In secluded, tree-shaded grounds off Hwy 32, 12km south of the temple, Aranyawas has 20 attractive rooms in two-storey stone cottages. They aren’t fancy, but are spacious, neat and tasteful, with pine furnishings and, in most cases, balconies overlooking a river and jungle-clad hills. There’s a large pool inspired by baori (step-wells), surrounded by trees, and a bonfire for evening drinks in winter.
The restaurant (mains ₹250 to ₹350, buffet lunch or dinner ₹550) is a lovely place to stop for a meal and is open to nonguests as well.