Beehive Hostel

Top choice in Mysuru (Mysore)


A near-serene location in huge lawned grounds makes this great new hostel a very tranquil base for travellers weary of urban India. The grand yellow villa has excellent facilities, with four private rooms, three dorms, a small library, a guests' kitchen and ample space to socialise. Located 6km south of the city centre.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Mysuru (Mysore) attractions

1. Chamundi Hill

1.86 MILES

This 1062m hill is crowned with the Sri Chamundeswari Temple. It’s a fine half-day excursion, offering spectacular views of the city below. Queues are…

2. Sri Chamundeswari Temple

1.92 MILES

At the summit of Chamundi Hill, the striking Sri Chamundeswari Temple is dominated by a towering 40m-high gopuram (entrance gateway).

4. Mysuru Palace

3.03 MILES

The second-most-visited sight in India (after the Taj Mahal), this palace is among the very grandest of India’s royal buildings and was the seat of the…

5. Jaganmohan Palace

3.1 MILES

Built in 1861 as the royal auditorium, this stunning palace just west of Mysuru Palace houses the Jayachamarajendra Art Gallery. Set over three floors, it…

6. Mysuru Zoo

3.13 MILES

A well-managed zoo set in pretty gardens. Highlights include white tigers, lowland gorillas, giraffes, African elephants, chimpanzees and rhinos. It’s…

7. Silver Jubilee Clock Tower

3.35 MILES

Facing the north gate of Mysuru Palace, this striking clock tower dates from 1927. Constructed in Indo-Saracenic style, it's 24m tall and its clock face…

8. Karanji Lake Nature Park

3.36 MILES

This well-maintained nature park is the place to spy on various bird species, including herons, rose-ringed parakeets and painted storks, and many…