This is for those who are on a shoestring budget. That is if you are looking for cheaper rates, no nonsense accommodation in Mysore City with reasonable conveniences. You may also be interested in the other types of Mysore hotels like mid range hotels in Mysore.

Hotel Sri Hari Iyengar On Lakshmivilasa Road, beside Jaganmohan Palace, centrally located in the city, but still a secluded area without the hustle and bustle of the city center. Great value budget hotel. Short walk to the palace and the city bus stand.

Kalpana Lodge : Budget lodge next to the Jaganmohan palace on the Laxmi Vilas Road near to the Iyengar lodge.

Hotel Gayathri : This is a budget hotel close to the railway station. From Railway station on the JLB road take the left turn into Dhanavantri Road at the Junction of Hotel Mayura Hoysala. The hotel is on a busy street packed with shops selling anything from souvenirs to wood carvings to household items.

Hotel Indrabhavan: This is another suitable hotel for those seeking a budget accommodation close to the railway station. This too is on Dhanavantri Road.

Shanthi Nivas: Located on the Kotwal Ramaiah Street ( parallel road behind Dhanavantri Road )

Bombay Tiffanys Delux Lodge : Located behind Chamundeswari Talkies, off the Sayyaji Rao Road. Budget type hotel. Walkable from Mysore palace and city bus stand (CBS) .

Hotel Darshan Palace Budget tariff hotel located on Lokaranjan Mahal Road in Ittige Gudu. This is somewhat closer to both the palace and Mysore Zoo.

Mayura Yatri Nivas : Standard government run budget range hotel on the JLB Road. Ideal for large excursion groups looking for budget basic accommodation (dormitory) at a vantage point in the city center. at a short walk away is the Railway station. You can book online at their website www.karnatakaholidays.net

Youth Hostel : At Rs. 50/- per day ( Rs70 for above 35 years old!), this is arguably the best option in the budget accommodation in Mysore. This is one of the many Youth Hostels scattered all around the country to provide budget accommodation for youths on their excursions. You've to book in advance, as it is usually sought after place by people on study tour. And of course a set of disciplines to be followed as it is a hostel than a hotel.

It is located in a bit difficult to find out area, though local people can easily guide you if you ask for directions.

From Railway station get to the MUDA circle on the JLB road. Turn right into Ramavilasa Road. Head straight and cross the railway crossing. Ask for direction to Maruthi Temple of Saraswathipuram. The hostel is at short walk from the temple. See www.yhmysore.com for more details.