Andhra Pradesh Tourism (APTDC) Haritha Hotels and Resorts

APTDC Haritha hotels are the state tourism hotels of Andhra Pradesh. They are run by the Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC). You find them in the hills, on beaches, near temples and at heritage spots across the state. GoldBox Holidays helps you choose a Haritha hotel and book your room.

Where the Haritha hotels are

Visakhapatnam and the hills: Visakhapatnam, four resorts in the Araku valley, and Lambasingi.

Godavari and Krishna region: Dindi in the Konaseema coconut belt, Dwaraka Tirumala, Vijayawada (Bhavani Island and Berm Park), Amaravathi, Ettipotala, Nagarjuna Sagar and Suryalanka beach.

Rayalaseema: Srisailam, Mahanandi, Ahobilam, Kurnool, Orvakallu, Gandikota, Kadapa, Vontimitta, Gandikshetram, Idupulapaya, Puligundu, Horsley Hills, Lepakshi, Srikalahasti and Kailasakona.

Nellore coast: Nellore, Mypadu beach and Tada near Pulicat lake.

Popular picks

• Araku Haritha Valley Resort
• Lambasingi Haritha Resort
• Horsley Hills Haritha Hill Resort
• Gandikota Haritha Hotel
• Haritha Beach Resort Suryalanka
• Bhavani Island Haritha Resort Vijayawada
• Srisailam Haritha Hotel

What kind of stay to expect

These are simple, clean government-run stays, not luxury hotels. Room types and facilities change from place to place, so check each hotel page. Most have a restaurant, and many offer AC and non-AC rooms.

Booking tips

• Araku and Lambasingi are busiest in winter, from November to January. Book early.
• Srisailam, Ahobilam and Srikalahasti fill up on festival days such as Maha Shivaratri.
• Beach resorts get crowded on weekends. Weekdays are calmer.
• Carry a photo ID for every adult.

Common questions

Who runs Haritha hotels in Andhra Pradesh?

APTDC, the state tourism corporation, runs them. GoldBox Holidays is a private travel company that helps you book.

Which Haritha hotel is best for a cool-weather trip?

Try the Araku valley resorts, Lambasingi or Horsley Hills. All three are hill spots and stay cool in winter.