Jlr Kings Sanctuary- Jungle Lodges

We stayed one night at King’s Sanctuary – JLR and were pleasantly upgraded to the Maharaja package. Special thanks to the team for calling us when we lost our way—there’s a long no-network patch and Google Maps wasn’t reliable, so that call really helped. Check-in was smooth, and lunch was served immediately—local, simple flavors, neither too spicy nor oily. Our upgraded cottage, accessed via golf cart, was spacious with a living room, bedroom, balcony, and a comfortable roll-away bed for the third guest. The bathroom was clean, and the outdoor bathtub was a nice touch. However, the cottage showed visible signs of wear—cracked walls, old curtains, worn-out furniture, and gaps in doors that could let insects in. Fixtures worked but felt dated. The space deserves a much-needed upgrade to align with current expectations. The indoor games room also looked neglected—better to maintain it well or not offer it at all. Dining was a highlight. Dinner stood out, especially for the non-veg spread, and the vegetarian options were equally flavorful. Darshan and Darshan J at Golghar were warm and attentive. The dining area would benefit from better lighting, fans or ventilation, and mosquito control. The safari to Nagarhole was enjoyable—we saw elephants, gaurs, deer, and more. The 20 km stretch to the park gate is under repair and very bumpy, and the drive is quite fast—guests should be prepared. One binocular shared among all guests was limiting; ideally, one per group should be provided. Wi-Fi was patchy in rooms but stable at the dining area. The property manager shared that the resort is a great birdwatching spot, which we appreciated. Final Thoughts: A peaceful retreat with great food and hospitality. With better upkeep and room upgrades, it could be a truly standout jungle escape.

This was our second visit to this place. We enjoyed the bird watching safari. Did not spot many animals even in January month. Did not like the safari experience much, seemed like the driver was just rushing through the jungle. Driving was too fast and uncomfortable. The afternoon lunch was substandard at this price range. Evening snacks were over by the time we reached back. Thanks to the kitchen staff for providing milk for infant. Room bedsheet was having blood stains which was later changed by the room service. Even the mosquito repellant did not work. (See attached) The website mentions INR 6950/- per person tariff inclusive of taxes then why is 18% GST levied later ? Actual cost for 2 comes out to be INR 16402/- or USD 200/- Oh BTW, we paid a hefty fee of INR 1770/- for camera lens of 600mm but no bill was provided. Won't count this as a great experience !!

My husband and I are avid Wildlife Enthusiasts, Birding Freaks and Nature Lovers. This was our first visit to Nagarhole together, and our first stay at JLR Kings Sanctuary as well. It was a splendid experience overall. Needless to say, the highlights of the stay were the Dining Experience and the Warmth of the Team's Hospitality. Food Quality was homely and lip smacking, with a great variety across meal periods. The team threw in all their efforts to ensure all Guests staying in-house were at their best of comfort levels. Whilst we checked in on a Friday, we did spill over to a busy weekend. Safaris were thrilling, as we were fortunate enough to spot 3 Tigers across 2-3 of our rides. The Monsoons bring in a different terrain and landscape altogether to the forest. All of the fauna were beautifully perched against a lush green bokeh! Weekends get crowded with limited Jeep Availability and the Safaris being overcrowded. The team accommodated us in, despite the situation - and we were utterly grateful. A special note to all Drivers at Kings Sanctuary - for their sharp multi-tasked ability to cautious driving and excellent spotting skills in the jungle. Kudos to Mr. Siddaraju, Vijay and the Team (Darshan, Lakshman, Yashwanth and the rest) for an absolutely unparalleled experience at Nagarhole!