Karnataka · India
Where to stay in Mysore
Mysore is a city in Karnataka, India, home to about 921,000 people.
- Best months
- November and December
- Nearest airport
- MYQ9 km · Mysore Airport
- Currency
- INRIndian rupee
- Time zone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Language
- English, Hindi
About
About Mysore
Mysore ( my-SOR), officially Mysuru, is a city in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It is the administrative headquarters of Mysore district and Mysore division.
Mysore's recorded history dates back over a thousand years. Its name has a mythological origin. According to Hindu mythology, the demon Mahishasura was slain by the Goddess Chamundi at the place where present-day Mysore is. A statue of Mahishasura stands on Chamundi Hill on the outskirts of the city. In later times, the city rose to prominence when it became the capital of a breakaway vassal state of the Vijayanagara Empire, ruled by the Wodeyar family in 1584. In 1610, the king Chamaraja Wodeyar shifted the capital to nearby Srirangapatna.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Mysore
See
- Mysore Zoo
- Mysore Palace
- Cheluvamba Mansion
- Chittaranjan Palace
- Jayalakshmi Vilas
- Lalitha Mahal Palace
- Chamundeshwari Temple
- Jwalamukhi Tiruparasundari Temple
- Lookout View Point
- Rajendra Vilas
- Folklore Museum
- Jaganmohan Palace and Art Gallery
Do
- Rabindranath Nath Tagore Layout
- Climb the Chamundi Hills by steps
- Rajayoga at Brahmakumaris
- Ride the Toy Train
- City watch at Hardinge Circle
- Dasara
- Brindavan Gardens
- Dalavayi Lake
- Happy Man Park
- Hebbal Lake
- Jog at J.P. Nagar Park
- Karanji Lake
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Where to stay
Which part of Mysore to stay in
Budget conscious visitors are advised to stay near Jagamohan palace because the hotels are cheaper here and the city bus station is only 300 metres away. Taking a daily bus pass of ₹50 can save you hundreds of rupee worth waste on autorickshaws. Around 25 hotels are available in this locality all in the range of ₹400 to ₹600.
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Where to stay
Hotels in Mysore
133 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata; the 40 best known are shown, by the number of Wikipedia editions that cover them. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Lalitha Mahal | 4.5 km | |
| Chittaranjan Palace | 4.2 km | |
| Rajendra Vilas | 3.9 km | |
| Wellington Lodge | 0.8 km | |
| Aishwarya Residency | 1.0 km | |
| Aishwarya Suites | 2.6 km | |
| CampinGround | 8.0 km | |
| Capital O 15506 Highway Circle OYO Rooms | 2.4 km | |
| CAPITAL O 17246 Anurag Inn OYO Rooms | 1.0 km | |
| Capital O 18430 The Dawn Hotel OYO Rooms | 3.7 km | |
| Capital O 84361 Pearls Inn OYO Rooms | 7.2 km | |
| Capital O 84569 Yashaswi Comforts OYO Rooms | 1.4 km | |
| Capital O 85045 Hotel Bricknest OYO Rooms | 2.6 km | |
| Capital O 85320 Sonika Comforts OYO Rooms | 6.3 km | |
| Capital O Heritage Shelters Resort OYO Rooms | 12.0 km | |
| Collection O 29274 Msr Comforts OYO Rooms | 2.6 km | |
| Collection O 40332 Hotel Casa Meridian OYO Rooms | 2.9 km | |
| Collection O 50126 Hotel Sk Elegance OYO Rooms | 0.6 km | |
| Collection O 81805 Sla Inn Mysore OYO Rooms | 9.0 km | |
| Collection O 81847 Golden Comforts Mysore OYO Rooms | 0.5 km | |
| Collection O 81858 Avini Stay Mysore OYO Rooms | 5.2 km | |
| Collection O 82654 Heera Suites OYO Rooms | 3.3 km | |
| Collection O 83525 Karanji Residency Mysore OYO Rooms | 3.4 km | |
| Collection O Kaveri Suites OYO Rooms | 1.3 km | |
| Collection O Sri Sai Galaxy OYO Rooms | 5.3 km | |
| Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mysore | 7.9 km | |
| Emerald Clarks Inn Suite | 4.6 km | |
| Fortune JP Palace - Member ITC Hotel Group | 1.5 km | |
| Grand Amilia Elite | 4.2 km | |
| Grand Mercure Mysore | 2.6 km | |
| Hotel Le Ruchi The Prince | 5.1 km | |
| Hotel Pai Vista | 0.7 km | |
| JAL Mahal Resort & Spa, Mysore | 8.3 km | |
| M Pro Palace | 21.9 km | |
| OYO 10464 Hotel Serenity Mysore OYO Rooms | 5.2 km | |
| OYO 11694 ABS Comforts OYO Rooms | 1.5 km | |
| OYO 11724 Chitra Residency Premium OYO Rooms | 6.5 km | |
| OYO 12153 Hotel B S International OYO Rooms | 1.4 km | |
| OYO 12404 The Nest Residency OYO Rooms | 2.8 km | |
| OYO 13497 Simply Kodavas OYO Rooms | 4.9 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Mysore
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Mysore are November and December. April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C; October is the wettest, with about 199 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Mysore: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Mysore Airport (MYQ), about 8.8 km from the city centre in a straight line; Kannur International Airport (CNN, 128 km) and Coimbatore International Airport (CJB, 148 km) are also within reach.
Getting around
Getting around in Mysore is cheaper than in most Indian cities. Taking a lift, most of the locals (mainly 2-wheelers) are very helpful and generally stop to give a lift. It might be difficult on the main arterial roads because of the Traffic Police, as helmets are compulsory for pillion riders as well. City buses originate from the City Bus Stand, 2 km from the Railway Station. Frequent bus services are available to all major city tourist and residential areas. Bus stops and departure times are visible on online map services.
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MYQ · Mysore Airport
CNN · Kannur International Airport
CJB · Coimbatore International Airport
Local knowledge
Eating, drinking and staying safe in Mysore
Eat
Mysore is known for the traditional sweet, the Mysore Pak. Mysore Pak is a sweet dish generally cut into rectangular pieces and is made out of gram (chickpea) flour, sugar (or jaggery) and lots of ghee. Sold all over the city although arguably the best Mysore Pak from Guru Sweets near the small clock tower. South Indian breakfast favourites like idlis, sambars, masala dosas are widely available and quite good. It is not clear if the Mysore Masala Dosa (a fermented crepe made from rice batter, black lentils, potato, and onions) originated in Mysore, but you can try asking.
Drink
Mysore is in Karnataka state where the liquor laws are among the most liberal in the subcontinent. Most international brands are readily available. The city is lined with bars and other restaurants serving liquor; there are around ten pubs in the city.
Stay safe
Mysore is regarded as a safe and peaceful city. However, if you plan to wander around during the night, it is suggested that you be watchful, as a few incidents of purse and chain snatching are reported every once in awhile. It is good idea to be alert if you are using an autorickshaw during when it is late, especially if you are alone. Also be careful when paying money to the autorickshaw drivers since they may tout non-locals, and can overcharge and decline using the meter at certain places and times. Note that hire taxi services are another option in Mysore. The police in Mysore are helpful and friendly. Do not hesitate to request for assistance.
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Questions
Mysore: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Mysore?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Mysore are November and December. April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C; October is the wettest, with about 199 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Mysore?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Mysore Airport (MYQ), about 8.8 km from the city centre in a straight line; Kannur International Airport (CNN, 128 km) and Coimbatore International Airport (CJB, 148 km) are also within reach.
What currency is used in Mysore?
Indian rupee (INR).
Nearby
Destinations near Mysore
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.