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5-star hotels in Visakhapatnam
This shortlist gathers 5-star hotels in Visakhapatnam, from big beachfront names to small guest houses and homes spread across the city. It is for travellers who want an upscale base near the coast, the commercial centre or the quieter northern edge of the city.
Staying in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam is a coastal city of beaches, hills and a working harbour. Visitors come for the coastline, with Ramakrishna Beach and Rushikonda Beach popular for walks and water activities, and for Kailasagiri, a hilltop park with panoramic views of the sea and city. The Submarine Museum, the Kursura Submarine Museum and the Indira Gandhi Zoological Park round out the sights, and the local cuisine leans spicy and seafood-heavy. The city is well connected by air, rail and road, which makes it a convenient base for exploring the northern Andhra coast.
The hotels here sit in different parts of the city rather than one strip. Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel and The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam are on Beach Road, close to the shore. Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam, Waltair Abode and Zora Park Luxury Rooms sit around Waltair Uplands and Daspalla Hills, while Livin Residency, Kushi's Nap N Go Dormitory and Lj Grand cluster near the centre and Dwaraka Nagar. Further out are Muralinagar, Gajuwaka, Pedda Rushikonda and the Lawsons Bay Colony address of Bacpac Monkey Coliving. Couples, families and business travellers can all find something, though the smaller properties suit short breaks better than long stays.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel
Beach Road, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereSet on Beach Road about 2.0 km from the centre, this 5-star property pairs a beach nearby with a fitness centre and an outdoor bar and lounge for unwinding after a day out. With 35432 reviews and a guest rating of 4.6, it draws travellers who want a full-service stay close to the seafront. Families are catered for through family rooms and babysitting service, while a business centre and banquet space suit guests mixing work with the coast.
See Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach HotelThe Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam
Beach Road, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereA 5-star Beach Road address roughly 1.9 km from the centre, this hotel suits guests who want a pool and spa in their day. An outdoor pool, jacuzzi and massage service sit alongside a fitness centre, and a restaurant and bar cover meals without leaving the property. Family rooms and free parking make it practical for those arriving by car, and the 4.4 guest rating from 4489 reviews reflects a steady following.
See The Gateway Hotel Beach Road VisakhapatnamFour Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam
10 28 3 Uplands; Waltier Main Road, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAt about 0.8 km from the centre on Waltair Main Road, this 5-star hotel works well for travellers who want to be near the heart of the city. An outdoor pool with a kids pool, a gymnasium and a bar and snack café give families and fitness-minded guests room to spread out, while a business centre and banquet hall serve those travelling for work. The 4.2 guest rating comes from 5682 reviews.
See Four Points by Sheraton VisakhapatnamBacpac Monkey Coliving
Plot 150 1St Floor Opp. Ncc Canteen Lawsons Bay Colony Pedda Waltair Visakhapatnam 530017, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA coliving-style 5-star property in Lawsons Bay Colony, roughly 3.2 km from the centre, it appeals to longer-staying guests who value a kitchen, microwave and refrigerator alongside a swimming pool. Pets are allowed and bike rental is offered, which helps guests get around without a car, and free wifi and parking keep the practical side covered. Family rooms and a garden add space to relax.
See Bacpac Monkey ColivingE Lodge
Near Bharat Petrol Bunk Rtc Complex Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereVery close to the centre at 0.3 km, this 5-star lodge keeps things simple with air conditioning, family rooms and free car parking for guests arriving with a vehicle. Room service and a 24-hour front desk cover late arrivals, and non-smoking rooms are available. It suits travellers who want a central base with the essentials rather than extensive facilities.
See E LodgeWaltair Abode
10 27 16 Waltair Uplands, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIn Waltair Uplands about 0.8 km from the centre, this 5-star abode offers sea-facing rooms alongside a garden, free wifi and free car parking. Guests get a minibar, television and room service, and the 24-hour front desk handles check-ins at any hour. It fits travellers who want a quieter residential setting within easy reach of the centre.
See Waltair AbodeElite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms..
#39 8 84 Sector 08 Near Skating Park Muralinagar Visakhapatnam, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLocated in Muralinagar around 5.5 km from the centre, this 5-star guest house is built for families, with a playground, babysitting service and family rooms. A kitchen and kitchenette plus washing machine suit longer stays, pets are welcome, and free wifi and parking are included. A shuttle service and car rental help guests cover the distance into the city.
See Elite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms..Zora Park Luxury Rooms
11 8 14 Daspalla Hills 11 8 14, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIn Daspalla Hills, roughly 1.3 km from the centre, this 5-star property offers a bar and a terrace among its facilities, along with free wifi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Family rooms and room service make it straightforward for small groups, and the location keeps guests close to the city without being on the main beach road.
See Zora Park Luxury RoomsLj Grand
Lic Circle 5Roads Corner Dabagardens, Visakhapatnam, India
Why stay herePositioned at Lic Circle near the 5 Roads corner in Dabagardens, this 5-star hotel sits about 1.0 km from the centre. The listed data does not specify its facilities, so guests should confirm amenities directly; what it offers is a central 5-star address within walking reach of the surrounding commercial area.
See Lj GrandKushi's Nap N Go Dormitory
Rtc Complex 1St Floor Vidisa Towers Beside Kalaniketan, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 5-star dormitory-style stay beside Rtc Complex, just 0.4 km from the centre, it suits budget-conscious travellers who want a central location and shared-style accommodation. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, along with a terrace, spa and laundry service, and a 24-hour front desk and security cover late hours. Non-smoking rooms and family rooms are also listed.
See Kushi's Nap N Go DormitoryKgb villa homes
Krishna Nagar Road Kgb Villa Homes, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThis 5-star villa-style property on Krishna Nagar Road, about 2.0 km from the centre, offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony, a spa and free car parking. Non-smoking rooms and a safe are included, and each room comes with a bathroom, shower and toiletries. It suits guests who prefer a smaller villa setting over a large hotel.
See Kgb villa homesKuteeram
Gohkale Road Maharanipeta14 40 5, Visakhapatnam, India
Why stay hereOn Gohkale Road in Maharanipeta, around 1.7 km from the centre, this 5-star property is listed without facility details, so guests should check what is available before booking. Its appeal rests on the central-north location within reach of the city centre.
See KuteeramLivin Residency
48 10 44 1St Ln Opposite Rtc Complex Dwaraka Nagar, Visakhapatnam, India
Why stay hereOpposite Rtc Complex in Dwaraka Nagar and only 0.3 km from the centre, this 5-star residency places guests in the middle of the city's transport and shopping area. The listed data does not include facilities, so it is best suited to travellers who prioritise location and will confirm amenities directly.
See Livin ResidencyShree Aruna Executive Inn
12 60 40 3 Bc Rd New Gajuwaka Gajuwakashree Aruna Executive Inn, Visakhapatnam, India
Best for: Business trips
Why stay hereOn Bc Road in New Gajuwaka, about 11.0 km from the centre, this 5-star inn offers a restaurant, conference hall, lifts and currency exchange, with toiletries provided in the rooms. A reception area and newspapers round out the services. It suits guests with business in the Gajuwaka industrial and commercial zone rather than those wanting the beachfront.
See Shree Aruna Executive InnThe Heaven Inn
Pedda Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, India
Why stay hereIn Pedda Rushikonda, roughly 12.7 km from the centre, this 5-star property is listed without facilities, so guests should confirm details before booking. Its position puts it in the northern coastal stretch away from the central city, which may appeal to travellers seeking a quieter base outside Visakhapatnam's busiest districts.
See The Heaven Inn
How to choose
For beach access
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel and The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam both sit on Beach Road and list a beach nearby, with the Gateway also offering an outdoor pool and spa. The Heaven Inn, in Pedda Rushikonda, places you near Rushikonda Beach, the quieter stretch used for water sports.
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel · The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam · The Heaven Inn
For families
Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam lists family rooms and a kids pool, and Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel adds family rooms, babysitting service and a cot. The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam has family rooms and a swimming pool, while Elite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms offers a playground, babysitting and a kitchen.
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel · Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam · The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam · Elite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms..
Closest to the centre
E Lodge is 0.3 km from the centre, and Livin Residency and Kushi's Nap N Go Dormitory are 0.3 km and 0.4 km away. Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam, at 0.8 km, is the closest of the larger hotels and has a gymnasium, outdoor pool and business centre for travellers mixing work with the city.
E Lodge · Livin Residency · Kushi's Nap N Go Dormitory · Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam
Top rated by guests
Guest ratings put Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel highest at 4.6 out of 5 from 35432 reviews, followed by The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam at 4.4 from 4489 reviews and Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam at 4.2 from 5682 reviews. All three are 5-star and offer free car parking.
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel · The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam · Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam
Where to stay in Visakhapatnam
Beach Road
Beach Road runs along the coast and is close to Ramakrishna Beach and many restaurants. Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel and The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam both have addresses here, putting guests within walking distance of the seafront and the city's dining scene.
Our picks here: Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel · The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam
Dwaraka Nagar
Dwaraka Nagar is a central commercial and residential area with shopping and dining options, and it offers easy access to the railway station and other parts of the city. Livin Residency sits on the first lane opposite Rtc Complex here, 0.3 km from the centre.
Our picks here: Livin Residency
Waltair Uplands
Waltair Abode is on Waltair Uplands, 0.8 km from the centre. The neighbourhood sits close to the central parts of the city, and the hotel itself lists a garden, sea views and free wifi among its facilities.
Our picks here: Waltair Abode
Pedda Rushikonda
Pedda Rushikonda is a quieter area near Rushikonda Beach, popular for resorts and water sports. The Heaven Inn is the listed hotel here, 12.7 km from the centre, so it suits travellers who want the beach and the northern coast rather than the busy middle of town.
Our picks here: The Heaven Inn
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Visakhapatnam is served by Visakhapatnam International Airport, with flights from major Indian cities. It is also a major railway junction on the East Coast Railway, with trains from Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and other cities, and by road it is connected via National Highway 16. Buses and taxis run from the airport and railway station to various parts of the city. Within Visakhapatnam, local buses, auto-rickshaws and app-based taxis are common, the city has a network of roads, and renting a car with a driver is an option for exploring nearby attractions.
When to go
The best time to visit Visakhapatnam is from October to March, when the weather is pleasant and suitable for sightseeing and beach activities. Summers, from April to June, can be hot and humid, and the monsoon season, from July to September, brings heavy rainfall and rough seas. Winter temperatures are mild, making it ideal for outdoor exploration, so plan beach walks and hilltop visits such as Kailasagiri in the cooler months rather than in the summer heat.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Visakhapatnam?
E Lodge is the closest at 0.3 km from the centre, and Livin Residency is 0.3 km away. Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam, at 0.8 km, is the nearest of the larger 5-star hotels and also lists free car parking and a fitness centre.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel has the highest guest rating here, 4.6 out of 5 from 35432 reviews. The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam follows at 4.4 from 4489 reviews, and Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam at 4.2 from 5682 reviews.
Do any of these hotels have a pool?
Yes. The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam lists an outdoor pool and a swimming pool, and Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam has an outdoor pool plus a kids pool. Bacpac Monkey Coliving also lists a swimming pool among its facilities.
Which hotels are good for families with children?
Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam has family rooms and a kids pool. Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel offers family rooms, babysitting service and a cot, and Elite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms adds a playground, babysitting service and a kitchen to its family rooms.
Do these hotels offer parking?
Many do. Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel, The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam and Four Points by Sheraton Visakhapatnam all list free car parking, and The Gateway also offers valet parking. Smaller places such as E Lodge also list free car parking.
Are pets allowed in any of these hotels?
Bacpac Monkey Coliving and Elite Homes Perfect Guest Rooms both list pets allowed among their facilities. The other hotels on this shortlist do not list pets among their facilities, so it is worth confirming before you book.
Where can I stay near the beach in Visakhapatnam?
Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach Hotel and The Gateway Hotel Beach Road Visakhapatnam are on Beach Road and list a beach nearby, close to Ramakrishna Beach. The Heaven Inn, in Pedda Rushikonda, is near Rushikonda Beach on the quieter northern coast.