Planning a temple trip in Karnataka goes smoother when your room is confirmed before you leave. Karnataka temple accommodation is the state government’s online system for booking guest house rooms near major shrines like Kollur, Kukke Subrahmanya, Chamundeshwari Hill and Tirumala.
The portal is simple, but the rules are strict. Most problems at check-in come from small details: wrong dates, the wrong ID, or a booking made on a fake website. This guide covers the official portal, the booking steps, documents, temple wise details, contact numbers and the refund rules in plain language.
Quick facts
- Official portal: karnatakatemplesaccommodation.com
- Run by: Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments (KHRICE) Department
- Booking limit: 1 room per registered user, for a maximum of 2 days
- Refunds: none for normal cancellations
- Payment: only through the payment gateway on the official website
- Help line (Bengaluru): 080 2670 9689
Is Karnataka Temple Accommodation Genuine?
Short answer: Yes. Karnataka temple accommodation is a genuine government service, and karnatakatemplesaccommodation.com is its official website.
The portal carries a 2026 copyright notice from the Government of Karnataka, KHRICE Department. The Commissioner’s office is listed in Bengaluru at Minto Sri Anjaneya Bhavan, AV Road, Chamarajpet. News reports back this up too. When a fake copy of the site appeared, the Executive Officer of the Sri Mookambika Temple named this exact address as the temple’s official accommodation website in a police complaint.
The rooms are real guest houses owned by the temples. Lalithambika Guest House at Kollur and Anagha Guest House at Kukke are two examples. Each temple page lists a local phone number, so you can call and confirm a room before you pay.
How to Spot Fake Booking Sites
Fake sites are the biggest risk for pilgrims. They copy logos, use names like “Karnataka Temple Accommodation” and collect advance payments for rooms that do not exist.
A case reported by Deccan Herald shows how it works. A duplicate site used the official name and offered Lalithambika Guest House rooms. Devotees were reportedly asked to pay through PhonePe QR codes shared on WhatsApp and then received fake receipts. Similar cases involving fake Kollur and Kukke websites have been reported over the years, so the risk is not new.
Watch for these red flags:
- The web address is not karnatakatemplesaccommodation.com.
- Someone asks you to pay through a QR code, a personal mobile number or a personal UPI ID.
- A social media page or WhatsApp contact offers rooms “on request” or at a special rate.
- The site promises full refunds. The official portal says there are none.
- No temple office address or landline number is shown.
- The receipt has no booking ID, or it does not match the email the portal sends.
Safe habits that protect you:
- Type the web address yourself. Do not tap sponsored ads.
- Pay only on the payment gateway page of the official site.
- Call the temple office number listed on the official page and confirm your booking.
- Never share card details, OTPs or PINs with anyone who claims to be “temple staff”.
- If you were cheated, report it at cybercrime.gov.in or call 1930, the national cyber crime helpline.
One more point causes confusion. The Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) runs its own Mayura hotels and tour packages on a separate website. It has also posted a notice that it filed a police complaint against fake online sites. KSTDC and the temple accommodation portal are two different systems with different rules.
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Karnataka Temple Accommodation Online Booking
The online system works on a first come basis. Rooms at popular temples fill fast around weekends, festivals and school holidays. Book as early as your travel dates allow.
The portal is available in English and Kannada. You can browse temples, room types and descriptions without an account. You need to log in only when you are ready to book.
Step-by-Step Booking Process
Here is how to book a room:
- Open karnatakatemplesaccommodation.com in your browser. Choose English or Kannada.
- Click Sign up, or log in if you already have an account.
- Pick your temple from the list.
- Choose the room type, check in date, check out date, and the number of adults and children.
- For Tirumala, select whether you are a resident of Karnataka.
- Upload your ID proof wherever the portal asks for it.
- Pay through the payment gateway.
- Wait for the confirmation email. It should reach you within about 5 minutes.
- Print the reservation and carry it with you.
Check in times differ by temple:
- Tirumala, Kollur and Mysuru: from 9:00 AM
- Kukke Subrahmanya: from 2:00 PM
- Checkout is until the same time on the next day
Tip: Check your dates twice before the payment step. You cannot change them later.
Documents Required for Booking
Keep these ready before you start:
- One original photo ID. You must show the same ID at entry that you used to book.
- Aadhaar copy for Tirumala. Upload it as JPG, JPEG, PNG or PDF, under 1 MB.
- A printout of your reservation. Keep a phone copy as a backup.
- Age proof for children, where needed.
- Cash for the caution deposit. You pay it to the guest house manager on arrival.
If the name on your ID does not match the name on the booking, you may be turned away at the gate. Book in the name of the person who will actually travel and carry the ID.
Karnataka Temple Accommodation App Guide
The portal lists an Android app on Google Play called Karnataka Temples Accommodation. Install it only through the link given on the official website. Before you tap install, check that the publisher details match what the website shows.
Do not confuse it with Namma Muzrai. The state launched Namma Muzrai in pilot form in 2024 for puja and service bookings, starting with the Banashankari Temple in Bengaluru. It is a different tool from the room booking portal.
App vs Website Booking
Both options use the same account, the same payment rules and the same no refund policy. The difference is convenience.
- Website: Best for comparing room types and reading each guest house description. It is also easier for uploading files like your Aadhaar copy.
- App: Handy for quick logins and for checking your reservation on the road.
A good plan is to book on the website, then keep the confirmation on your phone and on paper.
Karnataka Temple Accommodation Login Help
You do not need an account to browse. You need one to book. Registration is free. You can sign up with your name, email and phone number, or use the Google sign in button.
Remember these account rules:
- Each email and phone number can link to only one account.
- Use the Forgot Password link on the login box to reset your password. The portal sends an OTP or an email to help you set a new one.
- If login fails, clear your browser cache or try another browser.
- If you still cannot get in, call the Bengaluru help line at 080 2670 9689.
The portal is updated from time to time, so short service breaks can happen. Wait a little and try again, or call the help desk.
Full List of Temples Covered
The portal lists over a dozen sites. These include:
- Tirumala (Karnataka Pravasi Saudha)
- Chamundeshwari, Mysuru
- Kukke Subrahmanya
- Mookambika, Kollur
- Kadri Manjunatha, Mangaluru
- Srikanteshwara, Nanjangud
- Renuka Yellamma, Saundatti
- Ghati Subrahmanya
- Kengal Anjaneya
- Huligemma
- Mahishamardini, Neelavara
- Sugureshwara, Raichur
It also links a Karnataka choultry in Varanasi. New places get added over time, so check the portal for the current list.
Two names that pilgrims often search for are not on the government portal: Mantralayam and Dharmasthala. They run their own booking systems. Details are below.
Tirumala Karnataka Pravasi Saudha
This guest house sits on Ring Road, opposite the Tirumala Museum. It traces back to charities begun by the Mysore kings and now falls under KHRICE. Room blocks include Aihole non AC rooms, Halebeedu non AC rooms and Hampi AC suites.
Key rules:
- Only residents of Karnataka can book.
- Aadhaar is checked at check in as proof of residence.
- A non resident booking is cancelled with no refund.
- Some rooms are kept for offline booking.
- Phone: 94903 38426
Remember that darshan tickets come from TTD, not from this portal. Booking a room here does not give you a darshan slot.
Mookambika Temple Accommodation Kollur
Lalithambika Guest House is about 400 metres from the temple. It has 141 rooms, including suites, AC rooms, three bed rooms and double bed rooms. AC rooms have 24 hour hot water. Other rooms get hot water from 5 AM to 7 AM.
Jagadambika Guest House and a Yatri Nivas hall are also listed. The hall type suits groups of about 20 adults. Some rooms are for offline booking only.
Phone: 08254 200200
Kukke Subrahmanya Temple Accommodation
Two guest houses serve Kukke. Anagha has 108 rooms, split between double and triple bed rooms. Akshara has 27 rooms, with double bed and four bed options in AC and non AC. Both are about 300 metres from the main temple and near the KSRTC bus stand.
Phones: 08257 295403 for Anagha and 08257 295401 for Akshara.
If you plan to do the Sarpa Samskara puja, book it separately and match the dates carefully. The room booking and the puja booking are not linked.
Mantralayam Temple Accommodation
Mantralayam lies in Andhra Pradesh, not Karnataka. The Sri Raghavendra Swamy Matha runs its own guest houses. Its website says srsmatha.org is the only official site and warns against fraudulent copies. It offers online room booking and seva booking.
Use that site, not the Karnataka portal.
Dharmasthala Temple Accommodation
Dharmasthala has its own system run by the Kshetra. A travel source points to an online room booking page on shridharmasthala.org. Links can change, so confirm the current page through the temple’s official channels before you pay.
Dharmasthala is also known for serving free meals to very large crowds every day.
Chamundeshwari Temple Accommodation Mysuru
Two options appear on the portal:
- Sri Raja Rajeshwari Guest House: 20 rooms on Chamundi Hill, about 300 metres from the temple.
- Diwan Poornaiah Memorial Hall: 9 rooms on MG Road, plus a function hall and a dining hall. It charges extra for electricity, cleaning and 18 percent GST.
Phones: 0821 2590180 and 0821 2436644.
Room Types and Budget Breakdown
Exact tariffs show on the portal after you search by date. They change by temple and room type, so treat any fixed price on a blog with care. The portal is the only reliable source.
Here is how the room categories work:
- Non AC double rooms: The most common and usually the cheapest choice.
- Three and four bed rooms: Good for families of four or five.
- AC rooms and suites: Higher cost, with extras such as constant hot water.
- Halls and Yatri Nivas: Meant for large group stays.
Budget tips:
- Each room fits two adults and one child.
- Children under 12 stay free. Those aged 12 and above count as adults.
- Add the cash caution deposit to your budget.
- Add extra charges where listed, such as GST at the Mysuru hall.
- One registered user can book only one room. If your group is bigger, ask family members to register their own accounts.
Contact Numbers by City
These are the official numbers listed on the portal. Save them in your phone before you travel.
| City or temple | Phone |
| Bengaluru help line | 080 2670 9689 |
| Tirumala | 94903 38426 |
| Mysuru | 0821 2590180 |
| Kukke | 08257 295403 |
| Nanjanagudu | 08221 226245 |
| Belagavi | 8330 222242 |
| Mangaluru | 91108 39608 |
| Kollur | 08254 200200 |
| Ghati | 94486 14186 |
| Ramanagar | 080 29911639 |
| Koppal | 94837 61000 |
| Neelavara | 85490 61854 |
| Raichur | 09353060143 |
Always take numbers from the official portal. Numbers on random social media posts may lead you to scammers.
Refund and Cancellation Rules
Short answer: There is no refund and no cancellation for normal bookings on the Karnataka temple accommodation portal.
This is the rule most pilgrims miss. The temple pages state that postponing or advancing a booking is also not allowed. The refund policy page says refunds are not granted unless the law requires it. The Kukke page adds that the temple is not responsible for wrong dates.
There is one listed exception. If the government faces an emergency and cancels bookings, the money is refunded.
Before you pay:
- Double check your dates.
- Match your stay to any puja or darshan slot.
- Confirm the temple name and the room type.
- For Tirumala, confirm that you are a Karnataka resident with valid Aadhaar.
If your plans are not fixed, consider waiting to book. Private hotels often offer free cancellation, but this portal does not.
Best Time to Visit Karnataka Temples
- October to February: Cooler weather. It suits most temples and walking between shrines.
- March to May: Hot inland. Plan darshan early in the morning.
- June to September: Heavy rain on the coast, which affects Kollur and Kukke. Ghat roads can be slow.
- Festival periods: Mysuru is busiest during Dasara in autumn. Kukke sees large crowds at Subrahmanya Shasti. Book rooms well ahead.
For fewer crowds, choose weekdays over weekends.
How to Reach by Transport
- Mysuru (Chamundi Hill): About 13 km from Mysuru city. Take a taxi, a bus or an auto.
- Kukke Subrahmanya: Reach it by road from Mangaluru or Bengaluru. Subrahmanya Road is the nearest railway station. The guest houses are near the bus stand.
- Kollur: The nearest rail stop is Mookambika Road Byndoor on the Konkan line. Buses run from Udupi and Mangaluru.
- Tirumala: Go to Tirupati by train or air, then take a bus or taxi up the hill.
- Mantralayam: Mantralayam Road is the nearest railway stop. Buses link it with Raichur and nearby towns.
- Dharmasthala: Mangaluru is the nearest major city and airport. State buses run to the town.
Local Food Near Temple Stays
Food rules matter here. The portal says no food should be carried into the rooms.
- Kukke: Simple meals from the temple kitchen and nearby hotels.
- Kollur: Udupi style vegetarian meals and dosa breakfasts.
- Mysuru: Try Mysore pak and fresh masala dosa in the city.
- Dharmasthala: The temple serves a free meal to visitors.
- Mantralayam: Dining halls near the Matha serve a vegetarian thali.
- Tirumala: Annaprasadam and the famous laddu prasadam through TTD.
Most temple towns serve mainly vegetarian food. Eat at clean, busy places.
Packing Tips for Pilgrims
The portal asks devotees to wear traditional dress. Men can wear a dhoti, shirt, kurta, pyjama or pant. Women can wear a saree, half saree or churidar with dupatta.
Pack these:
- Original photo ID and a printed booking
- Cash for the caution deposit
- Traditional clothes, plus a spare set
- Slip on footwear, since shoes are not allowed in queues or temples
- Umbrella or raincoat for coastal trips
- Power bank, torch and a small lock
- Basic medicines and a water bottle
- A light shawl for cold mornings on hills
Hidden Gems Near Karnataka Temples
- Kukke Subrahmanya: Kumara Parvata, Biladwara Cave and the Hosaligamma shrine.
- Kollur: Kodachadri Hill, Arasinagundi Falls, Anejari Butterfly Camp and Sigandoor Temple.
- Mysuru: Mysore Palace is about 500 metres from Diwan Poornaiah Hall. The zoo is close too.
- Dharmasthala: The Manjusha Museum is a calm stop between darshan visits.
- Mantralayam: The Panchamukhi Anjaneya shrine and the Tungabhadra riverbank.
- Tirumala: Silathoranam, a rare natural rock arch, is worth a short visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Karnataka temple accommodation safe to book online?
Yes, if you use karnatakatemplesaccommodation.com and pay only through its gateway. Never send money to personal numbers or QR codes.
Can people from other states book Karnataka temple rooms?
Rules differ by temple. Tirumala Pravasi Saudha is only for Karnataka residents, and Aadhaar is checked at check in.
How many rooms can I book at one time?
A registered user can book 1 room for a maximum of 2 days.
Can I cancel and get a refund?
No. All bookings are final, except when the government cancels bookings in an emergency.
Are Mantralayam and Dharmasthala bookable on the Karnataka portal?
No. Mantralayam uses srsmatha.org, and Dharmasthala runs its own booking through the Kshetra.
Conclusion
Karnataka temple accommodation is a trusted, low cost way to stay near major shrines. The key is to use the official portal, read the rules before paying and carry the right documents.
Book early, match your dates carefully and keep a printed copy of your reservation. Save the help line numbers in your phone before you travel. With a confirmed room and the right papers, you can focus on darshan and a peaceful journey.
Wei Zhang is the admin of Magazinereflex.com, a travel-focused website dedicated to exploring destinations, sharing travel tips, and inspiring memorable adventures. With a passion for discovering new places and learning about different cultures, Wei Zhang aims to provide readers with helpful travel guides, destination insights, and practical advice to make their journeys more enjoyable. His goal is to inspire travelers to explore the world with confidence and curiosity.
