Nestled in nature, Dhole's Den Bandipur operates a 24-hour front desk and offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The property is situated in the buffer zone from the declared Tiger Reserve, the Mudumalai National Reserve. The nearest airport is the Kempegowda International Airport, which is 250 km from the property. The Mysore Junction Railway Station is 90 km, while Bandipur Forest Department Bus Station is 7 km.The property is 7 km from the Forest Reception Office The guests can enjoy view of the nearby hills from the rooms. They feature a balcony, work desk and a seating area. The attached bathroom is fitted with shower, free toiletries and hairdryer. Guests who enjoy reading can indulge at the library in Dhole's Den Bandipur. The tour desk at the hotel can be approached for sightseeing and travelling arrangements. Luggage storage and safety deposit box can be requested. The in-house restaurant serves Indian fare and room service, during the hours it is available, can be used for private dining.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 futon bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 futon bed
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Bandipūr
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  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is special. Beautiful, tranquil and relaxed. The setting is perfect. Beautiful views from the verandas. Everywhere and always the sight and sounds of birds and animals. From our veranda we saw spotted deer, mongoose, eagles, turtle,...
  • Maggi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A great place to stay for a safari tour. And hugely enjoyed our nature tour with Girish the first afternoon, who is very knowledgable. Sensational meals - plenty of choice - and most of the vegetables home-grown. A very friendly atmosphere; ...
  • Adam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is beautiful and the food exceptional. The team were very helpful and went out of their way to arrange our safaris and drive us there.
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Karthik Davey

Company review score: 9.4Based on 47 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Ingrid is a Banker by profession while Karthik is a tour operator organising private tours for Europeans into India. It’s his dream to work from almost anywhere on earth that gave birth to the idea of Dhole’s Den. Ingrid loves to paint what she sees or photographs. There are many paintings of her adorning the walls of all the rooms in the lodge. Karthik enjoys travel, photography, wine and cheese and movies. But his greatest love is his hounds who occupy prime place in his day.

Property information

Dhole’s Den, Bandipur is the residence of Karthik and Ingrid Davey who are ardent dog lovers and share a passion for the outdoors. Dhole’s Den is dedicated to all that is dog, and to start with, the Dhole, the Asiatic Wild Dog, who we feel is one of the most fascinating hunters in the Indian jungle, with a complex and unique social hierarchy. At Dhole’s Den, it is our endeavour to emphasise the importance and the beauty of this animal which wrongly stands in the shadow of bigger animals like the tiger, leopard or elephant and win support for the conservation of the jungle in Bandipur with the Dhole as its mascot.

Neighbourhood information

Our homestay is in the vicinity of small villages bordering the Bandipur Tiger Reserve. Nevertheless, the wild animals of the park are close enough to be even heard. Be it the sloth bear with its cubs at night or elephants and wild boar, the roar of the tiger or the growl of a leopard, none are ever too far away.

Languages spoken

German,English,Gujarati,Hindi,Kannada,Odia,Tamil

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Indian • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Dhole's Den Bandipur
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Mountain view
  • Lake view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
Activities
  • Archery
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Games room
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Kannada
  • Odia
  • Tamil

House rules

Dhole's Den Bandipur takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of INR 2000 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 19. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6 - 9 years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 3,000 per child, per night
10+ years
Extra bed upon request
Rs. 6,000 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Dhole's Den Bandipur accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property accommodates children of all ages but has a travel advisory for parents with children below 6 years of age. We do not advise bringing children below 6 years as there is no access to medical facilities and we are located 30 km from the nearest town. So bringing children below 6 years is purely at the discretion of the parents.

Please note the first night of the booking will be charged as prepayment.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dhole's Den Bandipur in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

A damage deposit of Rs. 2,000 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Dhole's Den Bandipur

  • Yes, Dhole's Den Bandipur is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Dhole's Den Bandipur has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Room options at Dhole's Den Bandipur include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • Dhole's Den Bandipur is 3.1 miles from the centre of Bandipūr. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Dhole's Den Bandipur is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Dhole's Den Bandipur offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Cooking class
    • Walking tours
    • Archery
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • The prices at Dhole's Den Bandipur may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.