Sabarimala temple attracts about 45–50 million pilgrims annually, the largest number in the world, even though the temple is closed for most of the year. It is open only from mid-November to last week of December, and from mid-January to mid-April, apart from 6 days at the beginning of each month in the Malayalam calendar.
The temple is situated atop a steep hill, which is surrounded by many hills covered with dense forestation in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala at a height of about 1530 feet. The travel weary pilgrims need a place to rest after their arduous journey and there are plenty of guest houses and travel bungalows which cater to the pilgrims, managed by private parties or the Kerala government or the Devaswom Board.
Though the governing body of the Sabarimala temple does not allow any hotels on the holy hills, there are plenty of hotels and resorts in the neighborhood to choose from. The Sabarimala map is useful in locating the convenient place of stay.
Hotel Wild Corridor
It is the nearest hotel to the Sabarimala temple at just under 12 kilometers distance. It is a luxurious boutique hotel offering the best of nature and the best of all modern conveniences. Set amidst thousands of acres of lush forests and rolling hills, the hotel is aptly named.
• Accommodation: 13 elevated villas, ideal for wildlife spotting, 33 spacious rooms and the 2 private villas, meant for honeymooners make you feel one with nature while also being pampered.
• Food: The multi-cuisine restaurant The Lemon Grass offers delectable dishes up for the guests. The Grill is a great place to enjoy the scenery while also enjoying pool side barbeques and other grilled delicacies.
• Services: Business conferencing facilities, internet, secretarial services, etc. are available for those who might want to utilize them. It also provides sports facilities like gym and swimming pool apart from the standard services like laundry, valet, room service, cable TV, etc. Other special services like yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic treatments and massages are also available to the guests to enjoy.
