Bangalore - Sleeping
There are plenty of accommodation choices for every budget in Bangalore. Those wanting to be in the heart of Macau will prefer the character of the old city, while those after some respite will like the beachside locations on Colôane and Taipa Island.
The Taj West End
Hotel Taj West End is a 5 deluxe hotel, situated near the city centre but spread over 20 acres of landscaped gardens and a fine tribute to the garden city of India. Guests to this hotel can have the hotel’s concierge set up fishing excursions to Kabini, which is now a reserve for elephants and tigers. The restaurants are some of the best in the city and include the excellent Vietnamese restaurant Blue Ginger and the new, very cool Masala Klub.
The Park
A member of the über trendy Design Hotels, The Park is the chicest hotel in town. A pristine, white, four-story building in the centre of the city’s business district, The Park’s 109 rooms reflect Indian ethnicity and international influence. Top restaurants include Monsoon, 24 hour restaurant I.t-ALIA and the Hip lounge Bar. There is a temperature controlled lap pool with outdoor lounging in colourful gazebos, and you can unwind in the Aquazone health Spa.
The Leela Palace Kempinski Bangalore
The Leela Palace is a Bangalore institution. The Leela is often compared with a palace for its gold leafed domes, ornamented ceilings and majestic arches. Facilities are extensive and include swimming polls and spas. The three restaurants, Citrus, Jamavar and Zen offer Indian, Japanese and Far- Eastern cuisine. Afterwards relax with a whisky at the Library Bar.
Vivanta
An ultra modern hotel for the global generation, Vivanta opened in 2009 and has 199 rooms and suites in three themes, Delight, Indulgence and Allure. Chef Ananda Solomon has a range of restaurants from all-day dining at Latitude, North-Western Indian cuisine at Terracotta and a rooftop bar and grill, Tease – a stylish garden pavilion where you can eat or drink and listen to DJs.
Royal Orchid Central
The 130-room Royal Orchid Central is a vibrant, clean hotel that is very popular with Indians and tourists alike, and has won several awards. The hotel is outstanding value for money with friendly efficient service. Facilities include Pinxx, a lively 24-hour Coffee Shop and Paparazzi – Celebrity Food & Jazz, an award-winning restaurant.
Komfort Terraces
Komfort Terraces is a boutique hotel in the heart of Bangalore on the M.G. Road. The 32 well appointed rooms are simple but clean. It’s a perfect location from which to explore the city. The hotel even has its very own Chinese restaurant, Soul.
Hotel VT Residency
A cheap, friendly 50 room hotel popular with business people on an overnight stay as well as backpackers. It has an interesting location too, opposite Satya Sai Baba’s Ashram. There is decent vegetarian restaurant open to 23:00. Breakfast buffet every morning.
