The Bangala

Hotel · Sivaganga

The Bangala

Hotel · Sivaganga

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Devakottai Rd, Senjai, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu 630001, India

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Authentic Chettinad cuisine served on banana leaves; cooking courses offered  

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Devakottai Rd, Senjai, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu 630001, India Get directions

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Devakottai Rd, Senjai, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu 630001, India Get directions

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The 50 Best Restaurants in India | Bon Appétit

"A heritage Chettinad kitchen presenting authentic regional cuisine with hand-pounded masalas and communal teak dining on banana leaves; signature offerings include uppu kari (a mutton dish), and the venue also runs multi-day cooking courses that teach the history and techniques behind Chettiar fare." - ByArundhati Ail

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How a Hotel in India Became the Ultimate Destination for Crab Rasam | Eater

"Guests are invited to a homestyle Chettinad dining experience prepared by longtime chefs Pandian and Kasi, who have been cooking regional Tamil dishes in Karaikudi for over 30 years under the ownership and family operation of 89-year-old matriarch Meenakshi Meyyappan. The kitchen highlights family recipes rooted in the Chettiar merchant tradition, with culinary influences from Burma, Malaysia, Singapore and Sri Lanka, and serves richly spiced, traditional fare. A standout is the crab rasam: whole crab legs mashed and combined with ground aromatics (black pepper, cumin, coriander, garlic, shallots, red and green chiles), turmeric, tomato purée and curry leaves; chefs say a tumbler of this soup has potent, restorative effects for body aches and colds by the next morning." - Terri Ciccone

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Kavya V

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It was an amazing experience for us at the Bangala. We stayed here for 2 days in a garden facing room that was spacious, comfortable, extremely clean and well designed. Ditto for the outdoor space and the swimming pool. The food is outstanding. Must try their lunch spread (warning: you'll probably need to skip dinner post this elaborate, sumptuous meal). The highlight of the stay was the exceptional service, extremely accommodative of the requirements of our 3 year old. Kudos to the staff of the Bangala for making our experience a memorable one. Highly recommend!

R R

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Vintage bed n breakfast kindly of a place. The rooms were nice and big. The best part is their food. You need to book ahead as it is ala carte and like a 7 course meal.

Nishanth Kumar

Google
An exceptional stay from start to finish! The hotel exceeded all expectations with its top-notch service, clean and comfortable rooms, and elegant atmosphere. Every staff member I interacted with was friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to making my stay enjoyable. The amenities were excellent, and the dining experience was outstanding. I felt truly welcomed and cared for throughout my time here. I would gladly return and highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a relaxing and luxurious stay.

Bharat Ram

Google
About a 100 years old heritage bungalow with a newer wing too. Excellent traditional cuisine. Interesting places within 25 kms. Very good for a few days.

Andrew S

Google
we stayed here for 2 nights. Everything here is just amazing. The food, service, atmosphere. Even the town is so pretty with its beautiful heritage houses. Would like to visit again, especially to experience the food at the Bangala . The hospitality is second to none. keep up the excellent work!

Bharad Ravi

Google
Good location, beautiful property, clean good-sized comfortable room, very friendly and approachable staff who are very attentive. Small issue (which can be ignored) - Rooms lack telephone (therefore no room service) and TV. The lunch/dinner menus are limited, fixed and a bit expensive for what is offered. Overall, it is quite an experience staying at The Bangala, highly recommended.

Rachna Mehta

Google
We spent a nice 4 days at the hotel. The place has a soul. The landscaping is beautiful, the burst of colour burst your mood . The transition of spaces is beautiful intertwining open, semi enclosed and indoor spaces. The place is charming . The property vey clean . The staff friendly and responsive. The property has put Chettinad on the tourist map . The food is very varied and tasty

Yann AUCANTE

Google
Our time at The Bangala was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in the hotel’s unique charm and warmth. The heritage architecture is beautifully preserved, blending colonial elegance with authentic Chettinad traditions. The staff were exceptionally kind, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our experience perfect. The food was simply outstanding — every meal was a delicious journey through Chettinad cuisine, prepared with incredible love and skill. The Bangala offers a rare experience where you feel transported to another era, yet with all the comfort and hospitality you could wish for. We left with beautiful memories and the firm desire to return. Truly a hidden gem!