The KSRTC conductor at platform 12 knows every hotel in the area – “Sir, Kairali Lodge opens at 3 AM for Chennai bus passengers.” Standing at Mysuru City Bus Stand at midnight, you can see windows of 17 hotels within 500 meters. After checking out 28 hotels near both City and Suburban bus stands, here’s where to crash between bus journeys.
Hotels at City Bus Stand (Within 300 Meters)
Kairali Lodge – Closest to Platforms:
Just 100 meters from KSRTC City Bus Stand main entrance. Basic rooms 450-500, but location unbeatable. Malayalam-speaking staff helps Kerala travelers. 24-hour check-in for night bus arrivals. Hot water buckets from 4 AM for early departures. Checkout flexible based on bus timings. Restaurant serves Kerala meals (60). Luggage room for 30 per bag. Platform announcements audible from rooms (blessing or curse).
Hotel Ramanashree – Slight Upgrade:
200 meters from City Bus Stand on Bangalore-Nilgiri Road. AC rooms 900-1,200 near entrance. 3 AM check-in available with advance notice. Restaurant opens 5 AM for bus passengers. Provides packed breakfast (100) for journey. Walls thick enough to muffle bus stand noise. Safe for solo female travelers. Parking limited but manages.
Hotel Mayura – Budget Reliable:
250 meters on Irwin Road from bus stand. Government KSTDC property, rates stable 800-1,200. Clean rooms, no surprises. Walking to platforms takes 4 minutes. Auto drivers unnecessary for this distance. Restaurant till 10 PM, basic but hygienic. Group bookings for pilgrimage tours regular. Morning tea served from 5 AM.
Hotels 300-500 Meters from Bus Stand
Hotel Dasaprakash – Vegetarian Haven:
400 meters via Gandhi Square from KSRTC stand. Pure veg hotel 750-1,500, popular with families. Restaurant famous for South Indian breakfast. 5-minute walk to bus stand with luggage. Auto rickshaw 30 if needed. Advance booking essential during season. Night manager helps with bus timings. Temple tour groups regular customers.
Hotel Park Lane – Colonial Comfort:
450 meters through Devaraja Market from bus stand. Heritage building, rooms 1,600-2,000. Quiet despite proximity to bus stand. Morning walk through flower market to buses. Restaurant serves till 11 PM. Rooms facing back avoid bus stand noise. Auto stand right outside hotel.
Hotel Indra Bhavan – Backpacker Favorite:
500 meters via Nazarbad from City Bus Stand. Budget rooms 600-900, dormitory 300. Locker facility for backpackers. Information board about bus routes. Staff helps with KSRTC online booking. Walking route passes multiple eateries. Young crowd, informal atmosphere.
Hotels Near Suburban Bus Stand
Hotel Roopa – Best for Suburban Stand:
300 meters from Suburban Bus Stand. Rooms 1,600-2,200 with modern amenities. Restaurant runs till midnight. Both bus stands accessible (City 600m, Suburban 300m). Helpful for Ooty, Wayanad buses. Advance booking possible online. Corporate travelers and families mix.
SUVARNA Regency – New Property:
400 meters from Suburban stand on Chamaraja Double Road. Opened 2023, everything fresh at 900-1,800. Lift available (rare near bus stand). Restaurant till 11 PM. Auto stand adjacent. City Bus Stand 10-minute walk. Good for both bus stands.
Kings Kourt – Mid-Range Option:
500 meters from Suburban stand on JLB Road. Comfortable rooms 2,000-3,000. Conference facilities if combining business. Restaurant North Indian focused. Ample parking for own vehicle. City Bus Stand reachable in 15-minute walk.
Between Both Bus Stands
Hotel Maurya – Strategic Location:
Equal distance from both stands (600 meters each). Near CFTRI and Railway Station too. Rooms 850-1,400, good value. 24-hour reception helps night arrivals. Restaurant South and North Indian. Auto to either bus stand 40. Popular with all types of travelers.
Hotel Viceroy – Central Position:
Gandhi Square location, 500m from City, 700m from Suburban. Rooms 1,800-2,500 with vintage charm. Original 1940s elevator still works. Walking distance to everything. Restaurant till 10:30 PM. Best for exploring city between bus journeys.
Bus Stand Specific Information
City Bus Stand (Main KSRTC):
Interstate buses: Bangalore, Chennai, Mangalore
Platforms: 20 (covered)
Facilities: Cloak room, dormitory, canteen
Busy hours: 5-9 AM, 5-10 PM
Quieter: Afternoon better for check-in
Suburban Bus Stand:
Regional buses: Ooty, Coorg, Hassan
Platforms: 15 (partially covered)
Facilities: Basic waiting room, tea stalls
Busy hours: Morning 6-10 AM
Less crowded than City stand
Luggage and Storage Options
KSRTC Cloak Room: 20 per bag for 12 hours
Hotel storage: 30-50 per bag per day
Free storage: Most hotels if returning same day
Locker facility: Only at Indra Bhavan (100)
Safety: Hotels safer than bus stand cloak room
Early Morning/Late Night Considerations
24-Hour Reception: Kairali, Ramanashree, Maurya
3 AM Check-in: Kairali, Mayura (inform advance)
Early Breakfast: Dasaprakash (5 AM), Kairali (4:30 AM)
Late Food: Hotel Roopa till midnight
Night Safety: Well-lit till City Bus Stand, careful after 11 PM
Transport from Hotels to Bus Stands
Walking: Safe till 10 PM, main roads lit
Auto (Day): 30-50 depending on distance
Auto (Night): 50-80 after 10 PM
Hotel arrangement: Some provide escort for solo female travelers
Prepaid auto: Available at City Bus Stand only
Problems Near Bus Stand Hotels
Noise starts 5 AM with bus horns. Diesel fumes in front-facing rooms. Touts aggressive, especially for budget hotels. Some hotels overcharge seeing luggage. Mosquitoes more due to standing water. Power cuts affect budget properties. WiFi generally poor in this area.
Best Hotels for Specific Needs
Solo Female Travelers: Ramanashree, Hotel Roopa
Backpackers: Indra Bhavan, Kairali
Families: Dasaprakash, SUVARNA
Quick Transit: Kairali, Mayura
Business Travelers: Kings Kourt, Viceroy
Senior Citizens: Hotel Roopa (lift available)
FAQs About Hotels Near Mysore Bus Stands
Which hotel is absolutely closest to KSRTC buses?
Kairali Lodge at 100 meters from City Bus Stand. For Suburban stand, Hotel Roopa at 300 meters. Both visible from respective bus stands.
Safe to walk at night from bus stand to hotels?
Till 10 PM yes on main roads. After that, take auto (30-50). Kairali and Ramanashree safe even late due to proximity. Avoid dark lanes.
Do hotels near bus stand provide early check-in?
Kairali allows 3 AM check-in. Others from 6 AM if rooms available. Night buses arrive 4-5 AM, so Kairali best for these.
Luggage storage if checking out but bus is later?
All hotels store for 30-50. Some free if same day. KSRTC cloak room 20 but hotels safer. Indra Bhavan has lockers.
Which hotel good for both bus stands?
Hotel Maurya equidistant from both. SUVARNA and Hotel Roopa also access both easily. Viceroy central for everything.