Sringeri and Horanadu temples. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and free car parking are all provided, and family rooms come with balconies and private bathrooms. A garden and terrace give guests somewhere to sit outdoors. The setting and room layout suit families and temple visitors who prefer a homestay in the plantation belt over a hotel in town.
See Maharshis Guddethota HomestaySahyadri Lodge and Restaurant
Naidu Mess Building Behind Shruti Motors Near Ait Circle 1St Floor, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSahyadri Lodge and Restaurant is 3.3 km from the centre and keeps things practical: a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and free car parking, plus its own restaurant and bar for lunch, breakfast and dinner. Bike and car rental services and a shuttle service help guests get around without their own transport. Air conditioning, family rooms and daily cleaning round out the stay. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-connected base with food on site.
See Sahyadri Lodge and RestaurantCampBravo
Km Rd Halelakyalakya Cross, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Car parking
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCampBravo lies 6.6 km from the centre on Km Road at Halelakyalakya Cross. Free Wi-Fi and free car parking are available, and a garden and terrace provide outdoor space for guests. Housekeeping and cleaning are part of the service, and a doctor on call is offered around the clock. Pets are allowed and rooms are non-smoking. It suits guests looking for a low-key camp-style stay outside the town.
See CampBravoNest Inn Service Rooms
Vijayapura Main Road 2Nd Floor Sri Nandi Arcade, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAmong the closest 5-star addresses to the centre at 0.6 km, Nest Inn Service Rooms keeps the essentials in place. Rooms are non-smoking and come with balconies, private bathrooms, a desk and a fan, along with free Wi-Fi. Coffee is provided in the rooms. Pets are allowed. It suits travellers who want to be within walking reach of Chikmagalur town and value a straightforward, well-located room over resort facilities.
See Nest Inn Service RoomsDa Java 18 hostel and Homestay Chikmagalur
Channapura Road, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereDa Java 18 hostel and Homestay, 3.3 km from the centre, works for both groups and families: family rooms sit alongside shared spaces such as a lounge, games room and picnic area. A kitchen and kitchenette, washing machine and laundry service make longer stays manageable, and bike and car rental services help guests explore. It suits sociable travellers and self-catering guests.
See Da Java 18 hostel and Homestay ChikmagalurStanley Revelation
Attigundiattigundi, Chikmagalur, India
Why stay hereStanley Revelation is 11.8 km from the centre at Attigundi. No facility details are listed for this property, so the main reasons to consider it are its 5-star classification and its position well away from the town. Guests who want distance from the centre should check directly what the property offers before booking.
See Stanley RevelationVenissa ServiceApartment
Venissa Service Apartment Sri Vijayadurga Temple Road Halenahalli Chikkamagalur, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVenissa ServiceApartment is 1.6 km from the centre, on Sri Vijayadurga Temple Road in Halenahalli. A kitchen and kitchenette with refrigerator let guests prepare their own meals, and each unit has a balcony, private bathroom and free Wi-Fi. Free car parking and a garden are also available. It suits families and small groups who want self-catering space close to Chikmagalur town.
See Venissa ServiceApartmentDe Tranquil Resort
888 Sh 57 Mallenahalli Chikkamagalurude Tranquil Resort, Chikmagalur, India
Why stay hereDe Tranquil Resort is 10.8 km from the centre, on SH 57 at Mallenahalli. No facilities are listed in the data for this property, so there is nothing specific to describe beyond its 5-star class and its location away from town. Travellers drawn to a quieter setting should confirm the details with the property directly before booking.
See De Tranquil ResortKavalubare Retreat by Dazzle Destinations Private Cottages and Near to City
Kavalubare Retreat 7P8v 9Gv Kesavinamane Karnataka, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereKavalubare Retreat by Dazzle Destinations offers private cottages 7.6 km from the centre at Kesavinamane. Balconies, private bathrooms and a fireplace feature in the cottages, with a garden and free car parking on site. Family rooms are available, and pets are allowed. It suits families and groups who want self-contained cottage stays in the countryside, with the conveniences of non-smoking rooms and daily cleaning.
See Kavalubare Retreat by Dazzle Destinations Private Cottages and Near to CityChiraanya Service Apartment
Chikkamagaluruchiraanya Service Apartment, Chikmagalur, India
Why stay hereChiraanya Service Apartment is 4.2 km from the centre of Chikmagalur. The data lists no facilities for this property, so guests should treat it as a 5-star apartment option whose main draw is its location relative to town. Details of what the apartment provides are best confirmed with the property itself before booking.
See Chiraanya Service ApartmentMaNaVa Luxury Service Apartment
Stadium Road Joythinagarmanava Luxury Service Apartment, Chikmagalur, India
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereMaNaVa Luxury Service Apartment sits 2.2 km from the centre on Stadium Road in Joythinagar. A restaurant, conference hall and reception area are on site, along with lifts, newspapers and currency exchange. Toiletries are provided in the rooms. The combination of meeting space and town-centre proximity suits business travellers and guests who need a serviced apartment within easy reach of Chikmagalur.
See MaNaVa Luxury Service ApartmentMount Heaven
Tarikere Road Laxmipura Villagemount Heaven, Chikmagalur, India
Why stay hereMount Heaven is 5.9 km from the centre, on Tarikere Road in Laxmipura village. No facilities are listed for this property, so beyond its 5-star class and its position outside town there is nothing specific to add. Travellers considering it should ask the property what it offers. Its location may appeal to those who prefer a village-side setting over the centre.
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How to choose
For pools and spa
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur has an outdoor pool, kids pool and pool bar alongside a spa and health club, while Ama Plantation Trails Chikmagalur has an outdoor pool in its plantation setting.
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur · Ama Plantation Trails Chikmagalur
For town access
These sit closest to the centre: Nest Inn Service Rooms at 0.6 km, Venissa ServiceApartment at 1.6 km, MaNaVa Luxury Service Apartment at 2.2 km and Sahyadri Lodge and Restaurant at 3.3 km, with restaurants, room service and parking between them.
Nest Inn Service Rooms · Venissa ServiceApartment · MaNaVa Luxury Service Apartment · Sahyadri Lodge and Restaurant
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Chikmagalur is well connected by road. The nearest major city is Mangalore, about 150 kilometres away, while Bangalore is roughly 250 kilometres. Regular buses run from Bangalore, Mangalore and other Karnataka cities. The nearest railway station is in Kadur, about 40 kilometres away, and the nearest airports are Mangalore International Airport and Bangalore International Airport. Within Chikmagalur, local buses and auto-rickshaws are available, but hiring a car or taxi is often more convenient for exploring the surrounding hills and estates. Roads to attractions like Mullayanagiri can be narrow and winding.
When to go
The best time to visit Chikmagalur is from October to February, when the weather is cool and dry, making it ideal for trekking and sightseeing. The monsoon months from June to September bring heavy rainfall, which turns the landscape lush but can disrupt travel. Summers from March to May are warmer but still pleasant due to the elevation. Coffee blossom season, usually around March and April, offers a unique visual experience.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Chikmagalur town centre?
Nest Inn Service Rooms on Vijayapura Main Road is 0.6 km from the centre, the closest on this list. Venissa ServiceApartment is 1.6 km away and MaNaVa Luxury Service Apartment 2.2 km, both easy for reaching restaurants and markets.
Do any 5-star hotels in Chikmagalur have a pool?
Yes. Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur lists an outdoor pool, kids pool and pool bar, and Ama Plantation Trails Chikmagalur lists an outdoor pool. No other property on this shortlist lists a pool.
Which hotels here have a spa or health club?
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur is the only one, listing both a spa and a health club among its facilities, along with a salon, pool bar and mini golf.
Can I bring my pet to a 5-star hotel in Chikmagalur?
Happy Holiday service apartment, Maharshis Guddethota Homestay, CampBravo, Nest Inn Service Rooms, Da Java 18 hostel and Homestay and Kavalubare Retreat all list pets allowed, so there is a choice from 0.6 km to 7.6 km from the centre.
Which are the top-rated hotels on this list?
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur stands out with a guest rating of 4.7 from 2477 reviews. The other properties on this shortlist do not carry a guest rating or review count in the data.
Which hotels suit families with children?
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur lists a kids pool, mini golf, table tennis and a health club, and Ama Plantation Trails Chikmagalur has a playground and picnic area. Nest Inn Service Rooms, Da Java 18 and Kavalubare Retreat list family rooms.
Is parking available at these Chikmagalur hotels?
Most list free car parking, including Trivik Hotels & Resorts, Ama Plantation Trails, Happy Holiday service apartment, Maharshis Guddethota Homestay, Sahyadri Lodge and Restaurant, Da Java 18 and Venissa ServiceApartment. CampBravo and Kavalubare Retreat list parking.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Trivik Hotels & Resorts Chikmagalur and Sahyadri Lodge and Restaurant both list breakfast, and Sahyadri also lists breakfast in room, lunch and a restaurant. Other properties on this shortlist do not list breakfast.