Your stay — 18th Block
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Hotel Facilities — 18th Block
free Wi-Fi up to 100 Mbps; login via room key card
serves all floors; historic section on 3rd floor has some stairs-only rooms
no digital newsstand; physical newspapers available in lobby
24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 06:00; late check-out until 14:00 for Rs. 1000
available 24/7 with Rs. 50 per bag per day
step-free entrance; wheelchair accessible rooms; some historic rooms have limited wheelchair access due to narrow corridors
on-site parking available for Rs. 200 per night; nearest public car park at KSRTC Bus Stand (Rs. 150 per night); no EV charging stations
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Rs. 500 advance deposit + incidental Rs. 2000 card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Temple (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Venugopal Temple (851 m · ~11 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Temple Arbi falls (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
- Church: Christ Church (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Canara Mall — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
KMC Greens — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Dr. T. M. A. Pai Museum — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 531 m · ~7 min walk
Pratham Stores — 407 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Travellers can exchange money at the Udupi Bus Station, Udupi Railway Station, or at local money changers in the town, but be aware that rates may not be favorable at airports or tourist bureaux. It's better to exchange at a local bank or a private money changer.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted at major hotels, restaurants, and shops in Udupi, but cash is preferred at local eateries and street stalls. Contactless payments are not commonly accepted, but mobile payments like UPI are gaining popularity.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service, especially at restaurants. For taxi drivers, rounding up the fare or giving ₹10-20 is sufficient. Hotel staff can be tipped ₹20-50 for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of filter coffee can be found for ₹10-15 at a local café or street cart.
A masala dosa or idli at a local eatery costs around ₹20-30.
A thali meal at a mid-range restaurant can cost ₹50-70 for a main course.
Street food is abundant in the market areas of Udupi, especially around the temple and bus station.
Big Bazaar and Reliance Fresh are common supermarket chains in Udupi.
Affordable shopping can be found at the local market, particularly for traditional clothing and textiles.
The cheapest way to get around Udupi is by autorickshaw, which costs ₹20-30 for a short ride, or by bus, which costs ₹5-10 for a short distance. A day pass for buses costs ₹20.
Buy snacks and water from street vendors or local shops instead of tourist areas, avoid using ATMs at airports or tourist areas, and try to eat at local eateries and street stalls instead of restaurants for affordable meals.
Good to know — Udupi
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.44 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Udupi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at 18th Block
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 531 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Mangalore International Airport (IXE) → Hotel Karavali, Udupi
💡 Book at the prepaid counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Ask for an air-conditioned Indica or similar.
Mangalore Junction (MAJN) → Udupi Station (UD)
💡 Use the unreserved general compartment for short hops. Walk or take an auto-rickshaw (₹50) from Udupi station to the hotel.
Udupi City Bus Stand → Hotel Karavali
💡 Flag a shared auto (green board) for ₹10 per person. For a private ride, agree the fare before getting in – locals pay ₹40-50 for this short trip.
Mangalore Bus Stand (State Bank) → Udupi Bus Stand (City)
💡 Get off at ‘Udupi City Bus Stand’, not the new one outside town. Hotel Karavali is a 5-minute walk east.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at 18th Block?
Check-in at 18th Block is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does 18th Block have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi up to 100 Mbps; login via room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at 18th Block?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near 18th Block?
A masala dosa or idli at a local eatery costs around ₹20-30.
What is the cheapest way to get around from 18th Block?
The cheapest way to get around Udupi is by autorickshaw, which costs ₹20-30 for a short ride, or by bus, which costs ₹5-10 for a short distance. A day pass for buses costs ₹20.
Top Attractions in Udupi
💡 Visit between 5:30 and 6:30 AM for the morning puja when the temple is quiet and you can see the priests prepare offerings.
💡 Come early morning (6-7 AM) to see the street before shops open — the old architecture is more visible, and you can watch temple elephants being walked.
💡 The carvings on the outer pillars are better than those inside — look for the mythical animal sculptures along the base.
💡 Walk to the northern end past the boat jetty for fewer crowds and better shell collecting. Avoid peak weekends when it gets packed with locals.
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room — it has a collection of 18th-century wooden temple carvings not on public display elsewhere. Entry is ₹10.