Clarks Inn Badami is a chain hotel offering standardized modern comfort, positioned on the edge of National Highway 367, in immediate proximity to the rock-cut temples that made this former Chalukyan capital famous. An address designed for travelers on cultural circuits seeking a functional base to explore the archaeological sites of northern Karnataka.

Why stay here

• A directly useful location: 4 minutes' walk from Badami's rock-cut temples and 9 minutes from the archaeological museum.
• A convenient base to explore nearby UNESCO-listed sites of Aihole and Pattadakal.
• Readable chain comfort: 43 air-conditioned rooms, round-the-clock restaurant, free parking, 24-hour front desk.
• English and Hindi-speaking staff, helpful for organizing excursions and local travel.

Atmosphere

The establishment plays it safe with comfort: contemporary décor, calibrated spaces, amenities expected of an upper-category hotel. It's not a characterful address or a heritage experience in itself—the nearby temples take care of that—but a clean and operational hotel, designed so that a stop in this remote region of Karnataka remains seamless. Its position on the edge of the national highway eases late arrivals and early departures, both common on this type of itinerary.

Rooms and suites

The hotel offers 43 rooms spread across 3 categories.

Deluxe Rooms

The 16 Deluxe Rooms measure 19 m² and suit couples or small families. Air conditioning, television, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee amenities, and laundry service are included.

Premium Rooms

More spacious, the 22 Premium Rooms at 22 m² feature a king-size bed, air conditioning, television, and high-speed Internet access. Breakfast is included.

Suites

The 3 Suites measuring 23 m² add an adjoining sitting area, king-size bed, larger television, and spacious wardrobe. They can accommodate up to 3 people.

Restaurant and services

The Bridge restaurant, open from 7am to 10pm, accommodates up to 50 guests. It offers à la carte service and buffet, with Indian and international cuisine—useful after a day spent on the sites, when dining out in town isn't an obvious option.

• General services: 24-hour front desk, free parking, car rental, laundry, daily newspapers.
• In-room: individual safe, toiletries, room service, hot and cold water.
• Business: conference room, seminar spaces, express check-in and check-out.
• Languages: English and Hindi-speaking staff.

Location

The hotel sits on National Highway 367, simplifying car access from Hubli, Belgaum, or Hampi. Allow about 4 minutes on foot to reach the rock-cut temples of Badami and 9 minutes to the archaeological museum. Downtown, its shops, and local transport are also within walking distance.

Surroundings

Badami is part of a major archaeological triangle in Karnataka: alongside temples carved into red cliffs, Aihole is considered a laboratory of Indian temple architecture, and Pattadakal is a UNESCO-listed ensemble. Most travelers combine all three sites over one or two days, leaving the hotel early. To plan this leg within a larger itinerary, check out our Badami guide.

Practical information

Phone: +91 79964 47999

Booking is done online via the hotel's official website.

Planning your trip

Clarks Inn Badami makes a practical stop within a northern Karnataka circuit. To build a complete itinerary including Badami, Aihole, and Pattadakal, explore our India journeys, or compare with other addresses such as Ahilya Fort on the Narmada banks or Cardamom County Thekkady in Kerala.