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Thirunallar temple

Stay near Thirunallar temple

About 5 minutes from the Saneeswaran temple. Go for darshan early, come back for breakfast, and rest in the garden before an evening visit.

Looking for a hotel near Thirunallar Saneeswaran temple? RK Resorts is a 15-room garden resort in Thirunallar (also spelt Tirunallar), Karaikal, a short drive from the Sri Dharbaranyeswarar temple and its shrine to Shani, or Saturn. Families come for Saturday darshan, the Nala Theertham bath and Sani Peyarchi, and stay with us for a quiet night, a pool and a proper meal.

About 5 minutes by road

To the temple

The closest comfortable stay to the temple

The Sellur bus stop is at our gate, and Thirunallar railway station is about 5 minutes away. Our travel desk can arrange a car to the temple and to the other Navagraha temples.

Before 7 am on Saturdays

Plan your darshan

Beat the Saturday queues

Saturdays are the busiest day, with queues that can last hours. The temple opens at 5:00 am on Saturdays, so stay the night before and join the queue early. On other days it is usually open from 6:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Timings change on festival days.

After the Nala Theertham bath

Rest and eat

Come back, freshen up, eat well

Many devotees bathe in Nala Theertham before darshan. Come back to a hot shower in your room, a South Indian breakfast at Crave on the CP plan, and a quiet garden to rest in. Check-in is at 2 pm and check-out at 12 noon; ask us about early check-in or late check-out, subject to availability.

Sani Peyarchi and festivals

Book early

Rooms fill fast on big days

Sani Peyarchi, Saturn's transit roughly every two and a half years, brings the largest crowds to Thirunallar, and rooms nearby fill up early. The most recent was on 6 March 2026. Book direct for our best rate, or WhatsApp us for family and group bookings.

FAQ

Good to know

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How far is RK Resorts from Thirunallar temple?
About 5 minutes by road. The Sellur bus stop is at our gate, and Thirunallar railway station is also about 5 minutes away.
What are the Thirunallar temple timings?
The temple is usually open from 6:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm. On Saturdays it opens at 5:00 am and stays open until 9:00 pm. Timings change on festival days.
When is the best time to visit Thirunallar temple?
Weekdays are calmer. Saturdays are the busiest day, with queues that can last hours, so stay the night before and arrive before 7 am. Sani Peyarchi brings the largest crowds of all.
Can I check in early or check out late around my darshan?
Standard check-in is 2:00 pm and check-out is 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may be chargeable, so tell us your temple plan when you book.
Is breakfast available after the temple visit?
Yes. Stays on the CP plan include a South Indian breakfast at Crave, and visitors can have breakfast for ₹310 per person. Crave is open 11 am to 10 pm for lunch and dinner.
Can you arrange a car to Thirunallar and the other Navagraha temples?
Yes. Our travel desk can arrange a car to Thirunallar and plan the full Navagraha temple circuit from the resort.
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