The Garden Lawn
150 guests max1,500 sq.ft.
Mysore, Karnataka, India, India
The Malgudi Restaurant sits at the heart of The Green Hotel, a heritage property housed in a former maharaja's palace in Jayalakshmipuram, Mysore. The restaurant draws its name from the fictional South Indian town made famous by the novelist R. K. Narayan — and like that literary creation, the space carries a distinctive, unhurried character rooted in local culture and tradition. The interiors reflect the old-world charm of the palace building itself: high ceilings, period architectural details, and a setting that feels removed from the pace of modern hospitality. Dining here is less a transaction and more an experience of Mysore's layered heritage.
The Green Hotel was established as a social enterprise, and the Malgudi Restaurant operates within that ethos — proceeds support charitable projects in Karnataka, which means every event held in this space contributes to a broader community purpose. That story is a genuine differentiator for event planners seeking a venue with meaning beyond the occasion itself.
The Malgudi Restaurant is well suited to private dining events, corporate lunches and dinners, cultural gatherings, and intimate celebrations. Its heritage setting and South Indian culinary identity make it a compelling choice for occasions that benefit from atmosphere and narrative — product launches with a cultural angle, curated culinary experiences, team dinners for visiting corporate groups, or small social celebrations that call for something more personal than a conventional banquet hall.
The restaurant's connection to the broader Green Hotel property also means event organisers can coordinate with the hotel's accommodation, gardens, and other event spaces to create a fuller programme — whether that is a morning conference followed by an evening dinner in the Malgudi, or a multi-day stay for an outstation group. The property's ethos of responsible, community-conscious hospitality resonates particularly well with NGOs, cultural organisations, and socially minded corporate teams.
The Green Hotel occupies a palace building in Jayalakshmipuram, one of Mysore's quieter residential neighbourhoods. The city itself is renowned as the cultural capital of Karnataka — home to the Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and the celebrated Dasara festival — and this location places guests within comfortable reach of those landmarks while offering a tranquil retreat from the busier tourist corridors.
Mysore is well connected by rail and road from Bengaluru, approximately 150 kilometres away, and the city's railway station and bus terminals are accessible from the property. For guests arriving by air, Mysore Airport serves select routes, while Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru is the primary gateway for most long-distance travellers. The neighbourhood setting of Jayalakshmipuram gives the Malgudi Restaurant a calm, residential quality that is rare for a venue of its historical stature — lending events here a sense of occasion without the noise and congestion of a city-centre location.
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The Malgudi Restaurant is suited to private dining events, corporate lunches and dinners, cultural gatherings, and intimate social celebrations. Its heritage palace setting and South Indian culinary identity make it particularly appealing for occasions that benefit from atmosphere and a meaningful story. Event planners should contact the venue directly to discuss specific requirements and suitability.
The restaurant is set inside a former maharaja's palace in Jayalakshmipuram and operates as part of The Green Hotel, a social enterprise whose proceeds support charitable projects in Karnataka. This means events held here carry a community benefit beyond the occasion itself, which is a genuine differentiator for socially minded organisations and individuals. The heritage interiors — high ceilings and period architectural detail — add a layer of character that conventional hotel restaurants typically cannot offer.
The restaurant takes its name from the fictional South Indian town created by celebrated novelist R. K. Narayan, whose work is deeply associated with the culture and pace of Karnataka. The name reflects the space's deliberate connection to local literary and cultural heritage, setting a tone of warmth and unhurried hospitality.
Exclusive-use arrangements for private events are best confirmed directly with The Green Hotel's events team, as availability and terms will depend on the date, event size, and operational schedule. Guests are encouraged to reach out well in advance, particularly for weekend or festival-season bookings.
The Green Hotel has its own in-house dining operation, and catering for events at the Malgudi Restaurant would typically be managed by the property's kitchen team. Whether outside caterers are permitted is something to clarify directly with the hotel, as policies can vary based on the nature of the event.
The Green Hotel operates as a social enterprise, meaning proceeds from the property — including event bookings — contribute to charitable projects in Karnataka. For organisations such as NGOs, cultural groups, and corporate teams with community responsibility goals, this means their event spend has a demonstrable social impact. The hotel's team can provide more detail on the specific initiatives supported.
Yes, because the restaurant sits within the broader Green Hotel property, event organisers can coordinate with the hotel's gardens, accommodation, and other spaces to build a multi-part programme. A typical combination might be a morning conference or workshop followed by an evening dinner in the Malgudi, or a residential retreat spread across several days. The events team can advise on how the different spaces work together.
The Green Hotel is a heritage hotel and does offer guest rooms within the palace building, making it possible for outstation attendees to stay on the property itself. This is a practical advantage for multi-day corporate programmes or destination celebrations where participants are travelling from Bengaluru or further afield. Room availability and rates should be confirmed directly with the hotel.
The Green Hotel is located in Jayalakshmipuram, and the distance to Mysore Railway Station is best confirmed with the hotel or via a current mapping service, as travel time can vary by route. Mysore is well connected to Bengaluru by rail, making the station a key arrival point for many event guests.
Mysore is approximately 150 kilometres from Bengaluru, and guests commonly travel by train, private car, or bus — all of which connect to Mysore city, from where the Jayalakshmipuram neighbourhood is accessible by auto-rickshaw or cab. For guests flying in, Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru is the primary gateway, and onward travel to Mysore is straightforward by road or rail.
Parking arrangements at the property should be confirmed directly with The Green Hotel, as the heritage palace setting may have specific logistics for vehicle access. The hotel's events team will be best placed to advise on parking capacity and any arrangements for larger guest groups.
Specific AV equipment, lighting, and décor options available through the property should be discussed with the hotel's events team, as what is offered can vary based on event type and size. The heritage interiors of the restaurant provide a strong ambient backdrop, which often reduces the need for elaborate décor. Planners with specific technical requirements are encouraged to discuss these early in the booking conversation.
As a heritage building — a former maharaja's palace — the physical structure of The Green Hotel may present certain accessibility considerations. Guests with specific mobility requirements are advised to contact the hotel directly to understand the layout and what accommodations can be made, so that no one is caught off guard on the day of the event.
Prospective event hosts can reach out to The Green Hotel's team through the official website at greenhotelindia.com or by contacting the property directly by phone or email. The team will typically want to know the proposed date, expected guest numbers, and the nature of the event in order to provide a relevant proposal. Booking well in advance is advisable, especially for weekends and the Dasara festival season when Mysore sees high visitor demand.
The space is particularly well suited to events with a cultural or heritage angle, given its palace setting, its namesake connection to R. K. Narayan's literary world, and The Green Hotel's broader commitment to Karnataka's community and traditions. Corporate teams seeking a distinctive, story-rich dinner venue — rather than a standard hotel banquet room — will find that the Malgudi delivers atmosphere that is hard to replicate elsewhere in Mysore.
