Where to Stay in Nagarhole: Best Resorts & Lodges?

Nagarhole National Park, formerly known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park, is a prominent tiger reserve in Mysore, Karnataka. The park boasts of a rich wildlife home to both diverse species of flora and fauna. It is near another primary tiger reserve—Bandipur National Park. Together these two parks make the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.

Nagarhole is known for its raw beauty, dense forest cover, and varied topography, which offers gushing streams, shallow valleys, and gentle slopes. A jeep safari, running morning or evening, exposes you to the diverse animal species, prominently elephants, jackals, tigers, gaurs, sambars, panthers, hyenas, and more. Also, you will see over 250 species of birds—both local and migratory. Kabini River runs towards the north of the park, ensuring the birds thrive here. Are you looking to head to Nagarhole Tiger Reserve to enjoy the diversity it offers? Then, read the blog below to decide where to stay. You can book rooms in one of the best resorts and lodges here to have a comfortable and memorable stay. 

Flora and Fauna in Nagarhole

Fauna

• Mammals: The first species of animals you will see here are mammals, including the likes of Bengal Tiger, Indian Bison, Indian Leopard, Asiatic wild dogs, Civet Cat, Hyena, Brown Mongoose, and more.
• Reptiles: There are many species of reptiles available here too, like Indian Rock Python, King Cobra, Krait, Vine Snake, Mugger, Rat Snake, Russell’s Viper, Common Krait, and more. 
• Insects: Nagarhole is home to over 96 species of dung beetles, 60 species of ants like tetraponera rufonigra ants, common dung beetles and more.

Flora

The flora here include vegetation like sandalwood, rosewood, crocodile bark, kadam, cotton tree, tick clover, helicteres species, golden shower tree, flame of the forest, and more.

National Park Entry Fee & Timings 

The entry fee for Indian adults is INR 50, while for international tourists, it is INR 150. If you want to carry a still camera, you will need to pay INR 50 as well.

Timings: 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM & 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM, all days open.

Best lodges and resorts in Nagarhole

Evolve Back, Kabini

One of the most popular and nearest resorts to Nagarhole is Evole back. It has a unique decor, having thatched roofs and wooden floors. The infinity pool overlooking the Kabini River is a masterpiece. There are facilities like an in-house spa or Ayurvedic treatments, making your stay here comfortable and impressive. It is only 90 km from Mysore airport and 18 km from Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, a perfect place to stay during your trip to see the wild animals. 

• Distance from Nagarhole: 18.5 km
• Tariff: Starts from INR 26,900

Machhan Wilderness Resort

Renowned as a sought-after base for tiger safaris at Nagarhole National Reserve, this jungle resort overlooks ravishing coffee estates of South Coorg. This 4-star resort brings you world-class amenities like an onsite multi-cuisine restaurant, gardens with gazebos, and a terrace. Guests are lodged in ethnic haciendas with thatched roofs and well-appointed bedrooms having European fireplaces and patios.

• Distance from Nagarhole: 11.1 km
• Tariff: Starts from INR 13,000

Kaav Safari Lodge, Kabini

Nestled in the heart of Kabini, Kaav safari lodge hotel offers an experience close to nature for anyone looking for serenity. The rooms are designed elegantly with impressive decoration and artifacts. The staff also provides you with genuine and warm hospitality, ensuring the guests are at ease. The amenities here are diverse, including restaurants serving different cuisines, a garden, pool, Wi-Fi and more. The Kabini Forest and Nagarhole tiger reserve awaits to engulf you in a memorable experience as you stay in this beautiful hotel.

• Distance from Nagarhole: 14.7 km
• Tariff: Starts from INR 24,560

Parsons Plantation 

A luxurious 200-year old property situated amidst 4000 acres of forests and tea estates. It has a rustic charm and bungalow features exclusive interiors, a verandah, private balconies with views of the tea plantation. This makes staying here an incredible experience enhanced by your safari in Nagarhole. It also has a library, fireplace, and garden where you can relax in solitude. The restaurants in the property serve some of the best food that you need to try while you stay here.

• Distance from Nagarhole: 27.9 km
• Tariff: Starts from INR 9,000

Coorg Cliff Resorts

Coorg Cliff is a boutique resort near Nagarhole situated in the misty Coorg hills. It is surrounded by greenery with a romantic vibe to it. This makes it an ideal destination for couples on vacation or honeymoon. The luxurious but cozy rooms, pan-Indian cuisine and decadent desserts makes this a perfect stay. Apart from heading to a safari in Nagarhole, you can enjoy the pool, game area, gym and a kid’s play area at the resort too.

• Distance from Nagarhole: 32.6 km
• Tariff: Starts from INR 12,000

Ending note…

There is no doubt that Nagarhole is one of the best tiger reserves and an ideal vacation ground for nature and animal lovers. Heading here is one of the best things you can do for a quick getaway amidst nature, witnessing the beautiful flora and fauna in their natural habitat. For a perfect trip, staying in one of these lodges and resorts is ideal. Here, you will enjoy comfort and luxury and have a memorable and thrilling trip to remember for a lifetime.