The Serai Bandipur

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star resort with spa

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Outdoor pool
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Free daily buffet breakfast
International cuisine
Poolside bar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Kaniyanpura Village, Mangala Post, Gundlupet Taluk, Bandipur, Gundlupet, Karnataka, 571126
  • Place, Doddabetta Peak
  • Place, Bandipur National Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Courtyard

  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Log Hut

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Residence

  • 735 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bandipur

In Gundlupet .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Bandipur National Park and 9 miles (15 km) of Mudumalai National Park. Theppakadu Elephant Camp is within 12 miles (20 km) and Maravakandy Dam is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Bandipur National Park - 22 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple - 39 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • Needle Rock View Point - 51 min drive - 30.6 miles

Getting around

  • Ooty Udhagamandalam Station - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Safari Garden Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sanctuary - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kongu Bar - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Indira Mess - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Star Tea Garden - ‬27 min drive

About this property

The Serai Bandipur

Luxurious 5-star resort with spa
The Serai Bandipur offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. A fitness center, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury The Serai Bandipur. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Gundlupet resort is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Serai Bandipur offers 24 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Oma has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Serai Bandipur

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for INR 3540.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 5900
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: INR 2950 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: INR 16520
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: INR 8260 (from 6 to 12 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: INR 3540.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Serai Bandipur Hotel
Serai Bandipur Resort Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Karnataka
Serai Bandipur Gundlupet
Serai Banpur Resort Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Resort
The Serai Bandipur Gundlupet
The Serai Bandipur Resort Gundlupet

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Serai Bandipur to the airport?

The Serai Bandipur is 127.8 mi (298-min drive) away from the Coimbatore (CJB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Serai Bandipur?

As of Nov 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Serai Bandipur on Dec 17, 2025 start from $199.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Serai Bandipur have an airport shuttle?

The Serai Bandipur offers an airport shuttle.

Does The Serai Bandipur offer free breakfast?

The Serai Bandipur offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Serai Bandipur?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at The Serai Bandipur?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM.

Is there free parking at The Serai Bandipur?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does The Serai Bandipur have a pool?

The Serai Bandipur features an outdoor pool.

Does The Serai Bandipur have a restaurant?

The Serai Bandipur is home to Sanctuary, which features international cuisine.

Does The Serai Bandipur have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Oma, where you can enjoy facials, body scrubs, and body treatments.

How close is The Serai Bandipur to downtown Gundlupet?

The Serai Bandipur is 2.8 mi away from Bandipur.