Your stay — Clark's Inn
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The Property — Clark's Inn
Clark’s Inn is a straightforward, business-friendly 3-star hotel on Unkal Lake Road, a short drive from Hubballi’s railway station and city centre. The lobby feels clean, modern and efficient—tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a waiting area with faux-leather sofas. It suits transit travellers, train passengers needing an overnight, or budget-conscious visitors who want reliable WiFi, air conditioning, and an in-house restaurant. No frills, but solid value for a one-night stay.
Chronicles of Hubballi
Hubballi (formerly Hubli) grew as an agricultural trade centre under the Vijayanagara Empire, later becoming a key railway junction during the British Raj when the Southern Maratha Railway connected it to major cities like Pune and Madras. The city’s architecture mixes colonial-era railway buildings, concrete post-independence blocks, and glass-fronted IT offices. Today it functions as the commercial hub of North Karnataka, with a large cotton and oilseed market and a growing tech sector. Culturally, it’s known for its Kannada theatre tradition and the annual Hubli Utsav festival in January.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hubballi guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime temperatures around 28°C, ideal for exploring the city’s markets and temples without heat stress. Tourist numbers are low, so hotels are easy to book at standard rates.
Peak / festival surge
July is actually part of the monsoon peak here—heavy rain is common, but few festivals occur. Hotel prices remain flat year-round because Hubballi isn’t a tourist destination. The main events are Ganesh Chaturthi (August/September) and Diwali (October/November), which see local families booking rooms, but no major price spike.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer cheap rates and pleasant mornings/evenings, though afternoons can touch 34°C in March. October sees the tail of the monsoon, so fewer rains and moderate humidity. Perfect for budget travellers wanting lower room costs.
Weather & packing
Hubballi’s monsoon (June–September) brings sudden downpours, often in the late afternoon, so pack a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket even if the morning is sunny. A pair of quick-dry shoes or sandals is essential—city streets can flood briefly after heavy rain.
Live City Briefing — Hubballi
- Hubballi’s new bypass road connecting the National Highway 4 to the city centre opened last year, cutting travel time from the airport to Clark’s Inn by roughly 15 minutes, but the final stretch through Gokul Road still sees congestion during evening peak hours (6–8pm).
- The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) recently introduced electric buses on the Hubballi–Dharwad route, which runs close to the hotel—check the schedule if you plan to visit Dharwad’s historic forts without a taxi.
- The annual monsoon cleanliness drive in Hubballi (July 2026) may cause short road closures near major junctions on weekday mornings; allow an extra 10 minutes for taxi pickups from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Clark's Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear side of the building, facing away from the main road. These floors are above street-level bustle but still easily reachable by stairs if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception — they get noise from guests coming and going, plus any street noise filters in. Also skip rooms directly above the kitchen or any common area if you spot one on the layout.
Best views
Ask for a room at the rear — you'll likely look out over neighbouring buildings or a quieter street instead of the busy main road. A higher floor gives a slightly better sense of space.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest — high enough to avoid street rumble and low enough that you can take the stairs to skip waiting for the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Hubballi is a busy city centre. Expect honking, autorickshaws, and general market noise from about 7am to 10pm. Weekend evenings can be louder with local events or weddings nearby.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in if they have secured parking — some 3-star hotels in Hubballi offer it but it's not always obvious. 2. For a quieter stay, check in after 8pm when street activity drops, and request a room away from the lift shaft.
- 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 — Clark's Inn
Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up; no login password required (connect to 'ClarksInn' network)
One lift serving all four floors of the main building; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary print copies of The Times of India and Vijay Karnataka available at the front desk each morning
Standard check-in 12:00; early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of the room rate
Free for same-day check-out guests; secure room available for post-check-out storage at no charge
Step-free ramp at main entrance; accessible rooms available on ground floor; no automatic doors or lift voice announcements
Free on-site parking for approx 10 cars (first-come, first-served); nearest public parking is City Bus Stand Parking (INR 50 per 24h, 800m away); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 12% GST on room rate (included in most online rates; check your booking confirmation)
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates require a refundable deposit equal to one night + INR 2,000 hold for incidentals upon check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Hanuman Temple (326 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Noorani Masjid (353 m · ~4 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shiva Statue (461 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Durga Temple (740 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Artiza — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Indira Gandhi Glass House and Park — 636 m · ~8 min walk
Auditorium — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Axis Bank ATM — 528 m · ~7 min walk
Sanjay Medicals — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
Hosur Circle BRT Station — 726 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Most travellers use ATMs for the best rate; avoid currency exchange at airports or tourist bureaux due to poor rates.
Cards accepted at mid-range hotels, larger restaurants, and some shops; smaller eateries and street vendors prefer cash. Mobile pay (UPI) is widespread via apps like Google Pay or PhonePe.
Tipping not expected but appreciated; 10% at nice restaurants is fine; round up taxi fares; hotel staff often don't expect tips, but 50–100 INR is generous.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Small chai or filter coffee from a street stall — about 10–20 INR.
A thali (rice, dal, veg curry, roti) at a simple family-style joint — 60–100 INR.
A biryani or dosa with a side — main dish about 50–80 INR.
Gandhi Nagar and Keshwapur areas are lined with cart-based chaat, vada pav, and jalebis; evening markets near the bus stand are also good.
Reliance Smart, D-Mart, and More Supermarkets are common chains in Hubballi.
Ashok Nagar and the central market (near Mahatma Gandhi Road) have budget clothing stalls; cotton kurta sets under 300 INR.
City buses cost 10–20 INR per ride; auto-rickshaws (shared or metered) start at ~20 INR. From Hubballi Airport, take a pre-paid auto or local bus (route 1) to the city centre for ~30 INR.
Stick to local eateries for meals rather than tourist-oriented restaurants; use shared rickshaws instead of hailing one alone; buy bottled water from grocery stores (20 INR) rather than hotel minibars.
Good to know — Hubballi
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.72 · INR
Emergency Contacts
Hubballi+91 1800 425 4444 (Karnataka Emergency Helpline)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hubballi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Clark's Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Axis Bank ATM — 528 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Sanjay Medicals — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hubballi Bus Station (KSRTC Bus Station) → Metropolis Hotel, Hubballi
💡 Buy tickets from the bus station counter or through the KSRTC app
Hubballi Junction Railway Station (UBL) → Metropolis Hotel, Hubballi
💡 Buy tickets at the station ticket counter or through the IRCTC website
Hubballi Airport (HBX) → Metropolis Hotel, Hubballi
💡 Negotiate the fare before starting your journey
Hubballi Airport (HBX) → Metropolis Hotel, Hubballi
💡 Book in advance to ensure availability and get a fixed fare
About Hubballi
Wikipedia ↗
Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi Junction Railway Station (Station code: UBL), is a railway junction station under Hubballi railway division of South Western Railway zone (SWR) of Indian Railways situated in Hubballi, Karnataka, India. The platform number 1 of Hubballi Junction has a length of 1,...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Clark's Inn?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear side of the building, facing away from the main road. These floors are above street-level bustle but still easily reachable by stairs if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Clark's Inn?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception — they get noise from guests coming and going, plus any street noise filters in. Also skip rooms directly above the kitchen or any common area if you spot one on the layout.
Is Clark's Inn noisy?
Hubballi is a busy city centre. Expect honking, autorickshaws, and general market noise from about 7am to 10pm. Weekend evenings can be louder with local events or weddings nearby.
Which rooms have the best views at Clark's Inn?
Ask for a room at the rear — you'll likely look out over neighbouring buildings or a quieter street instead of the busy main road. A higher floor gives a slightly better sense of space.
What are insider tips for staying at Clark's Inn?
1. If you're driving, ask at check-in if they have secured parking — some 3-star hotels in Hubballi offer it but it's not always obvious. 2. For a quieter stay, check in after 8pm when street activity drops, and request a room away from the lift shaft.
What time is check-in at Clark's Inn?
Check-in at Clark's Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Clark's Inn have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15 Mbps down / 5 Mbps up; no login password required (connect to 'ClarksInn' network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Clark's Inn?
12% GST on room rate (included in most online rates; check your booking confirmation)
Where can I eat cheaply near Clark's Inn?
A thali (rice, dal, veg curry, roti) at a simple family-style joint — 60–100 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Clark's Inn?
City buses cost 10–20 INR per ride; auto-rickshaws (shared or metered) start at ~20 INR. From Hubballi Airport, take a pre-paid auto or local bus (route 1) to the city centre for ~30 INR.
When is the best time to visit Hubballi?
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime temperatures around 28°C, ideal for exploring the city’s markets and temples without heat stress. Tourist numbers are low, so hotels are easy to book at standard rates.
Top Attractions in Hubballi
💡 Take a short walk around the temple and you'll find some great street food stalls nearby.
💡 Try to visit during a festival or special occasion to experience the temple's vibrant culture.
💡 The fort has a small museum on site, but it's not well-marked, so keep an eye out for it.
💡 Take a taxi or auto-rickshaw to get here, as it's a bit far from the city centre.
💡 Try to visit early in the morning for a serene experience, and enjoy the sunrise.