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The Serai Bandipur

5.0 star property
Luxury resort in Gundlupet with spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Free daily buffet breakfast
Outdoor pool
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Poolside bar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Free breakfast

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Fitness center
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
The price is $259
includes taxes & fees
$219 per night
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2025

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Log Hut

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Courtyard

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 325 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Residence

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 735 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Courtyard

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kaniyanpura Village, Mangala Post, Gundlupet Taluk, Bandipur, Gundlupet, Karnataka, 571126

What's nearby

  • Mudumalai National Park - 16 min drive
  • Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple - 33 min drive
  • Ooty Lake - 55 min drive
  • Government Botanical Gardens - 56 min drive
  • Doddabetta Peak - 68 min drive

Getting around

  • Coimbatore (CJB) - 48.7 miles/78.3 km
  • Ooty Udhagamandalam Station - 55 min drive
  • Ooty Lovedale Station - 59 min drive
  • Ooty Ketti Station - 62 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Galaxy Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪A.S. Mess - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Pugmark Restaurant - JLR - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Safari Garden Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Star Tea Garden - ‬27 min drive

About this property

The Serai Bandipur

At The Serai Bandipur, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Bandipur National Park. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, or facials, and Sanctuary serves international cuisine. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious resort.

Languages

English, Hindi

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 24 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Oma has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Sanctuary - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
Moyar's edge - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5900
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2950 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 16520
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: INR 8260 (from 6 to 12 years old)

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for INR 3540.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Serai Bandipur Hotel
Serai Bandipur Resort Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Karnataka
Serai Bandipur Gundlupet
Serai Banpur Resort Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Resort
The Serai Bandipur Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Resort Gundlupet

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Serai Bandipur?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Serai Bandipur?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Serai Bandipur?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Serai Bandipur?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Serai Bandipur?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Serai Bandipur and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. The Serai Bandipur also has a fitness center and spa services, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Serai Bandipur?
Yes, Sanctuary offers international cuisine.
Does The Serai Bandipur have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Well maintained
Alekhya, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay
Plavika, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful resort located just four hours from Bangalore, The Serai left us thoroughly impressed with its stunning gardens and remarkable architecture, showcasing a perfect blend of stone and wood. Our courtyard room offered a spectacular view of the Nilgiris from its deck, adding to the serene ambiance. The staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating, with special mentions to Rateesh, Navas, and Arun for their outstanding service. For those seeking a quick, quiet, and serene getaway, The Serai is an ideal choice. While the resort offers a variety of activities, we found that the jungle safari didn't quite measure up to others we have experienced around the world. However, the overall experience at The Serai more than made up for it. Thank you folks at The Serai, for making it a memorable 2 night stay for us!
Benjamin, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property where you enjoy nature, quietness and wonderful food. Very boutique, elegant and a must-stay place. Location is also great as almost inside the natural park. Thank you
Hakan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Bandipur was excellent though the approach road can be improved - but that is the matter for the state. My brother's AC conked off and it took some time to respond to it. But overall a great place just like Serai KAbini river. We were lucky to see a tiger on the safari.
Gagandeep, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Terrible service
The service is bad and the staff are extremely rude. Information provided is incorrect and attitude is unacceptable. Especially the front office reception.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

We stayed at the Log hut for 1 night on 31st May. The room was pretty run down and the bathroom had a strange smell throughout our stay. We mainly stayed in Bandipur for the safaris and the 2 safaris we went on, we saw only elephants. No movement of tigers unfortunately. Ofcourse it’s all luck. The bf spread was ok. I would’ve typically given the room 2 stars but gave 1 extra star for the service provided. The staff were prompt if we asked anything. Service at restaurant was also really good.
Ashish, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kathryn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Get lost
It is easy to get lost here (literally and figuratively) as you're in middle of the great wilderness with pretty poor cellular connectivity, hence always better to carry a book. (A loaded iPad if you don't read.) The above two applies only if you don't walk and explore the forest you choose to be in. Great place for families coz kids have more than enough area to run around and explore. Spacious rooms (and bathrooms) mean they can continue running around indoor as well. Pros: Location. This is quite a dichotomy coz there's actually nothing to do in or around the property other than to immerse in the forest. Cons: If you are like me, you would have wished for the restaurant rates to be a bit more tame. Or for a Zomato/Swiggy delivery.
Manoj, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is amazing. The cottages are huge and beautiful. Staff is very polite and helpful. Food is great. Sometime you can see some deers from your balcony. Very big property. I would definitely recommend this property.
Shobhit, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was 2days stay with the Kid , staff are very friendly and resort is well maintained. Front Office : Office Manager Nixon was very helpful . Since we were the only booking other than a large group that has booked rest of resort , he arranged for safari in an open jeep safari just for us. Restaurant: Staff Madesh and NagShetty were very accommodative with the kid , provided us with the items that were not on the menu but asked by the kid.
Madhava, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Like: Great infinity pool. Dislike: they begrudged me packing up (taking home) an empty (small) glass cookie jar which I had refilled with almonds for my 9yr old to eat on the 5 hour drive back home - they stopped me post checkout & confiscated said amenity - beyond petty when considered in context of the 2 courtyard rooms costing rs.18-24k each I had booked 🙄
KIRTI, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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Lovely property. Allthough a bit inconvienient if you want to do the safari given the location, the main safari point is about 45 mins drive up and back all the way with not very good roads
Ujwal, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

KENNITH, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very serene and relaxing . Friendly and attentive staff
1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Himanshu, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Praveena, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, beautiful nature walk, tasty food
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Remote.spotty wifi forced disconnection.bland staff
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
Super place master Chef Azad very accommodating & good ! His team also very good👍
Avinash, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Glorious
Extraordinary place—way off the beaten path. Very exotic yet comfortable
Pamela R, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property is in a serene environment, on the shoulder area of the Bandipur Forest. It’s a small property with 24 rooms, but very cosy and clean environment, excellent for families.
Rahul, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

beautiful and well managed property. doing a good job of employing local villagers
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kuldeep, 2-night family trip
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