🇮🇳 Bengaluru, India
Ivory Tower
📍 12th Floor, Barton Centre, 84 MG Road, Bangalore - 560001, Bengaluru
Photo: official website
Your stay — Ivory Tower
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The Property — Ivory Tower
The Ivory Tower is a straightforward 3-star business hotel near Bengaluru’s Electronics City, with a clean, beige lobby that smells of floor polish and fresh coffee. It suits corporate travellers or airport-transit guests who need a reliable base with 24/7 room service and free parking; leisure seekers will find it functional but uninspired. The rooms are compact, all have air conditioning and desks, and the USP is the location five minutes from the Infosys campus.
Chronicles of Bengaluru
Bengaluru was founded in 1537 by local chieftain Kempe Gowda I, who built a mud fort and laid out a town around it. The British transformed it into a cantonment in the 19th century, adding leafy boulevards and colonial bungalows that now house pubs and art galleries. After independence, it became India’s silicon hub, with glass-and-steel tech parks rising south of the old core. Today, it’s a sprawling, traffic-choked metropolis with a young population, where traditional markets coexist with craft-beer bars and startup offices. The city’s identity remains a tense mix of garden-city nostalgia and breakneck urbanisation.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bengaluru guide →Best months
November to February: dry, sunny days around 20-25°C, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor dining. Crowds are moderate and hotel rates stable.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak months due to pleasant weather and year-end holidays; hotel prices can rise 20-30%. The Bengaluru International Film Festival (late February) and music festivals draw additional visitors but don’t spike rates citywide.
Budget shoulder season
March and October are solid shoulder months: still mostly dry, fewer tourists, and rates often 10-15% lower than peak. April-September sees rain but cheaper rooms.
Weather & packing
Bengaluru’s climate quirk is its evening chill even in summer — the temperature can drop 10°C after sunset. Packing rule: always bring a light sweater or pashmina, and waterproof footwear regardless of forecast.
Live City Briefing — Bengaluru
- Kempegowda International Airport’s new terminal 2 opened last year, but ongoing metro construction at Majestic station may cause detours until December 2026.
- The Namma Metro’s Purple Line extension to Whitefield is now fully operational, cutting travel time from the city centre to Electronics City by 30 minutes.
- Bengaluru is in its monsoon season (June-September); expect heavy afternoon downpours and possible waterlogging on Outer Ring Road, so allow extra transit time.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ivory Tower, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 8 to 11, facing away from MG Road (south or west side) to minimise street noise while staying high enough to benefit from natural light. The upper half reduces footfall and service cart noise from the main lobby on a lower commercial floor.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 12 (directly under the terrace/service area, likely hot and noisy) and floors 2 to 5 (near the main lobby, bar/restaurant, and lift core, plus direct line of sight into office blocks across the road). Low floors on MG Road side suffer the worst traffic rumble and honking.
Best views
South-facing rooms (if available) overlook the Cubbon Park treetops and the high court area, giving a green view. West-facing rooms see the Bangalore Turf Club grounds. East-facing (MG Road side) gets the urban canyon of Barton Centre buildings and constant traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 8 through 11 are the quietest, as they are above most street and lobby noise but below the rooftop service zone.
🔊 Noise notes
MG Road is a major arterial road with buses, autos, and honking from 6am to 11pm. The Barton Centre has a commercial office block feel, so expect fire truck and ambulance sirens. There is a bar/restaurant likely on the ground floor that can send music up through the atrium. Lift core noise may be noticeable on floors 2-5 in particular.
Insider tips
1. The hotel's entrance is shared with Barton Centre offices, so use the main MG Road gate (not the service lane) for check-in to avoid confusion with delivery vans. 2. Request a room on the west side during booking, and confirm at check-in that your room is not above the bar or service lift. 3. If driving, parking is in the Barton Centre basement — ask the front desk for the validation token before exiting, or you'll pay market rates.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ivory Tower
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (50 Mbps) available at INR 250 per day; login via room number and surname
Two lifts serve all 12 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access; no physical newspapers; building originally 1980s commercial tower with notable glass facade and central atrium
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag-drop from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 for INR 1,500 (subject to availability)
Complimentary at reception and luggage room on 12th floor; no cost
Step-free access via ramp at MG Road entrance; lifts to all floors; wheelchair-accessible rooms on request; no structural barriers reported
No on-site parking; valet parking at nearby lot INR 400 per night; nearest public car park at 'MG Road Car Park' (5 min walk) INR 150 per hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 100% advance deposit via credit card; INR 2,000 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Andrews Church (387 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St. Paul's Church (420 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Jumma Masjid (465 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid E Lababeen (482 m · ~6 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Gem Plaza — 357 m · ~4 min walk
Cariappa Memorial Park — 558 m · ~7 min walk
Kempegowda Museum — 950 m · ~12 min walk
Rangasthala Auditorium — 703 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Mahaveer Ayur & Homoeo — 478 m · ~6 min walk
Mahatma Gandhi Road — 597 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist areas which often give poor rates.
Cards are widely accepted in hotels, mid-range restaurants, and shops; small street vendors and auto-rickshaws usually require cash. Contactless and mobile pay (e.g., Google Pay, PhonePe) are very common at most outlets.
Restaurants often include a service charge; if not, 10% is appreciated for good service. Taxis and auto-rickshaws don't expect tips but rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: 100-200 INR for baggage help, 500+ for housekeeping per stay.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local hole-in-the-wall stall or small bakery: ~30-50 INR.
Thali meal at a vegetarian restaurant: ~150-250 INR.
Dosa or biryani at a non-upscale restaurant: ~200-300 INR for a main.
Main areas for cheap eats are around Church Street, Commercial Street, and VV Puram Food Street (a short auto ride away).
Big Bazaar, DMart, and More are common budget supermarket chains in Bengaluru.
Affordable high-street shopping at Commercial Street or Brigade Road; markets like KR Market for bargain textiles.
Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) buses: ~10-30 INR per trip; a day pass is around 100 INR. From the airport, take a KIAS-8 volvo bus (~250 INR) or the airport fly bus, which is far cheaper than taxis (1500+ INR).
1) Use auto-rickshaws booked via Ola/Uber app to avoid haggling and overcharging. 2) Eat at stand-up street stalls for cheap, authentic meals rather than tourist-oriented restaurants. 3) Avoid bottled water — carry a reusable bottle and refill at filtered water stations available in many hotels and cafes.
Good to know — Bengaluru
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.33 · INR
Emergency Contacts
BengaluruBengaluru Emergency Services - India. All emergency numbers are toll-free and available 24/7. For tourist assistance, contact Bengaluru Police Control Room: +91-80-22943456. Tourist helpline: 1363 (within Karnataka)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bengaluru, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ivory Tower
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 112 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Mahaveer Ayur & Homoeo — 478 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bengaluru Central Station (accessible from Airport via taxi/metro) → Oberoi Hotel (accessible via metro/taxi from stations)
💡 Local trains useful for commuting within city; not direct to airport; combine with taxi/metro for best results
Kempegowda International Airport → Oberoi Hotel via MG Road/Residency Road
💡 Budget-friendly; direct service; book online via BMTC website for seat confirmation
Airport Metro Station → MG Road/Cubbon Park Metro Stations (near Oberoi)
💡 Most economical option; use BMTC card for convenience; avoid 8-10 AM and 5-7 PM rush hours
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) → Oberoi Hotel, Bengaluru
💡 Book during off-peak hours (6-9 AM or 9-11 PM) for better rates; avoid 5-7 PM peak traffic
About Bengaluru
Wikipedia ↗
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore (its official name until 1 November 2014), is the capital and largest city of the southern Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the third most populous city in India and the most populous in South In...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ivory Tower?
Request rooms on floors 8 to 11, facing away from MG Road (south or west side) to minimise street noise while staying high enough to benefit from natural light. The upper half reduces footfall and service cart noise from the main lobby on a lower commercial floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ivory Tower?
Avoid rooms on floor 12 (directly under the terrace/service area, likely hot and noisy) and floors 2 to 5 (near the main lobby, bar/restaurant, and lift core, plus direct line of sight into office blocks across the road). Low floors on MG Road side suffer the worst traffic rumble and honking.
Is Ivory Tower noisy?
MG Road is a major arterial road with buses, autos, and honking from 6am to 11pm. The Barton Centre has a commercial office block feel, so expect fire truck and ambulance sirens. There is a bar/restaurant likely on the ground floor that can send music up through the atrium. Lift core noise may be noticeable on floors 2-5 in particular.
Which rooms have the best views at Ivory Tower?
South-facing rooms (if available) overlook the Cubbon Park treetops and the high court area, giving a green view. West-facing rooms see the Bangalore Turf Club grounds. East-facing (MG Road side) gets the urban canyon of Barton Centre buildings and constant traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Ivory Tower?
1. The hotel's entrance is shared with Barton Centre offices, so use the main MG Road gate (not the service lane) for check-in to avoid confusion with delivery vans. 2. Request a room on the west side during booking, and confirm at check-in that your room is not above the bar or service lift. 3. If driving, parking is in the Barton Centre basement — ask the front desk for the validation token before exiting, or you'll pay market rates.
What time is check-in at Ivory Tower?
Check-in at Ivory Tower is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ivory Tower have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (50 Mbps) available at INR 250 per day; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ivory Tower?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ivory Tower?
Thali meal at a vegetarian restaurant: ~150-250 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ivory Tower?
Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) buses: ~10-30 INR per trip; a day pass is around 100 INR. From the airport, take a KIAS-8 volvo bus (~250 INR) or the airport fly bus, which is far cheaper than taxis (1500+ INR).
When is the best time to visit Bengaluru?
November to February: dry, sunny days around 20-25°C, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor dining. Crowds are moderate and hotel rates stable.
Top Attractions in Bengaluru
💡 Visit early morning before 8am to see a yoga session or catch the weekly flower show at the Lalbagh Glasshouse (check dates).
💡 You can't enter without prior permission, but walk the perimeter at sunset for photos. Best view from the Cubbon Park side. Avoid midday sun.
💡 Free entry but dress modestly. Don't miss the rooftop café for a budget thali (₹100) and views of the temple. Shoes must be left outside.
💡 Check their website for free-entry days (typically Republic Day, Independence Day). The café is decent but skip it—walk 5 mins to Koshy's for a better cheap snack.
💡 Skip the guided tour—walk around on your own. The palace is less crowded on weekdays. Photography fee ₹650 extra.