Chikmanglur, located in the foothills of the Mullayanagiri range, attracts tourists from around the state because of its favourable climate and coffee estates. Here is the list of Top 10 Home Stays, that are perfectly nestled in the Western Ghats.
1] The Coffee Bean Home Stay ~Home away from Home, Coffee Bean is nestled in the Western Ghats between Chikmagalur and Sakleshpur
Coffee Bean homestay is covered with lush greenery and is surrounded by majestic hills. This 100 year old heritage home is the perfect getaway for anyone looking to take a break from the mundane city lifestyle!
Where: Chandrabetta Estate, Malandur Post, Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 2,230 - ₹ 2,357
2] Thotadhahalli Homestay ~ The Best amongst the rest!
This place is nature's very own retreat. Move to Thotadhahalli Home Stay if you're looking for a peaceful holiday, where nature's beauty will undoubtedly leave you spellbound. Here, you will also get to experience Malnad tradition {vokkaliga} culture, food and lots more!
Where: Thotadhahalli Estate, Near Nirvana Swamy Mutt, Kaimara (P), Chikmagalur, Thotadahalli, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 2,260 - ₹ 2,500
3] Thippanahalli Homestay ~A premium heritage homestay
Experience 230 years of history and heritage in this homely environment. View coffee plantations, visit more than a dozen beautiful places that will leave you mesmerised, drive around the hills, trek among the mountains and coffee plants or come and simply experience the raw beauty of nature around Thippanahalli Homestay.
Where: 160, Thippanahalli Estate, Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 4,200 - ₹ 6,500
4] Gubbachi Goodu Home Stay~ Perfect for plantation walks
Gubbachi Goodu Home Stay is situated near hills that is populated by Coffee shrubs, silver oaks, dense jungle wood, meandering streams and fragrant cardamom. You are most welcome if you are someone who likes isolated, peaceful and rustic landscapes!
Where: Koduvally, Anoor PO, Chickmagalur, Karnataka
Price range: ₹4000
5] Gonakal Homestay~ Nestled between Malnad's lush setting of Coffee & pepper plantation
A 360 year old heritage abode, Gonakal Homestay is situated amidst lush green forests, widespread coffee plantations and black pepper creepers. You can try authentic homely Malnad dishes or sip on some white coffee, staring at the white streams trickling down the valley under the passing clouds. What else can make your stay memorable?
Where: Thogarihankal Post, Tarikere Road, Chickmagaluru, Karnataka
Price range: ₹5900
6] Malagar Valley Homestay~ Luxury around Muthodi Wildlife Sanctuary
Situated near Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Malagar is an idyllic location surrounded by the beautiful Mullayanagiri mountains. The drive till the Homestay is very scenic and the location is well connected to all the major tourist attractions with just a few kilometres of driving distance.
Where: Jagara Hobli, Attigundi Post, Chikkamagaluru District, Malagaru, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 9,811 - ₹ 12,678
7] The Hidden Valley~ A secluded haven
Surrounded by 30 acres of coffee estate, here you will find the serenity and comfort of your home, yet the location is very exotic. The guesthouse also has ample of activities for the travellers, such as boat-rides, guided plantation tour, bird watching, badminton, trekking, indoor board games etc. You can also enjoy farm life at this wonderful property!
Where: Handi, Machagondanahally, 20KM Chikmagalur-Mudigere Road, Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 1,500 - ₹ 3,000
8] The Woodway Homestay~ Nestled amidst the tranquility of the Giri range of hills
Nestled amidst lush coffee bushes on the Giri range of hills, they have opened up their ancestral plantation home. At Woodway, you can also enjoy activities such as trekking, bird watching, golfing with a breath of fresh air.
Where: Jakkanahalli, Karnataka
Price range: ₹9956
9]The Last Resort~ A lush garden dotted with private cottages
This luxe property has created a lush tropical garden so that you and your loved ones can relax & rejuvenate in the midst of nature. Located at the foothills of the beautiful Kemmanagundi mountains and surrounded by rolling farmlands, the entire campus is filled with hundreds of species of ferns, fruits, flowers, plants & trees.
Where: Glendale Farms, Ballavara, Kallathipura P.O, Tarikere Taluk, Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 5,356 - ₹ 5,994
10] The Spectrum Home Stay~ In the heart of the aromatic Coffee plantation region!
This homestay is surrounded by coffee estates and independent houses and is located within 2 acres of Coffee Plantation. Do take their plantation walks and don't forget to enjoy their homely ethnic cuisines served in dining area.
Where: Erealla Survey No 275, Dasara Halli Grama, Chickmagaluru, Karnataka
Price range: ₹ 3,895 - ₹ 3,959