Karnataka & Bengaluru - South India and Kerala - page 435

OUT OF HARM'S WAY

Hampi Bazaar is an extremely safe area, but do not wander around the ruins after dark or alone. It's a dangerous
terrain to get lost in; long-time guides have even sighted sloth bears prowling around Vittala Temple at night!
Local laws require all foreign travellers to report to the police station with their passports upon arrival, and no-
tify the authorities about their proposed duration of stay.

Sleeping
Most guesthouses are cosy family-run digs, perfect for the budget traveller. A handful of
places also have larger, more-comfortable rooms with air-con and TV. If you're needing
something more comfortable, Hospet has more upmarket options.

4 Hampi Bazaar

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Padma Guest House
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( 241331; [e-mail] ; d from ?500-800, with AC from ?1600; ) In a quiet corner of
Hampi Bazaar, the astute and amiable Padma has basic but squeaky-clean rooms and is a
pleasant deviation from Hampi's usual offerings. Those on the 1st floor have good views
of the Virupaksha Temple, while new rooms have creature comforts of TV and air-con.
There's free wi-fi downstairs.

Archana Guest House
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( 241547; [e-mail] ; d from ?500, with AC ?1200; ) At the end of a lane on the
riverfront, quiet and cheerful Archana is another friendly family-run affair, that makes for
a fantastic budget choice. Decent rooms are painted in vivid purple and green, and there's
a lovely rooftop hangout.

Pushpa Guest House
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( 9948795120; [e-mail] ; d from ?750, with AC from ?1100; ) A top all-round op-
tion, Pushpa is a bit pricier than others, but it gets you a comfortable room and an ex-

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