The Amba Resort

Off NH166, this humble hotel set amid gardens is 3 km from scenic hiking at Amba Ghat and 7 km from Kerle Waterfalls. Straightforward rooms with modest furnishings sleep up to 4 guests and offer flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms.There’s no air-conditioning; extra beds are available for a fee. There’s a low-key restaurant serving vegetarian cuisine. Other amenities include a garden and an outdoor pool.