The Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple is most famous temple in Maharastre situated near the city of Solapur.
The temple named as the Vatavruksh Mandir, houses an ancient Banyan tree, where the saint used to preach his followers. The holy tree attracts devotees attention.
You will see total of five temples in temple premises. Belongings of Maharaj have been preserved and displayed here for darshan of his devotees.
The temple is one of the most important pilgrimage center of Maharashtra & Karnataka. You must visit it once.
Akkalkot Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple (Solapur)
Bhiu nakos mi tuzya pathishi aahe
भिऊ नकोस मी तुझ्या पाठीशी आहे
Akkalkot Swami Samarth Mandir Temple Darshan timings
Temple Timings : 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
| 5.00 am | Kakad Aarti |
| 7.00 am to 11.00 am | Abhishek puja |
| 8.00 am to 10.00 am | Laghu Rudra |
| 12.00 noon | Aarti & Maha-Naivedya |
| 8.00 pm to 8.45 pm | Shej-Aarti |
Every Thursday 8.00 pm to 10.00 pm Aarti & Palkhi
Vatavruksha Swami Mandir Prasad timings
12.00 noon (daily)
8.00 pm (daily)
Main events (Yatra)
- Shri Swami Samartha Pragat din – Chaitra Shuddha Dwitiya
- Shri Swami Samartha Punyatithi – Chitra Vaidya Trayodashi
- Guru Pornima – Ashad Shuddha Pornima
- Shri Datta Jayanti – MargaShirsha Shuddha Pornima
- Gangapur yatra – Magha Vadya Pratipada
Notes :
- Photography is not allowed inside the temple premises
- Washroom facility is not so good in this temple
How to Reach Akkalkot
BY FLIGHT
- Nearest airport to Akkalkot is Sambre Airport.
- Akkalkot is 254 km away from Sambre Airport (IXG), Belgaum, Karnataka
BY TRAIN
- There are many trains to Akkalkot from all the major cities of India.
- Railway Station: Akkalkot Road (AKOR)
BY BUS
- You will get Buses from all major cities of the India (mainly Pune, Mumbai, Nagur, Belgaum, Bangalore etc)
- Bus Station name: Akalkot
Hotels and Bhakt Niwas Akalkot :
1) Official Bhakt Niwas Akalkot
There are two locations for Bhakt Niwas at Akkalkot by Sansthan.
Below location is the old bhakt niwas which is slightly away from the temple (10-15 mins walk) and looks to be old one.
I went here since Google maps was showing this location. Here room rents are as low as 500 Rs only. I went to see the quality of rooms, however felt slight discomfort due to toilet cleanliness. Hence came back to reception and asked if they have AC rooms (since rent for AC rooms is high normally they are clean), but this Bhakt niwas do not have AC rooms so they told me to go to newly built Yatri niwas and Yatri bhuvan which are located adjacent to the temple.
First have a look at old Bhakt Niwas photos of Akkalkot (I did not book room here but went to Yatri Niwas / Yatri Bhuvan)
Bhakta nivas room online booking … Click here to goto Sansthan website
Room prices here are only 500 Rs but they are old ones as well as away from main temple, so I went to Yatri Niwas / Yatri Bhuvan.
Yatri Niwas / Yatri Bhuvan
These are new buildings and hence better than old Bhakt niwas. Here also the prices start from 500 Rs and for AC room they run upto 2700 Rs.
Here also I checked all different rooms and finally selected AC room since the toilets were clean (comparatively). Overall these stay locations are good, however slightly more efforts can make this place as good as Gajajan maharaj Shegaon facility.
I am preparing complete video of rooms, temple premises and my experience and shall post soon on youtube. (Please comment if you need some specific information in that video)
Gangapur Road, Near Swami Samarth Maharaj Temple, Akkalkot, Maharashtra 413216
Phone numbers 02181 – 221180 / Yatri Nivas 02181 – 222555 / Yatri Bhuvan 02181 – 222587
श्री स्वामी समर्थ अन्नछत्र मंडळ ट्रस्ट, अक्कलकोट, सोलापूर.
☎ दुरध्वनी : कार्यालय : ०२१८१ – २२११८० / यात्री निवास : ०२१८१ – २२२५५५ / यात्री भुवन : ०२१८१ – २२२५८७
web: www.swamiannacchatra.org ✉ ई-मेल : contactus@swamiannacchatra.org
Sansthan stay facility is very good and safe, with big parking having only 45 Rs charges, so I will recommend you all to stay in Bhakt niwas or Yatri bhuwan or Yatri niwas only. However in case you are there in period when there is high crowd then only for reference I am adding some photos below
(Please note that I have not gone to see these hotels from inside and only had photos from outside only for reference, also there is no parking place available for outside hotels and you need to park on narrow road with lot of risk so I recommend only to use Sansthan facility for stay)
2) Hotel Ajinkyatara, Akkalkot 08698135675
Vijay Bag, 989/2, 989/2, Solapur – Akkalkot Rd, Akkalkot, Maharashtra 413216
Google location : https://goo.gl/maps/y6GcDjextLuLiQvT6
This is a budget hotel located about 1.5 km from the Akkalkot temple. It has a restaurant, a bar, and a swimming pool. It also has free Wi-Fi and parking.
3) Masuti Homestay (Phone 8152924250)
This is a homestay located in Hippargi, about 5 km from Akkalkot. It is a good option for those looking for a more traditional experience. It has 4 rooms and offers home cooked meals.
Google location : https://goo.gl/maps/VyXT9FPo8fkQAj1b6
Address : MASUTI HOUSE, BYPASS ROAD, behind NEW PALACE, Hippargi, Akkalkot, Maharashtra 413216
4) Avadhut Residency & Bhakta Niwas Akkalkot 09418589888
This is a lodge located about 2 km from the Akkalkot temple. It has a variety of rooms, including AC rooms and non-AC rooms. It also has a restaurant and a parking lot.
Google location : https://goo.gl/maps/qCLLgy3qrnPHqSZD6
Address : Maindargi Road, Vidyanagar, Akkalkot, Maharashtra 413216
5) Shri Swami Krupa Sadan Akkalkot
6) GREEN VILLAGE RESORT
7) Shri Guru Datta Guest House
8) Krushna Guest House
9) Shankar Residency
10) Vrundavan Hotel
11) MATOSHREE GUESTHOUSE
12) Jyotiba Guest house Akkalkot
13) Swapnapurti Lodge
Best Hotels / Restaurants in Akkalkot for Bk fast, Lunch and Dinner
1) Joshi Bhojanalay (09552791910)
Joshi Bhojnalaya, near sarjerao sabhagruha Fateh singh chowk, Main Rd, Juna Adat Bazar, Akkalkot, Maharashtra 413216
2) Girija Restaurant & Cafe
This restaurant serves a variety of South Indian and Indian cuisine. It is located opposite Raje Fattesingh Ground, behind Ram Mandir. It is open from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
3) Balaji Pure Veg Restaurant
This restaurant serves only vegetarian food. It is located near swami Samarth Mandir Tal, Dist. It is open from 11:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
4) S K Food Plaza
This restaurant serves pizzas, burgers, and other fast food. It is located near rajerayamath,A 1 chowk, Station Rd. It is open from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
5) BBC Kitchen’s Hotel Annapurna Pure Veg Family Garden & Restaurant
This restaurant serves a variety of Indian cuisine in a garden setting. It is located on Akkalkot-Mohol Road. It is open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
6) Hotel Green Park
This hotel has a restaurant that serves Indian and Chinese cuisine. It is located on Akkalkot-Mohol Road. It is open from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
7) Shri Sai Samarth Idli Gruh
8) Hotel Ritesh Bar and Restaurant
9) Hotel Manisha Veg&nonveg family restaurant
10) Hotel RUBY BAR & Restaurant
11) Cafe Espresso
Room for 18/4/2018
Dear Santosh, You can do online Room booking for Akkalkot Bhakt niwas or yatri niwas or yatri bhuwan. Alternatively please call the phone numbers given in the beginning of my blog post for any inquiries. I recomment going to New yatri niwas where rooms are freshly built.
plz send yatri niwas contact no
please give me akkalkot Mandir contact
Good information Mahesh. I want to visit in next 2 days, but due to covid I am not aware of the temple being kept open fir darshan. Where should I call to get this information
Shri Swami Samarth.
Mala maharajanchya Darshanachi icchha aahe. Mi yeu shakto ka.
इच्छा तिथे मार्ग आहे… महाराजांच्या वर पूर्ण श्रद्धा असेल तर नक्कीच दर्शन होईल… 😊🙏
जय जय श्री स्वामी समर्थ 🙏
भिऊ नकोस मी तुझ्या पाठीशी आहे 🙋
Shri swami samarth 🙏
Calls not getting picked. Could you please share online booking site for yatri bhuvan or yatri niwas?
Also can you confirm which will be better for family?
There is no online Darshan booking however you can book महाप्रसाद online from swamiannacchatra.org
Online booking is only for अन्नछत्र.. Not for rooms…
यात्री भुवन which is just in front of temple is newly built and good for family.
तिथे रूम मिळू शकेल का
फोन करून चौकशी करू शकता
जय श्री स्वामी समर्थ 😊🙏
Can you help me with darshan pass for Swami Samarth Temple Akkalkot.
As per my info there is no online Darshan booking.
However you can do online Maha प्रसाद booking from their website swamiannacchatra.org
Mahaprsaad online booking website sangal ka
https://www.swamiannacchatra.org/
This is the website, but not sure why it’s not working
Complete vaccination is compulsory or not for Darshan purpose??
Swami Samarth
Akalkot madhe rahanyachi kahi vyavastha hoil ka ? Aamhi.10 Jan aahot. All we are family
Shree Swami samarth 🙏🙏 akkalkot madhe rahnyachi kahi vyavstha ahe ka aamhi 3 jan aahot ?
तुम्हाला तिथे जाऊन रूम घ्याव्या लागतात…
भक्त निवास आहे
Can a single person get accommadation at Bhaktanivas.
As per my knowledge its not allowed, but suggest to call them on given phone number and check
As per my info not possible
No room for solo traveller
Don’t go to this Hotel. Service was worst, staff don’t cooperate. Rooms were not at all clean. Washrooms were not attached it was common and it was toooo dirty noone is available to clean those toilets and bathroom. Normal dustbin is not available in Rooms and washroom due to which people was throwing used sanitary napkins anywhere in washrooms and toilet. Complaint book is almost full but still no one is taking care.
Ohh… That’s too bad
Are you talking about bhakt niwas?
I will be solo traveler to akkolkot , so is there any option where I can get to clear my fresh n up activity (just for 1hour)???
There are many private Homestays / hotels where you can fresh up 👍
Mala yatri niwas cha number share kara
यातलं कोणतं निवडायचे यात्री भुवन की यात्री धाम ?
यात्री भुवन
Can I get separate room for couple.
Yes, for married couple you can get room. Need to show आधार कार्ड
Muze 26 ko अक्कलकोट jana hain kya waha pr kam kimmat me कमरा mil sakta hai ???3 jan hain….guruvar ko jada bhid hoti hain???
Shree Swami Samarth
Why online and on call room booking has closed? also room booking phone numbers are not working, I just called to head office, they told that they closed online as well as on call booking, hence all booking done only face to face on counter, every temple trust doing online booking, but at Aklkot it is closed.