🇮🇳 Mysuru, India
Hotel Viceroy
📍 Sri Harsha Road, Mysuru, 570001
Your stay — Hotel Viceroy
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The Property — Hotel Viceroy
Hotel Viceroy is a three-star business-and-leisure hotel on Jhansi Lakshmi Bai Road, a 10-minute walk from Mysore Palace. The lobby feels like a clean, mid-range airport lounge: polished granite floors, a small reception desk, and a few armchairs. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base near the city centre without frills. The USP is its location — you can walk to the palace and the Devaraja Market in under 15 minutes.
Chronicles of Mysuru
Mysuru (Mysore) was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947, ruled by the Wadiyar dynasty. The city’s architectural identity is defined by the Indo-Saracenic Mysore Palace, rebuilt in 1912 after a fire, and the neoclassical St. Philomena’s Church. Modern Mysuru is a clean, quiet city known for its silk, sandalwood, and the annual Dasara festival. It has retained a genteel, old-royal character with wide avenues and minimal high-rise development.
Best Time to Visit
Full Mysuru guide →Best months
September to October: post-monsoon greenery, cool evenings, and Dasara celebrations. Also January to February: clear skies, comfortable daytime temperatures (24-28°C).
Peak / festival surge
October (Dasara) is the busiest: the 10-day festival fills hotels at double normal rates. Arrive early if you must go then; otherwise avoid.
Budget shoulder season
March and early December: lower rates, still decent weather (March gets hot in the afternoons, but mornings are fine). Fewer tourists, easy palace entry.
Weather & packing
July is the monsoon's peak: expect daily downpours and 25-28°C humidity. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or umbrella — you will need it every afternoon.
Live City Briefing — Mysuru
- The Mysore Palace sound-and-light show is currently suspended due to renovation works on the palace grounds (check reopening before visiting).
- The city has introduced one-way traffic around the palace circle from June 2025 to reduce congestion — rickshaws may need longer routes.
- New direct overnight sleeper bus services from Bengaluru to Mysuru (KSRTC Airavata) started in early 2026, reducing travel time to under 3 hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Viceroy, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing away from Sri Harsha Road (courtyard or rear side). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within a comfortable climb if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms directly above the entrance or lobby; the lift and stairwell noise can carry. Also skip rooms on floor 1 near the service areas or kitchen, as odours and early-morning clatter are common in 3-star hotels.
Best views
Rooms facing away from Sri Harsha Road (courtyard) will offer a quieter outlook over the hotel’s garden or neighbouring buildings; not scenic, but restful. If you want city light, side-facing rooms may give a glimpse of the street without the direct din.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are typically quieter, being above the ground-floor bustle and below any rooftop bar or terrace that some hotels might have.
🔊 Noise notes
Sri Harsha Road is a main thoroughfare in central Mysuru, so auto-rickshaws and buses produce constant low-frequency noise until late evening. Delivery trucks may arrive early morning (around 6 AM) for the kitchen. The lift motor can be audible if your room adjoins the lift shaft; ask for a room further from it.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, park in the rear compound (if available) to avoid street-side scratches. 2. Check-in after 2 PM to secure a quiet wing room, as early check-ins often get leftovers near the lift.
- 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 — Hotel Viceroy
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for email and browsing (approx 10 Mbps). No login or tiered access.
One passenger lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Physical English and Kannada newspapers are available in the lobby each morning. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 12:00. Early bag drop from 08:00 allowed. Late check-out until 14:00 costs ₹500, after 14:00 a full night charged.
Complimentary at reception for same-day arrivals/departures. Overnight storage not offered.
No step-free main entrance (three steps). No wheelchair-accessible rooms. Guest lift is narrow and may not fit all wheelchairs.
On-site open parking for about 15 cars, free for guests. Nearest public car park is on Devraj Urs Road (₹30 for 12 hrs). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Mysuru has no separate city tax; 12% GST included in rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking. A refundable ₹1,000 incidental hold on a credit card or cash deposit at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Bartholemew's Church (157 m · ~2 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid-O-Makan Hazral (454 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Juma Masjid (699 m · ~9 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Sri Bhuvaneswara Temple (796 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Garuda Mall — 826 m · ~10 min walk
Kuppanna Park — 616 m · ~8 min walk
Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya — 551 m · ~7 min walk
Mysore Medical College Auditorium — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Corporation Bank ATM — 506 m · ~6 min walk
Sikander Medicals — 868 m · ~11 min walk
General Stores — 117 m · ~1 min walk
KSRTC Bus Station — 250 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or currency exchanges in Mysuru city centre; avoid high-street tourist bureaux and airport counters, which offer poor rates.
Cards accepted in most hotels, mid-range restaurants, and larger shops; small eateries, street stalls, and auto-rickshaws expect cash.
10% tip at mid-range restaurants only if service charge not added; round up taxi fares; small 50-100 INR tip for hotel porters/housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a local 'darshini' or south Indian café — about 15-25 INR.
A thali (rice, dal, vegetables, curry) at a budget restaurant — around 80-120 INR.
Main course like biryani or dosa at a no-frills eatery — about 60-100 INR.
Major chaat stalls and dosa stands along Sayyaji Rao Road and near Devaraja Market.
Reliance Fresh, More Supermarket, and local kirana shops on the main roads.
Affordable textiles and readymade garments at Cauvery Emporium (state handicrafts) and Devaraja Market.
Best is city bus (5-15 INR per ride) or daily bus pass around 60 INR; from airport, take the KSRTC airport bus (approx 250 INR).
Eat at local darshinis for breakfast/lunch instead of tourist-focused hotels; walk or use cycle rickshaws for short trips; always agree auto-rickshaw fare before boarding.
Good to know — Mysuru
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.24 · 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 Hotel Viceroy
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Corporation Bank ATM — 506 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Sikander Medicals — 868 m · ~11 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 Hotel Viceroy?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 facing away from Sri Harsha Road (courtyard or rear side). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within a comfortable climb if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Viceroy?
Avoid rooms directly above the entrance or lobby; the lift and stairwell noise can carry. Also skip rooms on floor 1 near the service areas or kitchen, as odours and early-morning clatter are common in 3-star hotels.
Is Hotel Viceroy noisy?
Sri Harsha Road is a main thoroughfare in central Mysuru, so auto-rickshaws and buses produce constant low-frequency noise until late evening. Delivery trucks may arrive early morning (around 6 AM) for the kitchen. The lift motor can be audible if your room adjoins the lift shaft; ask for a room further from it.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Viceroy?
Rooms facing away from Sri Harsha Road (courtyard) will offer a quieter outlook over the hotel’s garden or neighbouring buildings; not scenic, but restful. If you want city light, side-facing rooms may give a glimpse of the street without the direct din.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Viceroy?
1. If you arrive by car, park in the rear compound (if available) to avoid street-side scratches. 2. Check-in after 2 PM to secure a quiet wing room, as early check-ins often get leftovers near the lift.
What time is check-in at Hotel Viceroy?
Check-in at Hotel Viceroy is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Viceroy have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for email and browsing (approx 10 Mbps). No login or tiered access.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Viceroy?
None (Mysuru has no separate city tax; 12% GST included in rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Viceroy?
A thali (rice, dal, vegetables, curry) at a budget restaurant — around 80-120 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Viceroy?
Best is city bus (5-15 INR per ride) or daily bus pass around 60 INR; from airport, take the KSRTC airport bus (approx 250 INR).
When is the best time to visit Mysuru?
September to October: post-monsoon greenery, cool evenings, and Dasara celebrations. Also January to February: clear skies, comfortable daytime temperatures (24-28°C).
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.