Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Our leisure hotel in Tiruvannamalai stands at the foothills of Arunachala on Chengam Road, behind the Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram. Tiruvannamalai Bus Station is around 5 km away.

Yes, our hotel near Arunachalam sits at the foothills of the sacred hill. The Girivalam pathway that encircles Arunachala is around 6 km away.

Tiruvannamalai Railway Station is around 5 km from our hotel. It is the temple town's nearest railhead, connecting to Chennai via Villupuram Junction.

Chennai International Airport is the nearest airport, around 180 km from our hotel. It handles both domestic and international connections.

Tiruvannamalai Bus Station is around 5 km from our hotel. It connects the temple town to Chennai, Bengaluru, Vellore and Villupuram.

Yes, our stay near Ramana Ashram puts the samadhi shrine of Sri Ramana Maharshi within walking distance. Seshadri Swamigal Ashram is also reached on foot.

Yes, airport transfers are one of the services we provide. Our 24-hour front desk arranges them alongside concierge support for onward travel.

Five sites are reached from our hotel:

• Ramana Ashram, within walking distance
• Seshadri Swamigal Ashram, within walking distance
• Annamalaiyar Temple, within 4 km
• Skandashram Trek Route, within 4 km
• Girivalam Pathway, around 6 km away

Yes, our hotel near Arunachaleswarar Temple is within 4 km of the shrine, also known as the Annamalaiyar Temple. It is one of India's largest Shiva temples and a fire element Pancha Bhoota Sthalam.

Our stay near Girivalam is around 6 km from the pathway. The 14 km circumambulation route encircles the sacred Arunachala hill and is walked by pilgrims year-round.

Ramana Ashram is within walking distance of our hotel. It holds the samadhi shrine of Sri Ramana Maharshi at the foot of Arunachala and remains a major centre for self-enquiry.

The Skandashram trek route lies within 4 km of our hotel. The hillside path leads to the cave hermitage where Sri Ramana Maharshi lived between 1916 and 1922.

The Annamalaiyar Temple's Rajagopuram stands 66 metres tall. The temple is within 4 km of our hotel.

Ramana Ashram and Seshadri Swamigal Ashram are both within walking distance of our hotel. The Annamalaiyar Temple and Skandashram trek route lie within 4 km.

Five categories are available at our hotel:

• Bliss Deluxe Room, 280-320 sq. ft.
• Bliss Premium Room, 350-380 sq. ft.
• Bliss Studio Room, 400-430 sq. ft.
• Bliss Executive Room, 420-450 sq. ft.
• Bliss Suite, 550 sq. ft.

Our hotel has 27 rooms and suites across five categories. Some include private living areas and others have clear views of Arunachala.

The Bliss Suite is our largest at 550 sq. ft. It has separate living and sleeping areas along with a balcony.

Select rooms in the Bliss Premium, Bliss Executive and Bliss Studio categories look towards Arunachala. Request a hill-view room when you book, as only a limited number are available.

Yes, the Bliss Studio Room includes a kitchenette across its 400-430 sq. ft. The layout suits guests staying for a longer spiritual retreat.

The Bliss Executive Room takes up to 3 adults and 1 child, the highest occupancy we offer. Our other four categories each take 2 adults and 1 child, with an extra bed available on request.

Yes, an extra bed option is available in the Bliss Premium, Bliss Executive, Bliss Studio and Bliss Suite categories. Request it at the time of booking.

Every one of our rooms in Tiruvannamalai includes air-conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, hot water, a 42-inch television, a telephone, an in-room safe and daily housekeeping. Wi-Fi, a wardrobe and a complimentary water bottle are also standard.

Yes, Mint 'N' Mustard is our pure veg restaurant in Tiruvannamalai. It serves authentic South Indian cooking across a 620 sq. ft. dining space.

Yes, Mint 'N' Mustard is entirely vegetarian. That suits pilgrims observing dietary restrictions during a stay in the temple town.

The kitchen serves authentic South Indian cooking built on traditional Tamil dishes. Every plate is prepared with fresh ingredients.

Mint 'N' Mustard occupies a 620 sq. ft. indoor dining space. Warm interiors make it comfortable for families and groups alike.

Yes, a wholesome daily breakfast is served at Mint 'N' Mustard. Dinner follows later for guests returning from the temples.

Yes, in-room dining is available from Mint 'N' Mustard. Order to your room rather than eating in the restaurant.

Yes, an à la carte menu runs throughout the day at Mint 'N' Mustard. Our team can advise on dishes for guests unfamiliar with regional Tamil cooking.

Yes, the Bliss Room is our meeting venue in Tiruvannamalai, covering 1,430 sq. ft. It handles corporate meetings, training sessions and birthday celebrations.

The Bliss Room takes up to 150 guests in a floating arrangement. Theatre seating holds 80, and a cluster layout holds 60.

The Bliss Room covers 1,430 sq. ft. as a flexible indoor venue. Seating is arranged to suit each booking.

Floating seating takes 150, theatre 80, cluster 60, classroom 40, U-shaped 30 and board room 24. Our team sets the room to match your programme.

The Bliss Room comes with modern AV facilities and flexible layouts. Our team also handles event coordination and vendor recommendations.

Yes, our team assists with event coordination and can recommend local vendors. Tell us the format you need and we will arrange the room accordingly.

Yes, our hotel handles corporate getaways alongside spiritual retreats and family holidays. The Bliss Room seats 80 theatre-style and 24 in a boardroom layout.

Our hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, an in-house restaurant, parking, airport transfers, doctor on call, concierge service and a first-aid kit. Daily housekeeping covers every room.

Yes, parking is one of the facilities at our hotel. It matters during Pournami, when Girivalam traffic builds around the hill.

Yes, a doctor on call is one of our guest services. A first-aid kit is also kept on the premises.

Yes, our front desk operates around the clock. That covers late arrivals and early starts for pilgrims walking Girivalam before dawn.

Yes, concierge service is one of the facilities at our hotel. The team assists with temple visits, transport and local arrangements.

Yes, Wi-Fi is provided in every room category. All five categories include it as standard.

Yes, daily housekeeping is listed among the amenities in every room category. Laundry service is also available and charged separately.

Yes, an in-room safe is fitted in all five room categories. Each room also has a wardrobe for storing belongings.

Yes, Bliss Giriya operates as part of Bergamont Hotels. The group runs properties across Tamil Nadu and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Yes, our hotel was built for spiritual seekers visiting Arunachala. Ramana Ashram is within walking distance, the Annamalaiyar Temple within 4 km, and our restaurant is entirely vegetarian.

Yes, ours is a family hotel in Tiruvannamalai as well as a retreat for pilgrims. The Bliss Executive Room takes up to 3 adults and 1 child, and our restaurant is family-friendly.

Yes, our rooms are designed for quiet stays at the foot of Arunachala. The Bliss Studio Room adds a kitchenette for guests staying longer.

Yes, the Girivalam pathway is around 6 km from our hotel and our front desk operates 24 hours for pre-dawn starts. On-site parking helps during Pournami.

Yes, our hotel serves spiritual retreats, family holidays and corporate getaways alike. The Bliss Room handles meetings while the ashrams and temple sit within a short distance.

Submit an enquiry through the contact form on our website and our team will respond. The same form handles room bookings and event enquiries.