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Gokarna (Karnataka) Hotels

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1. Artkarna

2. Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna

3. Sunset Cafe Beach Stay

4. Beach Side Nest Gokarna

Cheap Hotels

5. Seeta Residency

6. Golden Kudle Beach Resort

7. Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach

Pet Friendly Hotels

8. Beach Farm Stay

9. The Shadaxari Nilaya

10. Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna

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Artkarna

Soori Garden House, Belehittal Rd Dandebagh, Gokarna, Karnataka 581326, India
0.4 km (0.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Garden area

Located merely 1.1 km from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple, the 3-star Artkarna Hotel Gokarna is merely a 6-minute walk from Middle Beach. Here, guests can enjoy such decor elements as tiled floors and make use of a private parking lot.

This comfortable hotel has a convenient setting 3.5 km from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are 2.4 km away. The Artkarna gives access to Belekan Beach, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car. Gokarna Stand bus station is a short way from the hotel.

9.4
220 reviews
~ US$27 / night

Artkarna

0.4 km (0.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Garden area

Artkarna

Located merely 1.1 km from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple, the 3-star Artkarna Hotel Gokarna is merely a 6-minute walk from Middle Beach. Here, guests can enjoy such decor elements as tiled floors and make use of a private parking lot.

This comfortable hotel has a convenient setting 3.5 km from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are 2.4 km away. The Artkarna gives access to Belekan Beach, which is approximately 10 minutes away by car. Gokarna Stand bus station is a short way from the hotel.

9.4
220 reviews
From US$ 27 / night
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Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna

Karebail Road
9.5 km (5.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden area

The comfortable Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna hotel features 9 rooms and such amenities as a restaurant.

8.8
79 reviews
~ US$19 / night

Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna

9.5 km (5.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden area

Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna

The comfortable Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna hotel features 9 rooms and such amenities as a restaurant.

8.8
79 reviews
From US$ 19 / night
  • Beach access
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Sunset Cafe Beach Stay

Middle Beach, Near Kariyappa Temple
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Security
  • Air conditioning

Located 2.5 km from the hillside Shiva Cave, which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, Sunset Cafe Beach Stay Gokarna hotel offers a restaurant. The hotel offers 14 rooms with views of the sea.

Guests may find Kamal Beach a 10-minute ride from this comfortable hotel, and Maha Ganapati Temple is 25 minutes' walk away. The city centre of Gokarna can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. The Sunset Cafe is 2.7 km from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

9.1
81 reviews
~ US$38 / night

Sunset Cafe Beach Stay

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Security
  • Air conditioning

Sunset Cafe Beach Stay

Located 2.5 km from the hillside Shiva Cave, which offers the thrill of discovering something beautiful, Sunset Cafe Beach Stay Gokarna hotel offers a restaurant. The hotel offers 14 rooms with views of the sea.

Guests may find Kamal Beach a 10-minute ride from this comfortable hotel, and Maha Ganapati Temple is 25 minutes' walk away. The city centre of Gokarna can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. The Sunset Cafe is 2.7 km from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

9.1
81 reviews
From US$ 38 / night

Cheap Hotels

  • Beach access
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Beach Side Nest Gokarna

Kariappa Katta Temple Road
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
14
  • 24-hour reception
  • Terrace

Situated 2.3 km from the comfortable Beach Side Nest Gokarna hotel, guests can visit the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple. The hotel includes 4 rooms.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting about 10 minutes' drive from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hillside Shiva Cave are about 15 minutes' drive away. Maha Ganapati Temple also lies 2.4 km from the property.

9.6
5 reviews
~ US$10 / night

Beach Side Nest Gokarna

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
14
  • 24-hour reception
  • Terrace

Beach Side Nest Gokarna

Situated 2.3 km from the comfortable Beach Side Nest Gokarna hotel, guests can visit the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple. The hotel includes 4 rooms.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting about 10 minutes' drive from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hillside Shiva Cave are about 15 minutes' drive away. Maha Ganapati Temple also lies 2.4 km from the property.

9.6
5 reviews
From US$ 10 / night
  • Top location
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Seeta Residency

Gokarna Beach Road
0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

The comfortable Seeta Residency Gokarna hotel offers guests access to Middle Beach, which is 1.4 km away. Featuring 10 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is approximately 10 minutes by car from Belekan Beach.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 5-minute walk, and natural attractions like the hillside Shiva Cave are 2.1 km away. Paradise Beach also lies about 15 minutes by car from the Seeta Residency. This Gokarna hotel stands within reach of the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The property is a mere 350 metres from Gokarna Stand bus station.

8.4
51 reviews
~ US$16 / night

Seeta Residency

0.3 km (0.2 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

Seeta Residency

The comfortable Seeta Residency Gokarna hotel offers guests access to Middle Beach, which is 1.4 km away. Featuring 10 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is approximately 10 minutes by car from Belekan Beach.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 5-minute walk, and natural attractions like the hillside Shiva Cave are 2.1 km away. Paradise Beach also lies about 15 minutes by car from the Seeta Residency. This Gokarna hotel stands within reach of the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The property is a mere 350 metres from Gokarna Stand bus station.

8.4
51 reviews
From US$ 16 / night
  • Beach access
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Golden Kudle Beach Resort

Goldenkudlebeachresort Kudle Beach
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Garden area

Located around 25 minutes' walk from such natural attractions as the hillside Shiva Cave, the comfortable Golden Kudle Beach Resort Gokarna includes a restaurant. The hotel features Wi-Fi, provided throughout the property.

Om Beach is 2.3 km from this Gokarna hotel, and Lighthouse is within 3 km of it. You can reach the centre of Gokarna in 25 minutes on foot. The Golden Kudle Beach Resort Gokarna lies approximately 10 minutes' drive from Belekan Beach.

7.4
38 reviews
~ US$15 / night

Golden Kudle Beach Resort

2.2 km (1.4 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Garden area

Golden Kudle Beach Resort

Located around 25 minutes' walk from such natural attractions as the hillside Shiva Cave, the comfortable Golden Kudle Beach Resort Gokarna includes a restaurant. The hotel features Wi-Fi, provided throughout the property.

Om Beach is 2.3 km from this Gokarna hotel, and Lighthouse is within 3 km of it. You can reach the centre of Gokarna in 25 minutes on foot. The Golden Kudle Beach Resort Gokarna lies approximately 10 minutes' drive from Belekan Beach.

7.4
38 reviews
From US$ 15 / night

Pet Friendly Hotels

  • Great deal
  • Beach access
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Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach

Kudle Beach Gokarn
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Garden area

Located around a 10-minute drive from Tadadi Port, the comfortable Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting 2.3 km from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are 2.2 km away. The hotel is approximately a 15-minute ride from Shree Radhakrishna Bookstore in Gokarna. The nearby notable religious buildings include the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple, within a 3-km distance of the Gundappa Cafe Gokarna.

7.6
41 reviews
~ US$10 / night

Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach

2.2 km (1.4 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Garden area

Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach

Located around a 10-minute drive from Tadadi Port, the comfortable Gundappa Cafe Gokarna Kudle Beach hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting 2.3 km from Om Beach, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are 2.2 km away. The hotel is approximately a 15-minute ride from Shree Radhakrishna Bookstore in Gokarna. The nearby notable religious buildings include the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple, within a 3-km distance of the Gundappa Cafe Gokarna.

7.6
41 reviews
From US$ 10 / night
  • Beach access
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Beach Farm Stay

Belehittal Road
1.4 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Garden area

Located merely 11 minutes' walk from Gokarna Beach, the comfortable Beach Farm Stay Gokarna hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park.

Middle Beach is located a mere 350 metres from the hotel, and such natural sites as the hillside Shiva Cave is 2.5 km away. Sights, in the vicinity of this Gokarna hotel, include Main Beach. The Beach Farm Stay Gokarna is just 1.1 km from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple.

7.5
42 reviews
~ US$16 / night

Beach Farm Stay

1.4 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Garden area

Beach Farm Stay

Located merely 11 minutes' walk from Gokarna Beach, the comfortable Beach Farm Stay Gokarna hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park.

Middle Beach is located a mere 350 metres from the hotel, and such natural sites as the hillside Shiva Cave is 2.5 km away. Sights, in the vicinity of this Gokarna hotel, include Main Beach. The Beach Farm Stay Gokarna is just 1.1 km from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple.

7.5
42 reviews
From US$ 16 / night
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The Shadaxari Nilaya

Dandebhaga Belehitla Road Gokarna
0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

Located merely a 14-minute walk from Gokarna Beach, the 3-star The Shadaxari Nilaya Hotel Gokarna includes 2 rooms.

This comfortable hotel has a prime location within reach of the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple. The hotel is about 5 km from Lighthouse. The area also includes natural sites like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave", which are 10 minutes by car from the property. Gokarna Stand bus station can be found in the vicinity of The Shadaxari.

8.2
24 reviews
~ US$21 / night

The Shadaxari Nilaya

0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV

The Shadaxari Nilaya

Located merely a 14-minute walk from Gokarna Beach, the 3-star The Shadaxari Nilaya Hotel Gokarna includes 2 rooms.

This comfortable hotel has a prime location within reach of the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple. The hotel is about 5 km from Lighthouse. The area also includes natural sites like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave", which are 10 minutes by car from the property. Gokarna Stand bus station can be found in the vicinity of The Shadaxari.

8.2
24 reviews
From US$ 21 / night

Dog Friendly Hotels

  • Beach access
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Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna

Survey No, 842 And 843, Om Beach Rd, Melinkeri, Gokarna, Karnataka 581326
1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Terrace

Situated approximately 10 minutes' drive from Belekan Beach, the comfortable Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting within 2 km of the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are about 3 km away. You'll find Paradise Beach around a 15-minute ride from the hotel. The Golden Heights Gokarna is just a few steps from Cheak Post bus station.

7.4
52 reviews
~ US$27 / night

Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna

1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Terrace

Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna

Situated approximately 10 minutes' drive from Belekan Beach, the comfortable Hotel Golden Heights Gokarna features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting within 2 km of the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple, while natural sights like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are about 3 km away. You'll find Paradise Beach around a 15-minute ride from the hotel. The Golden Heights Gokarna is just a few steps from Cheak Post bus station.

7.4
52 reviews
From US$ 27 / night
  • Beach access
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Beach Nest Gokarna

Belehittal Rd
0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Featuring views of the sea, the 3-star Beach Nest Gokarna hotel is located around a 25-minute walk from Kotitirtha. This comfortable hotel provides 24-hour security service to ensure guests' safety.

Gokarna centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk. The hotel is also within a few blocks of Shree Radhakrishna Bookstore in Gokarna. There is Om Beach 3.9 km from this accommodation.

8.7
19 reviews
~ US$36 / night

Beach Nest Gokarna

0.9 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area

Beach Nest Gokarna

Featuring views of the sea, the 3-star Beach Nest Gokarna hotel is located around a 25-minute walk from Kotitirtha. This comfortable hotel provides 24-hour security service to ensure guests' safety.

Gokarna centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk. The hotel is also within a few blocks of Shree Radhakrishna Bookstore in Gokarna. There is Om Beach 3.9 km from this accommodation.

8.7
19 reviews
From US$ 36 / night
  • Beach access
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Lagoon Stays, Gokarna

Cafe Lagoon Gokarna Lagoon Stays
1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Terrace

Located 4.3 km from Kamal Beach, the elegant Lagoon Stays, Gokarna hotel includes 10 rooms with views of the garden. The hotel offers a spacious garden, complemented by a balcony.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 20-minute walk, and natural attractions like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are about 10 minutes' drive away. Guests staying at the Lagoon Stays, Gokarna will find themselves 4.8 km from Om Beach. This Gokarna hotel lies nearly a 25-minute walk from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

8.5
12 reviews
~ US$35 / night

Lagoon Stays, Gokarna

1.8 km (1.1 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Terrace

Lagoon Stays, Gokarna

Located 4.3 km from Kamal Beach, the elegant Lagoon Stays, Gokarna hotel includes 10 rooms with views of the garden. The hotel offers a spacious garden, complemented by a balcony.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 20-minute walk, and natural attractions like the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" are about 10 minutes' drive away. Guests staying at the Lagoon Stays, Gokarna will find themselves 4.8 km from Om Beach. This Gokarna hotel lies nearly a 25-minute walk from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

8.5
12 reviews
From US$ 35 / night

Kid Friendly Hotels

  • Private beach
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Poornima Beach Stay

No 356 D1 Ramatemple Road Sannabele Gokarna
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

The 3-star Poornima Beach Stay Gokarna hotel sits merely 10 minutes' walk from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple and offers a private beach area and a restaurant. This comfortable hotel also includes private car parking.

Main Beach is located 950 metres from the hotel, and Paradise Beach is 3.5 km away. Guests can reach Gokarna city centre in 15 minutes on foot. The Poornima is 2.5 km from Om Beach.

7.4
67 reviews
~ US$31 / night

Poornima Beach Stay

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Poornima Beach Stay

The 3-star Poornima Beach Stay Gokarna hotel sits merely 10 minutes' walk from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple and offers a private beach area and a restaurant. This comfortable hotel also includes private car parking.

Main Beach is located 950 metres from the hotel, and Paradise Beach is 3.5 km away. Guests can reach Gokarna city centre in 15 minutes on foot. The Poornima is 2.5 km from Om Beach.

7.4
67 reviews
From US$ 31 / night
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Elmar - Beach Village Stay

Elmar - The Beach Village Stay
0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Luggage storage

Located only 0.9 km from Gokarna Beach, the comfortable 2-star Elmar - Beach Village Stay Gokarna hotel provides guests with luggage storage. This Gokarna hotel also includes private car parking.

The hotel has a prime setting approximately a 10-minute drive from Om Beach. A popular place in Gokarna is Half Moon Beach, which is 4.1 km away. The Elmar - Beach Village Stay Gokarna is an ideal place for exploring Middle Beach, located just a 5-minute walk away. Gokarna Stand bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is in proximity to the accommodation.

8.2
18 reviews
~ US$36 / night

Elmar - Beach Village Stay

0.6 km (0.4 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Security
  • Luggage storage

Elmar - Beach Village Stay

Located only 0.9 km from Gokarna Beach, the comfortable 2-star Elmar - Beach Village Stay Gokarna hotel provides guests with luggage storage. This Gokarna hotel also includes private car parking.

The hotel has a prime setting approximately a 10-minute drive from Om Beach. A popular place in Gokarna is Half Moon Beach, which is 4.1 km away. The Elmar - Beach Village Stay Gokarna is an ideal place for exploring Middle Beach, located just a 5-minute walk away. Gokarna Stand bus station, allowing a good connection throughout the city, is in proximity to the accommodation.

8.2
18 reviews
From US$ 36 / night
  • Beach access
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Gokarna Holiday Homes

Dubbanashashi Road
2.8 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Terrace

Providing 5 rooms, the comfortable Gokarna Holiday Homes hotel is approximately 10 minutes by car from the hillside Shiva Cave.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Maha Ganapati Temple in Gokarna is 3.2 km from this 3-star hotel. The location will allow you to be around 15 minutes' drive from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

7.9
12 reviews
~ US$30 / night

Gokarna Holiday Homes

2.8 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Terrace

Gokarna Holiday Homes

Providing 5 rooms, the comfortable Gokarna Holiday Homes hotel is approximately 10 minutes by car from the hillside Shiva Cave.

The centre of Gokarna can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Maha Ganapati Temple in Gokarna is 3.2 km from this 3-star hotel. The location will allow you to be around 15 minutes' drive from the profoundly spiritual Mahabaleshwar Temple.

7.9
12 reviews
From US$ 30 / night

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  • Private beach
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Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna

Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from city center
28
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities
  • Dry cleaning

Located 4.8 km from Om Beach, the comfortable Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna Hotel includes 12 rooms. The hotel features 24-hour security along with a private beach area.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting nearly a 25-minute walk from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple. 2.5 km from the property, guests will find Main Beach. The Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" about 10 minutes' drive away.

9.2
26 reviews
~ US$21 / night

Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna

1.7 km (1.1 mi) from city center
28
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities
  • Dry cleaning

Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna

Located 4.8 km from Om Beach, the comfortable Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna Hotel includes 12 rooms. The hotel features 24-hour security along with a private beach area.

This Gokarna hotel has a prime setting nearly a 25-minute walk from the 4th-century CE Hindu Mahabaleshwar Temple. 2.5 km from the property, guests will find Main Beach. The Leela Sea Scape - Gokarna allows you to enjoy such natural sights as the hindu temple "Shiva Cave" about 10 minutes' drive away.

9.2
26 reviews
From US$ 21 / night

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Here is a quick list of Hotels in Gokarna (Karnataka), selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Artkarna

9.4 / 10

(220 Reviews)

From 27$
Yashovana Nature Stay Gokarna

8.8 / 10

(79 Reviews)

From 19$
Sunset Cafe Beach Stay

9.1 / 10

(81 Reviews)

From 38$
Beach Side Nest Gokarna

9.6 / 10

(5 Reviews)

From 10$
Seeta Residency

8.4 / 10

(51 Reviews)

From 16$

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