Your stay — Boys' Hostel (Old Block)
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The Property — Boys' Hostel (Old Block)
The Old Block at the Boys' Hostel is exactly what it sounds like: a no-frills, budget dormitory-style lodging from an earlier era, with concrete floors, metal-framed beds, and shared bathrooms that smell of institutional soap. It suits solo backpackers, late-arriving train travellers, or anyone who needs a cheap, safe place to sleep without expecting charm or quiet. Standing in the lobby, you smell curry from the canteen and hear the clatter of table tennis from the common room — it’s functional, friendly, and very basic.
Chronicles of Mysuru
Mysuru, historically Mysore, was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947, ruled by the Wadiyar dynasty who made it a centre of art and culture. The city’s architectural heart is the Indo-Saracenic Mysore Palace, rebuilt in 1912 after a fire, with its domes, arches and stained glass echoing a princely past. After Independence, the city grew into a silk-weaving and sandalwood-oil hub, and today it balances its heritage tourism with a buzzing IT and manufacturing sector. Contemporary Mysuru is proudly traditional — the Dasara festival still sees the palace lit with 100,000 bulbs — yet increasingly modern, with craft breweries and co-working spaces filling old bungalow neighbourhoods.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mysuru guide →Best months
October to February: cool, dry weather (15–28°C), clear skies, and the city is lively but not chaotic. Post-monsoon greenery makes the palace gardens and Chamundi Hill walks pleasant.
Peak / festival surge
September–October for Dasara (the 10-day Navaratri festival), when the palace is floodlit, processions block traffic, and hotels triple their rates. Book three months ahead; the Old Block fills with student groups and budget tourists.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: still dry and warm (25–32°C), cheaper rooms, fewer crowds. November gives you post-Dasara calm with similar weather to peak season.
Weather & packing
July is monsoon season in Mysuru: expect daily downpours, 22–27°C, and high humidity. Pack a compact travel umbrella and waterproof footwear — canvas shoes will stay wet for days.
Live City Briefing — Mysuru
- Mysuru's KSRTC bus stand has shifted temporary shelters during the new terminal construction; check the board for route changes to Ooty and Bangalore.
- The Mysore Palace sound-and-light show is suspended for monsoon maintenance until August 2026 — skip the evening queue.
- Due to heavy rains in early July, Chamundi Hill Road has intermittent rockfall closures; inquire at the tourist office before driving up.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Boys' Hostel (Old Block), here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor. These floors sit above street-level noise but are low enough to use stairs quickly if the lift is busy. They also avoid potential roof-level heat or maintenance noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the ground floor (noisy from entrance, lobby traffic, and street-facing windows; also less secure). The top floor may be hotter and nearer to any rooftop equipment or water tanks.
Best views
Rooms on the front side (facing the street) have a view of Mysuru's neighbourhood activity; rear-side rooms look over the hostel courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Neither is scenic, but the front offers daylight and a sense of the city.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors are generally quietest — further from the entrance and street, and not yet at the top where lift machinery or roof activity can be heard.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a Mysuru road, which means auto-rickshaw and scooter noise during the day (7am–9pm), with quieter nights in residential areas. No bar or club on-site, so no late-night party noise.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the old hostel block has limited front-desk staff. 2) Ask for a room on the opposite side from the lift shaft to avoid mechanical hum, especially if you're a light sleeper.
- 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 — Boys' Hostel (Old Block)
Free wifi (2 Mbps shared), requires login via room number; no paid tier available; drops frequently during peak hours (19:00–22:00)
No lift; stairs-only access to all floors (old block building)
No digital newsstand; one complimentary physical Times of India newspaper at breakfast table (limited copies)
Standard check-in 12:00; early bag-drop allowed 09:00; late check-out fee of INR 200 until 18:00, subject to availability
Free storage at front desk during lunch hours (12:00–14:00); outside those hours ask security guard
No step-free access; main entrance has three steps; no wheelchair entry; narrow corridors; essentially inaccessible to guests with mobility needs
No on-site or valet parking; nearest public car park is Mysore Palace parking lot (INR 50 per 24h, 5-min walk); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental card hold at check-in (cash-only for extras)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Durga Temple (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Lakshmi Narasimhaswamy Temple (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: Raghavendra Swamy Temple (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: Raghavendra Swamy Temple (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Government Shopping Complex — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Kukkarahalli Lake Park — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
University Folklore Museum — 226 m · ~3 min walk
B.M.Shri. Auditorium — 482 m · ~6 min walk
RIE ground — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
State Bank of India ATM — 318 m · ~4 min walk
Chamarajapuram — 3.1 km · ~39 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Authorised money changers and banks in the city centre give fair rates; avoid exchanging at the airport or hotels, where rates are poor and fees high.
Credit/debit cards accepted in most mid-range shops, hotels, and restaurants, but smaller eateries and auto-rickshaws prefer cash. Contactless is rare; mobile pay via UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe) is very common.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service charge not already added. Taxis: round up or 20-50 INR. Hotel staff: 20-50 INR for porters/cleaning.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a local darshini (stand-up eatery) costs about 15-25 INR. Tea is even cheaper.
A thali (rice, dal, vegetables, curd) at a basic restaurant runs 80-150 INR and is filling.
A main dish at a modest South Indian café or roti place costs 60-120 INR.
Food streets around Devaraja Market and near Mysore Palace sell dosas, vadas, and chaat for 10-40 INR per item.
Supermarket chains like Reliance Fresh, More, and small local kirana stores are common; prices are low.
Devaraja Market and nearby commercial streets have budget textiles and ready-made clothes; bargaining expected.
City buses cost 5-20 INR per ride; auto-rickshaws charge 50-100 INR for short trips. From the airport, take the KSRTC bus to town (~100 INR) instead of a taxi.
Eat at darshini-style eateries for cheap meals. Use buses or walk rather than auto-rickshaws. Shop for souvenirs at government emporiums instead of tourist stalls.
Good to know — Mysuru
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.38 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mysuru, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · State Bank of India ATM — 318 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Mysuru → Pai Vista
💡 Ola and Uber work well within Mysuru. For Pai Vista, always set destination as 'Pai Vista Hotel, Nazarbad'. Avoid peak auto-rickshaw hours (6-7 PM) when demand spikes. Auto drivers often quote ₹100 for a ₹40 trip – use Ola Auto.
KSR Bengaluru Railway Station (12 km from airport) → Mysuru Railway Station (2 km from Pai Vista)
💡 Do not use for airport transfer – you first need a ₹300-₹400 taxi to city station. Only useful if combining with a Bangalore stop. But for local city use: auto from station to Pai Vista costs ₹30.
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) → Pai Vista Mysuru
💡 Book at the prepaid counter inside arrivals. Avoid touts outside. You can also haggle with drivers on the SpotnEase app for about ₹2500-₹2800 if you book ahead.
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) → Mysuru Bus Stand (4 km from Pai Vista)
💡 The Airavata Club Class (Volvo multi-axle) stops at the airport's bus bay. Get off at Mysore City Bus Stand, then take an auto-rickshaw (₹50-₹80) to Pai Vista. Avoid the cheaper 'Rajahamsa' if you have luggage.
About Mysuru
Wikipedia ↗National Highway 275 (NH-275), also commonly referred to as Bengaluru–Mysuru access-controlled Expressway, part of the Bengaluru–Mangaluru Economic Corridor (EC-34), is a national highway that starts from Bengaluru and goes through Mysuru as a 6-lane expressway of 119 km (74 mi), and again as 4-lane...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor. These floors sit above street-level noise but are low enough to use stairs quickly if the lift is busy. They also avoid potential roof-level heat or maintenance noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
Avoid the ground floor (noisy from entrance, lobby traffic, and street-facing windows; also less secure). The top floor may be hotter and nearer to any rooftop equipment or water tanks.
Is Boys' Hostel (Old Block) noisy?
The hotel is on a Mysuru road, which means auto-rickshaw and scooter noise during the day (7am–9pm), with quieter nights in residential areas. No bar or club on-site, so no late-night party noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
Rooms on the front side (facing the street) have a view of Mysuru's neighbourhood activity; rear-side rooms look over the hostel courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Neither is scenic, but the front offers daylight and a sense of the city.
What are insider tips for staying at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
1) Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting — the old hostel block has limited front-desk staff. 2) Ask for a room on the opposite side from the lift shaft to avoid mechanical hum, especially if you're a light sleeper.
What time is check-in at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
Check-in at Boys' Hostel (Old Block) is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Boys' Hostel (Old Block) have Wi-Fi?
Free wifi (2 Mbps shared), requires login via room number; no paid tier available; drops frequently during peak hours (19:00–22:00)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
A thali (rice, dal, vegetables, curd) at a basic restaurant runs 80-150 INR and is filling.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Boys' Hostel (Old Block)?
City buses cost 5-20 INR per ride; auto-rickshaws charge 50-100 INR for short trips. From the airport, take the KSRTC bus to town (~100 INR) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Mysuru?
October to February: cool, dry weather (15–28°C), clear skies, and the city is lively but not chaotic. Post-monsoon greenery makes the palace gardens and Chamundi Hill walks pleasant.
Top Attractions in Mysuru
💡 Climb the 1,000 steps at sunrise to avoid crowds and heat; carry water and a hat. The temple entrance itself is free, but parking costs ₹200.
💡 Entry is cheap (₹100 for adults); skip the audio guide and just wander the main halls quietly when it's not crowded, early morning or late afternoon.
💡 Entry is ₹20 for adults; arrive by 5 PM to see the gardens in daylight, then stay for the 7 PM sound-and-light show. Avoid weekends due to crowds.
💡 Entry is ₹30; the highlight is the Maharani's saloon carriage. Go on a weekday morning to have the place nearly to yourself.
💡 Entry is ₹30; bring binoculars to spot migratory birds from October to March. The walkway is shaded and pleasant in late afternoon.