Tiruvannamalai • At the foot of Arunachala
Your home at the foot of Arunachala.
Just a 5-minute walk to the Arunachaleswarar Temple, on the Girivalam path — with the sacred hill in view from our terrace.
5-minute walk to the temple
Walk to Arunachaleswarar darshan in minutes — a blessing for families and elderly pilgrims.
On the Girivalam path
Step out of our door and you are on the sacred 14 km route around Arunachala.
Deepam & mountain view
Take in the hill from our terrace — and on Karthigai Deepam night, the holy flame itself.
Vanakkam, welcome
A warm family welcome, steps from the temple
Welcome to Ilayanar Home Stay — your home at the foot of Arunachala. Just a 5-minute walk from the Arunachaleswarar Temple and directly on the Girivalam path, our newly built rooms offer modern comfort, a peaceful mountain view from the terrace, and a warm family welcome. During Karthigai Deepam, the sacred flame can be seen right from our rooftop.
Rooms
Comfortable, clean rooms for every family
Ten newly built rooms, every one with an attached modern bathroom, 24-hour hot water and free RO drinking water.
Why stay here
The closest sleep to the temple
Three things make Ilayanar special — and almost no stay in town can offer all three together.
- 5-minute walk to the temple
- On the Girivalam path
- Deepam & mountain view
Guest reviews
Loved by pilgrim families
★★★★★“Excellent hospitality, perfect location near the big temple, and a great overall experience!”
★★★★★“Amazing stay clean rooms, great hospitality and a peaceful atmosphere felt just like home highly recommended.”
★★★★★“Nice rooms, always AC rooms, good behaviour, temple nearby. Very nice.”
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Arunachaleswarar Temple?
A 5-minute walk from our door. We are directly on the Girivalam path — the sacred 14 km circumambulation route around Arunachala hill.
What rooms are available and what are the rates?
Large Family Room AC (sleeps 7, ₹4,500/night) · Family Room AC (sleeps 6, ₹3,500/night) · Family Room Non-AC (sleeps 4, ₹3,000/night) · Standard Room Non-AC (sleeps 3, ₹2,500/night). All rooms have attached bathrooms, 24-hour hot water and free RO drinking water.
Can I see Arunachala from the property?
Yes — Arunachala hill and all three gopurams of the Annamalaiyar Temple are visible from our rooftop terrace. During Karthigai Deepam, the sacred flame on the summit is also visible.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in from 1:00 PM · Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for pilgrims on request — message us on WhatsApp when you're on the way.
How do I book a room?
Send a WhatsApp message or call +91 70107 65657. Booking direct gives you the best price and immediate confirmation. No payment is taken online.
Is this a good location for Karthigai Deepam or Girivalam?
Yes — we are directly on the Girivalam path, so you start the 14 km walk from our front door. The Karthigai Deepam flame is visible from our rooftop. Rooms fill months ahead for Deepam — book early.
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