Budget Hotels in Hyderabad

Hyderabad is the largest city and capital of southern India’s Telangana state. It is not only known for its history, but has also become a city for sports, learning, and business. The Hitech City (Cyberabad) and swanky office buildings and malls nestle alongside the tourist attractions. These contrasting backgrounds between the city’s timeless culture and the movement into modernism, make a visit to Hyderabad worth it. 

The growth of the visitors to the city has led to an increase in the number of budget hotels in Hyderabad. Whether you are on a business trip or a holiday, there are several cheap hotels in Hyderabad to suit your pocket. Despite the other industries in Hyderabad, tourism still draws the majority of its visitors. Hyderabad is also known as the city of pearls and biryani as much as it is known for the majestic Golconda Fort and the bustling markets of Charminar. This is the best place to head to if you are looking for mouthwatering and authentic biryanis, haleem, and kebabs. The lanes are crammed with stalls, shops, markets, and shoppers. A visit to the Ramoji Rao studios is also a must-do when you are in Hyderabad.

In stark contrast to this old-world part of Hyderabad is the Hitech City of Hyderabad. Here you will find the fancy restaurants and clubs, malls, and massive office buildings of several MNCs. In the northwest part of the city lie the upscale residential and commercial areas such as Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills, and Begumpet. In these areas, you will manage to still find budget hotels in Hyderabad.

Connected to Hyderabad is Secunderabad. Today, Secunderabad and Hyderabad are no longer considered twin cities but are practically one city. Secunderabad also has many cheap hotels. Considering that these attractions are spread across the city, it is vital to pick the correct hotel location that offers you the convenience of proximity, and commute and fits your budget.

Budget Hotels in Hyderabad

If you are looking for cheap hotels in Hyderabad, several options are available where you can book a room for less than INR 2000. In most of these budget hotels, you will be able to avail of basic amenities such as free Wi-fi, running hot water, and air conditioning. Some of the hotels that are included are LOKI’s Forest Inn, Hotel Millennium Grand, Opal Residency, Hotel Rajadhani, and Silverkey Kondapur

Top Areas to Stay in Hyderabad

There are 3 main clusters that Hyderabad attractions can be clubbed into – The Qutub Shahi Tombs and the Golconda Fort, the 2nd being the Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace, and Salarjung Museum and the third being the Birla Temple, the Hussain Sagar Dam, the Science Temple, and Show World. Naturally, other Hyderabad attractions like Ramoji Rao city on the outskirts and Iskon temple within the city are also included. However, for these one would anyway need a separate ride regardless of where you stay in Hyderabad.

While looking for cheap hotels in Hyderabad you can look for hotels in Jubilee Hills, hotels in Banjara Hills, hotels in Abids, hotels in Nampally, and hotels in Kachiguda,

Kachiguda has an outstation as well as an intercity bus terminus and is also the old station area. Within a 6 to 8 km radius of Kachiguda are several key museums of Hyderabad, the Charminar, and the Hussain Sagar Dam. In this area, you will find many cheap hotels such as Zoha Guest House, Anjani Mansion, and Sai Residency Service Apartments in Gachibowli. There are several food stalls, malls, and cinemas around this area. However, you are likely to find it slightly more congested than Jubilee Hills and Banjara Hills. When you plan to visit the Tombs and the Golconda Fort, ensure you are keeping a day aside since these are on the opposite side of the city.

Banjara Hills is a bustling hub with plenty of commercial activity. In the old times, it used to be the hunting grounds of the Nizams. Today, it is central to the main attractions of Hyderabad. You will find it is almost equidistant from the Charminar and the Golconda Fort. This area has many budget hotels and also has a pickup point for buses to Ramoji Film City. You can look at cheap hotels in Hyderabad such as The Landmark Banjara Hills, Jubilee Banjara Suites, the Down Town Hotel, Ohris Banjara, VCare Service Apartments, GIS Select Banjara Hills, and Guest Inn Suites.

Jubilee Hills is a little quieter than the neighbouring commercial Banjara Hills area. It is closer to the Qutub Shahi tombs and Golconda Fort. Besides this, it is also close to Hitech city and so has a variety of budget hotels to choose from such as Hillside Hotels Jubilee Hills, iStayHotels Jubilee Hills, Our Nest Banjara, Falcon’s Nest Studio Service Apartment, Mint Leaves, Star Inn, and Maven Suites. If you are going to sightsee old Hyderabad attractions such as the Salarjung Museum you would need public transportation since these spots are a minimum of 12 km away from Jubilee Hills.

Finally, there is also the Nampally and Abids area which has been a very commercial area and has quite a few budget hotels. This area has good connectivity in terms of transportation and also has a Metro station. If you are visiting the Charminar area, you can try a Tuk-tuk ride. You must try the local cuisine places in this area for their delightfully mouth-watering food, especially during Ramadan. Some budget hotels in Hyderabad in these areas are Imax Inn, The City Park, Opal Residency, Loya Legend, Hotel Ruma, Hotel Saptagiri Deluxe, Classic Lodge, DM Residency, Megha City, and Asian Inn.

The Best Budget Hotels in Hyderabad for Honeymooners

When you are planning your honeymoon in this historic city, there are several budget hotels in Hyderabad that are available. These include SM Deccan Park, Our Nest, and Hotel Raintr33. After all, a honeymoon is the beginning of a new journey and must be memorable.  

If you are a solo traveller and are looking to either explore the city for its many attractions or are visiting Hitech city for business, there are several cheap hotels in Hyderabad that are available. These include FabHotel Pearl City, Hotel Raintr33, Siri Inn Hospitality, and FabHotel Pride Inn. These budget hotels in Hyderabad provide you with the basic amenities such as free internet, air conditioning, running water, and parking amenities, and their proximity to top transits such as the bus station, airport, railway, and metro station as well as easy access to the tourist attractions.

Offbeat things to do during your stay in Hyderabad

If you are a movie buff, then a visit to the Ramoji Film City is a must. It is the world’s largest Film Studio complex. Keep aside an entire day to view the many sets and settings along with other exciting activities.  

If you are on the other hand visiting Hyderabad with children or exploring your inner child, plan a trip to Wonderla Amusement and Theme Park which is approximately 19km from the city centre. Or you could visit GravityZip which was India’s first indoor skydiving arena. You could also plan a visit to Thrill City, a virtual reality amusement park with a flying simulator, car simulator, and bowling alley. It also boasts of the world’s largest single-platform motion theatre.In old Hyderabad, you have the Nehru Zoological Park and KBR National park, and Hyderabad Botanical Garden in Jubilee Hills. Do visit the tiny, but gorgeous NTR Gardens adjacent to the Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad.

Best Time to Visit Hyderabad

If you plan a trip to Hyderabad, it is best to keep in mind the weather conditions. The summers in Hyderabad begin from May to July and it is scorching and humid at that time. Hence, it is best to avoid visiting in these months. The monsoons are from August to October and the rains are moderate to heavy. This makes the weather pleasant. However, there is also a likelihood of being caught in heavy rains which may put a damper on your outdoor plans. 

Winters in Hyderabad are from November until February. The weather is cold and it is ideal for shopping and sightseeing. Therefore, the best time to visit Hyderabad is from October to March.