How to Book Room in Tirumala 2026 – Online & Offline Guide for All TTD Guest Houses

Quick Answer: TTD rooms in Tirumala are booked online at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in up to 90 days in advance — you must have a darshan or seva ticket to book. Offline rooms are available at the CRO counter in Tirumala from early morning but run out within 1–2 hours. There are NO private hotels in Tirumala — all rooms are TTD-managed.

Types of TTD Rooms in Tirumala – Price Comparison

When Does TTD Release Room Booking Quota?

TTD releases online room booking quota 90 days in advance. For example, rooms for June 1 become available for booking on March 3.

• Set a reminder and log in to ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in on the release day — popular dates and guest houses sell out within hours
• You must have a valid darshan or seva ticket booked for the same period to be eligible for room booking
• Minimum 2 persons must be on the darshan/seva ticket to book a room

Check quota release dates: TTD Room & Darshan Quota Release Updates →

How to Book Room in Tirumala – Online Process (Step by Step)

⚠️ Important Alert: There are many fake websites claiming to book Tirumala rooms. Only book through the official TTD website: ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in. Never transfer money to any agent or third-party website.

1. Go to ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in and log in with your mobile number and OTP
2. Click on “Accommodation” under Pilgrim Services
3. Select your location from the dropdown:
   • Tirumala — for rooms on the hill (requires darshan/seva ticket)
   • Tirupati — for Srinivasam/Madhavam in Tirupati town (requires darshan ticket)
   • Tirupati (without ticket) — for Tholappa Gardens near Tiruchanur (no ticket needed)
   • Talakona — for rooms near Talakona waterfalls (70 km from temple)
   • Vontimitta — for rooms near Vontimitta temple (115 km from Tirupati)
4. Select date, time slot, room type, and number of persons. Click Continue.
5. Enter pilgrim details (name, ID, phone, email) — the phone number receives your room allotment SMS
6. Complete payment. Download your room booking receipt immediately.
7. On arrival at Tirumala, scan your receipt at the ARP Counter near CRO Office — your room gets allotted within 15–30 minutes and you receive an SMS
8. Report to the allotted cottage reception within 30 minutes of receiving the SMS or the room will be released

How to Book ₹100 Room in Tirumala (Vishnu Nivasam)

The ₹100 room at Vishnu Nivasam in Tirumala is the most sought-after accommodation. Here is how to get it:

• Online: Select Tirumala in the accommodation dropdown, choose Vishnu Nivasam, select the ₹100 room type. These rooms are released 90 days in advance and sell out extremely fast — within minutes of the release time.
• Offline (CRO counter): The CRO counter in Tirumala opens early morning (typically 5 AM). Arrive by 3–4 AM to have a chance at the ₹100 rooms. Rooms are allotted on a first-come first-served waitlist basis.
• Aadhaar card is mandatory. Facial recognition is used — only 1 room can be booked per person within 30 days.

Offline Room Booking at CRO Counter – Tirumala

Tirumala offline room allotment is handled at the CRO (Central Reservation Office) in Tirumala. After facial recognition was introduced, all offline counters were consolidated to CRO only.

• Counter opens early morning — typically 5 AM or as per current rush
• Only 1,000–1,500 offline rooms are available per day; they sell out within 1–2 hours of opening
• Many pilgrims queue from 3–4 AM to secure a spot
• Aadhaar card is mandatory — your face will be scanned at the counter
• You receive a waitlist number after registration. When a room becomes available, it is automatically allotted to the next person in the waitlist
• You receive an SMS to your registered mobile number when a room is allotted
• Report to the cottage reception within 30 minutes of receiving the SMS — else the room will be cancelled
• Currently taking 5–6 hours from registration to room allotment

Booking Multiple Rooms or Rooms for Multiple Days

Darshan or seva ticket for 2+ members is mandatory for each room booking.

If you need 2 rooms or want to stay for 2+ days:

• 2 rooms: Book from 2 different mobile numbers with 2 different sets of Aadhaar details. Each booking needs its own separate darshan ticket for 2 members.
• 2-day stay: Book online for Day 1. For Day 2, inform the reception that you are extending. They collect the room rent and caution deposit offline for the extension.
• Facial recognition limit: Only 1 room can be booked per person within 30 days — agents cannot block multiple rooms anymore.

Please note: Tirumala has only 25,000–30,000 rooms total, but 70,000+ pilgrims visit daily. If you can adjust, staying in 1 room helps other pilgrims get accommodation. Do not book multiple rooms unless absolutely necessary.

Getting a Room with a Recommendation Letter

1. Visit the JEO Office in Tirumala with your recommendation letter (from MLA, MP, IAS, or other authorized officials) and get it stamped for approval
2. Visit Padmavathi Guest House Enquiry Office and submit the stamped letter along with Aadhaar card copies of 2 pilgrims
3. Based on availability, a room will be allotted in any cottage. No guarantee of a specific cottage.

Mutt and Satram Rooms in Tirumala

Several mutts (religious monasteries) in Tirumala offer accommodation to pilgrims, often free or at very nominal cost. These are community-specific. See: Tirumala Mutts – Contact Details →

Didn’t Get a Room in Tirumala? Other Options

• Tholappa Gardens (Tiruchanur): TTD accommodation near Padmavathi Temple, 5 km from Tirupati city centre. No darshan ticket required. Book online under “Tirupati” location.
• Private hotels in Tirupati town: Many comfortable options near the railway station and bus stand. Take APSRTC buses to Tirumala daily for darshan.
• Mutt rooms: Community-based, available at the respective mutt offices in Tirumala on walk-in basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a room in Tirumala without a darshan ticket?
No. TTD online room booking in Tirumala requires a valid darshan or seva ticket for 2+ persons. Exception: Tholappa Gardens (Tiruchanur) can be booked without a darshan ticket.

When does TTD release room booking quota?
90 days in advance. Rooms for a date open at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in 90 days prior. Popular dates sell out within hours.

How to book ₹100 room in Tirumala?
Book online via ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in — select Tirumala, choose Vishnu Nivasam, select the ₹100 category. Or try the CRO offline counter early morning (arrive by 3–4 AM for the best chance).

Is room extension possible in Tirumala?
Yes. Inform your cottage reception before checkout time. They collect the room rent and caution deposit offline for the additional day.

Are there private hotels in Tirumala?
No. All accommodation in Tirumala is TTD-controlled. There are no private hotels on the hill. Mutts provide community-specific accommodation.

How long does offline room allotment take at CRO?
Typically 5–6 hours from registration to room allotment. You receive an SMS when your room is ready.

Can I book a room for my family of 6 in Tirumala?
The online system books based on 2 persons per booking, but up to 6 persons can stay in one room. If you need 2 separate rooms, use 2 different phone numbers and 2 darshan ticket bookings.