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Cicada Kabini

60/1, Nishana, Karapura Village | Antarasante Hobli, H D Kote Taluk, Nagarhole 571114, India
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Cicada Kabini
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Nagarhole
4.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
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chennai
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

We were planning for a long time to experience kabini and we ended up selecting.... The Serai ......(formerly known Cicada)..It was one of the best resort experience in India.The room was great ...The staff are very courteous ... The food served was also good....All in All it was a very memorable experience.....Serai made our break a very memorable one.... More

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Bangalore, Karnataka, India
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Had visit The Serai, Kabini (formerly Cicada) in the month of December, 2011. I have often heard people complaining of the terrible 12Km stretch just before reaching Kabini, i actually dont mind this one bit and think it a as actually 'good' slows down the city folks within village limits. :D Coming to the Stay, one word can sum it... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2012
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Coming from Mysore we had some difficulties getting to the Serai. First, nobody had informed us that the Cicada Kabini was now called Serai. This was probably due to confusions with the nearby Kabini River Lodge. An then the roads leading to this place - they were really awful and so full of potholes that we needed almost a full... More

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Jammu City, India
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012

The best thing about kabini is excellent landscape. The rooms are good and spacious. Tea and coffee makers are provided in the simple, elegant rooms. The food in the restaurant is just okey. The beautiful surroundings keep the mood cheerful till the time taken for the meal to be served. A tour by boat in the deep, seren backwaters or... More

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Bangalore
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
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This is heaven on earth indeed. Fantastic little villas as accommodation, well appointed, with little private patio overlooking the lake. Quiet, serene! Staff is very helpful and courteous, and will also provide very knowledgable help for tours to Nagarhole/Bandipur by boat or car, and also across the lake to a 1000 year old temple. We went there during monsoon, so... More

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Gaithersburg, MD
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011
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This was one of the best wildlife experiences I have had. The lodge is amazing with modern cottages, amazing bathrooms and comfortable beds. The cottages were air-conditioned and had a private porch with a hammock. Location is the best attribute of this facility. It is on the Kabini lake and there is plenty of wildlife to be seen right from... More

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Bangalore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2011
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My wife and I booked a 3 night package in early April for our anniversary and ended up booking an extra 2 nights because we liked it so much. Right from the welcome on arrival we were treated to exceptional service by all the staff. The rooms are really nice, we stayed in room 15 as well as room 1.... More

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Wisbech, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2011
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We stayed here for 2 nights towards the end of our Indian holiday. We had never been to a safari before so didn't know what to really expect. The greeting we had when we arrived was amazing. We were upgraded to a lake view detached villa which was amazing. It was large, extremely clean with a wonderful view. There are... More

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San Francisco, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2011
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The Serai has recently taken over the Cicada Kabini (2009 or 2010), so please read reviews accordingly! The property is newly renovated and five-stars all the way. Every detail is well-designed--very chic aesthetic throughout. Recommend an all-inclusive (American) package for three nights. Spend time at the pool/hammocks along the Kabini River in between jeep/boat safaris. Incredibly peaceful and romantic. Not... More

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Bangalore
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011

My only point to pick with this resort was the way it was priced for the facilities it offered. the cottages were okay, the food was just okay, activities were just okay, after the first day we were bored. It felt like there was nothing to do and the staff just kept insisting on us taking the jungle safari. Obviously... More

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Address: 60/1, Nishana, Karapura Village | Antarasante Hobli, H D Kote Taluk, Nagarhole 571114, India
Price range (per night):* INR15,550 - 21,800

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