Book your Dasara weekend hotel deals before March 31 and save up to 35% on rooms that normally cost 8000 during the festival. The Southern Star on Vinoba Road offers Friday to Sunday packages at 3500 per night, including breakfast for two and free parking. Walk to the palace in just 12 minutes from here, or take an auto for 40.
Weekend Package Rates at Top Dasara Hotels
The Radisson Blu Plaza near Balarama Gate has special weekend rates starting at 5200 for Friday-Sunday stays booked 60 days in advance. Their regular Dasara price shoots up to 9500. Contact them directly at 0821-4255555 before 5 PM on weekdays for better rates. The sales manager Priya often throws in complimentary dinner if you book 3 nights.
Hotel Roopa on JLB Road, just 800 meters from the main procession route, offers weekend packages at 2800 including breakfast. Their rooftop gives you a partial view of the Jumboo Savari procession on Vijayadashami day. Book room numbers 401-406 for the best angle. The hotel fills up by August 15 every year.
Early Bird Discounts for Dasara Weekend Hotel Deals
Fortune JP Palace in Nazarbad Circle launches their weekend deals on January 26 each year. Book before February 28 to get rooms at 4500 that later cost 7800. Their package includes airport pickup from Bangalore (normally 3500), breakfast buffet, and two Dasara exhibition entrance tickets worth 120 each. Call 0821-4252222 and ask for the “Republic Day Dasara Offer”.
The Sandesh Pride on Bangalore-Nilgiri Road has a unique weekend deal structure. Book any Friday in February or March, and lock in 3200 rates for Dasara weekends. Manager Rajesh (9845123456) confirms they honor these advance bookings even when walk-in rates hit 6500 during peak Dasara dates.
Which Hotels Give Maximum Weekend Benefits
Grand Mercure on the ring road includes free Chamundi Hill temple drop and pickup (saves 600 on taxi) with their weekend packages. Their 6800 deal also covers high tea during the cultural programs at Jaganmohan Palace. The 15-minute drive to city center is the only downside, but they run shuttles every hour from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Silent Shores Resort, though 16 km from the city on KRS Road, offers weekend packages at 3000 with unlimited meals. During Dasara, they arrange group tours to the palace at 6 PM for the lighting ceremony. The KSRTC bus number 201 stops right outside and takes 35 minutes to reach the palace (18 ticket).
Booking Strategy for Best Weekend Rates
Call hotels directly between 2-4 PM on weekdays when managers are available. Online rates on MakeMyTrip and Booking.com are always 20-30% higher than direct bookings. The Regaalis Hotel manager Suresh (0821-4255566) admits they keep aside 40% rooms for direct bookings at lower rates.
Pay 50% advance by March to lock in rates. Hotels like The Windflower and Royal Orchid allow free cancellation until September 1 if you book before March. After September 1, all bookings become non-refundable. Keep the physical receipt – during Dasara, hotels sometimes “lose” booking records of low-rate advance bookings.
Hidden Charges in Dasara Weekend Hotel Deals
Watch out for “festival surcharge” of 500-1000 per night that hotels add during billing. Clarks Inn and Hotel Pai Vista are known for this practice. Get the total amount including taxes in writing. The 18% GST on room rates above 2500 is often not mentioned in advertised prices.
Breakfast timing changes during Dasara – most hotels serve only until 9 AM instead of usual 10:30 AM. If you plan to watch the early morning cultural events, pack some MTR ready-to-eat breakfast from the shop near Gandhi Square (45 per packet).
Alternative Weekend Stay Options
Service apartments near Gokulam offer better weekend deals than hotels. Olive Service Apartments on 3rd Main charges 2500 per night for a 2BHK that accommodates 6 people. Split among friends, it comes to just 415 per person. They provide basic breakfast items and you have a kitchen to cook.
The Karnataka Tourism’s Hotel Mayura Yatri Nivas near the bus stand has weekend rates of 1800 for AC rooms. Book through their office on JLB Road, not online. Though basic, the location is unbeatable – 5 minute walk to the palace and right next to the suburban bus stand.
Transportation from Weekend Deal Hotels
Hotels on Hunsur Road look attractive with 2000 weekend rates but add 300-400 for every trip to the city center. The KSRTC buses are irregular on this route. Better to pay 1000 extra and stay near Hardinge Circle or Nazarbad where you can walk to most Dasara events.
Auto drivers near hotels quote 150 for distances that normally cost 60. Use the Ola/Uber app or walk 5 minutes away from the hotel to find honest drivers. The prepaid auto stand at suburban bus stand charges fixed rates – 80 to palace, 120 to Chamundi Hill, 100 to exhibition grounds.
Comparing Dasara Weekend Hotel Deals
Create a spreadsheet with total costs including room rate, taxes, transport to venues, and meals. A 2500 room in Srirangapatna (20 km away) becomes costlier than a 4000 room in Mysore city when you factor in 800 daily taxi costs. The Village Resort’s 2000 weekend deal sounds great until you realize they charge 500 for WiFi and 300 for AC usage.
Link to our complete Dasara hotel booking guide for more money-saving tips. Check Karnataka Tourism’s official site for government hotel options.
Last Minute Weekend Booking Tips
If booking after September 15, try Hotel Sandesh The Prince (0821-4001234) which keeps 10 rooms for spot bookings. Rates are high (6000) but at least available. The ISKCON guest house (0821-2514835) also keeps weekend rooms for devotees at 1500 but you need to show temple visit proof.
FAQs About Dasara Weekend Hotel Deals
When do Dasara weekend hotel deals end?
Most hotels stop weekend deal pricing by March 31. Some extend until April 30 but increase rates by 500-1000. Book before Republic Day (January 26) for maximum savings.
Can we get weekend deals for single night stays?
No, weekend packages require minimum 2 nights (Friday-Saturday or Saturday-Sunday). Single night bookings during Dasara cost 40% more than package rates.
Which hotels allow free cancellation on weekend deals?
Radisson Blu, Southern Star, and Fortune JP Palace allow free cancellation until September 1 on weekend packages booked before March. Others charge 25-50% cancellation fees.
Do weekend deals include Dasara event tickets?
Only Fortune JP Palace and Grand Mercure include event tickets. Others provide information but you must buy tickets separately at the venues.
Are weekend deals available for Vijayadashami day?
Vijayadashami (the last day) weekend packages cost 30-50% more than other Dasara weekends. Book these by February as they sell out fastest.
Published: February 14, 2025 | Next Update: March 2025 when new deals launch