Discovering which hotels with free breakfast in Mysore actually serve edible food took three disappointing stays before finding Hotel Pai Vista’s spectacular spread – their 7 AM buffet includes live dosa counter, three chutneys, sambar, upma, kesari bath, fresh fruits, and proper filter coffee, not the instant powder most hotels pass off. At 2,800 per night, the breakfast alone worth 450 makes their effective rate 2,350, beating similar hotels charging 2,500 without meals.
Best Hotels with Breakfast Buffets
Radisson Blu Plaza Mysore sets the breakfast standard with 45 items including live counters for dosa, eggs, and waffles. Their 6:30 AM start helps early temple visitors. The 5,500 room rate seems steep until you factor in breakfast worth 750 at their restaurant prices. Continental and Chinese options alongside South Indian ensure everyone finds something.
Royal Orchid Metropole’s heritage dining room serves breakfast 7-10:30 AM with extended Sunday timing until 11 AM. Their 4,200 rate includes the famous Mysore masala dosa you’d pay 280 for separately. The colonial-era setting with garden views makes morning meals memorable. Special diet requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Fortune JP Palace surprises with quality despite 3,200 moderate pricing. Their breakfast includes fresh juice (not packaged), egg preparations to order, and local specialties like ragi mudde on request. The 6 AM opening suits business travelers catching morning flights.
Budget Hotels Free Breakfast Mysore
Hotel Vyshak near bus stand charges 1,800 including simple but filling breakfast – idli, vada, dosa with chutneys, sambar, coffee. Starts 7:30 AM, enough variety for the price point. Their kesari bath on Fridays brings repeat guests specifically for breakfast.
Maurya Residency (1,600) provides basic South Indian breakfast 7-9:30 AM. Limited variety – alternating idli/dosa daily, but unlimited quantities. Coffee refills without asking. Toast-butter-jam available for North Indian guests. Not fancy but satisfies hunger before sightseeing.
Kings Kourt Hotel technically includes breakfast at 2,200 rate but disappointingly provides only toast, eggs, and instant coffee. However, their location near Mylari Dosa makes up for poor breakfast – walk 5 minutes for city’s best 40 dosa instead.
South Indian Breakfast Specialists
Hotel Dasaprakash lives up to its restaurant reputation with breakfast included in 2,400 room rate. Their morning spread features different items daily – Monday masala dosa, Tuesday rava idli, Wednesday akki rotti, Thursday set dosa, Friday upma, Saturday puri bhaji, Sunday special thatte idli. Filter coffee unlimited, preparing fresh every 30 minutes.
Sandesh The Prince (2,800) focuses on Karnataka cuisine for breakfast. Ragi dosa, neer dosa, Mangalore buns rotate weekly. Their coconut chutney ground fresh each morning beats packaged versions elsewhere. Breakfast timing 6:30-10 AM accommodates different wake times.
Green Hotel’s organic breakfast justifies 3,500 rates. Ingredients from their farm, millet-based options, jaggery instead of sugar. Health-conscious travelers appreciate pesticide-free vegetables in upma, sambar. Limited quantity but exceptional quality.
Hotels with Continental Breakfast
Grand Mercure emphasizes continental despite Mysore location. Croissants, Danish pastries, cold cuts, cheese selection included in 4,000 rate. Indian options available but clearly secondary. Good for international tourists missing Western breakfast.
Regaalis provides mixed breakfast – South Indian plus continental basics. Their 3,200 rate includes eggs benedict on request, unusual for Mysore. Fresh bread from local German bakery. Muesli, yogurt, fruits for health-conscious guests.
Southern Star’s breakfast buffet (3,800 room rate) balances both cuisines equally. Pancakes with maple syrup alongside masala dosa. Problem: trying to excel at everything, mastering nothing. Jack of all trades approach disappoints purists.
Early Morning Breakfast Options
Hotel Pai Vista starts breakfast 5:30 AM for Chamundi Hills visitors. Packed breakfast boxes available for 4 AM departures. Simple but thoughtful – sandwiches, fruits, juice, avoiding messy Indian items for travel.
Fortune JP Palace provides 24-hour breakfast for odd-hour arrivals/departures. Limited menu post-10 PM but dosa/idli available anytime. Helpful for international travelers battling jet lag.
Ginger Hotel near ring road opens breakfast 5 AM for highway travelers. Quick service prioritized over variety. Pre-ordered packed breakfast ready in 10 minutes. Suits road trippers starting early.
Hotels Free Breakfast Mysore Families
Le Ruchi The Prince designs kid-friendly breakfast in 3,500 family packages. Chocolate dosa, cheese uttapam, fresh fruit bowls keep children happy. Regular items for adults. High chairs, kid-safe cutlery provided.
Hotel Roopa includes children’s breakfast free when sharing parents’ room. 2,800 for double occupancy feeds family of four at breakfast. Servers patient with kids’ special requests. Milk separately boiled for infant feeding.
Park Lane Hotel’s family breakfast deal: kids under 5 free, under 12 half-price. Adult rate 2,500 includes breakfast worth 350. Family of four effectively pays 3,250 total including meals versus 4,000 elsewhere.
Breakfast Quality vs Room Rates
1,500-2,000 hotels: Basic South Indian, 3-4 items, functional not fancy. Coffee usually instant powder. Quantity limited.
2,000-3,000 hotels: Better variety, 5-7 items, filter coffee standard. Live dosa counter sometimes. Fruits occasionally.
3,000-4,000 hotels: Extensive spread, live counters, fresh juices. Continental options appear. Quality ingredients noticeable.
4,000+ hotels: International standards, 20+ items, special dietary options. Presentation matters. Service exceptional.
Hidden Breakfast Charges
Some hotels claim “breakfast included” but mean continental only – 200 extra for Indian options. Others limit quantity – one dosa included, second costs 100. Fresh juice often excluded, only packaged drinks free. Verify exactly what’s included.
Room-only rates seem cheaper but add 300-500 for breakfast. Packages including breakfast often save money overall. Calculate total cost, not just room rate. Off-season breakfast prices drop 30% but room rates decrease 40% – do the math.
Alternative Breakfast Arrangements
Hotels without breakfast sometimes neighbor excellent restaurants. Hotel Maurya Palace lacks breakfast but adjoining Vinayaka Military Hotel serves legendary 60 meals from 6 AM. Net savings despite paying separately.
Service apartments provide kitchens for self-preparation. 2,000 nightly plus 100 groceries feeds family of four better than hotel breakfast. Suitable for dietary restrictions, long stays.
Breakfast for Special Diets
Jain breakfast available at Sandesh The Prince, Green Hotel with advance notice. No onion/garlic/potato in preparations. Limited options but accommodating.
Vegan options expanding – Radisson, Fortune offer soy milk, dairy-free items. Most South Indian breakfast naturally vegan except ghee in dosa.
Diabetic-friendly breakfast at Fortune, Regaalis – sugar-free beverages, whole grain options, fruits portioned appropriately.
Check our complete hotel dining guide for dinner options. Visit TripAdvisor Mysore hotels for breakfast reviews and photos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Mysore hotel has best free breakfast?
Radisson Blu Plaza wins with 45-item spread including live counters. Hotel Pai Vista offers best value at 2,800 with excellent South Indian spread. Budget winner: Hotel Dasaprakash at 2,400.
What time is breakfast served in Mysore hotels?
Standard timing: 7-10 AM. Early options: Pai Vista 5:30 AM, Fortune 24-hours. Extended: Royal Orchid until 11 AM Sundays. Confirm specific hotel timings.
Do hotels charge for children’s breakfast?
Varies widely. Under 5 usually free. Ages 5-12 typically 50% charge. Some hotels include children free when sharing parents’ room. Always verify during booking.
Can hotels accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, with advance notice. Jain, vegan, gluten-free possible at premium hotels. Budget properties struggle with special requirements. Inform while booking, not at breakfast.
Is continental breakfast available everywhere?
No, budget hotels serve only South Indian. 3,000+ properties offer continental options. International chains emphasize Western choices. Local hotels focus on regional cuisine.
Published: January 2025 | Best breakfast: 7-9 AM timing