Evolve Back, Hampi

Located next to the ancient site of Hampi, Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace, with its stone-paved boulevards, arched hallways and regal chambers, takes you back in time to the glorious days of the 14th-century Vijayanagara Empire, whose centre was at Hampi.

This magnificent hotel has a selection of spacious luxury air-conditioned suites and pool villas, each with private bathroom, separate living area, private terrace, water-jet pools, TV and many in room amenities.  

The dining options are just as opulent, with Nivasa restaurant offering a fine selection of continental and Indian cuisine, the Tulsa restaurant overlooks the infinity pool, offering global and regional dishes. Bahmani offers a selection of Nawabi cuisine and epitomises the art of luxurious dining.

Public facilities include a stunning infinity pool, a family pool, lounge and Ayurveda Centre.

There is much to do including viewing Hampi from a Hot Air Balloon, trekking the Raya Trail or to the ruins of the Achyutaraya Temple and its famed ‘Courtesan Bazaar’. Perhaps walk up Hemakuta hill and visit Virupaksha Temple or take a nature trail through scrub jungle. In the evenings, historians will bring the history of the Vijayanagara Empire alive through their stories.

The rates include breakfast.