"This is an imposing square structure in Indo- Islamic style. Though generally identified as the Queen's Bath, it is not known on what occasions it was used or by whom. The structure consists of a bath of 15 m square and 1.8 m deep with corridors surrounding it. A chute on the east provides water to the bath from a water channel that runs around the structure. A flight of steps leads to the bath at north. The corridors have 24 vaulted bays defined by arches. It has a small entrance at the south and large arched openings on all other three sides. A stair on the southeast side of the corridor leads to the roof of the structure. It also has eight balconies, two on each side, projecting into the bath. Another balcony projects into the exterior wall at the south. Both the exterior and interior faces of these balconies are decorated with geometric, arabesque, and foliate designs. Leaping yalis can be seen at the corners where the balconies meet the side walls. The ceiling of the corridor has varied plaster decorated domes and vaults with lotus medallion in the centre. The exterior of the structure is austere, except for the stone corbels indicating the presence of an eave in the past. A fragment of the original parapet is visible on the north."

Rajiv Ranjan

"The Queen’s Bath in Hampi is an absolute gem and one of the highlights of my visit to this incredible heritage site. The structure might seem simple from the outside, but step in, and you're transported back to the opulence of the Vijayanagara empire. The Indo-Islamic architecture is stunning — beautifully arched corridors, intricately carved balconies, and a central pool that once held water for royal use.

It’s easy to imagine the grandeur this place once held. The design is not only elegant but also incredibly advanced for its time, with ancient water channels and drainage systems that are still visible.

The area is well maintained, clean, and surrounded by a peaceful atmosphere, making it perfect for quiet reflection and photography. It’s a relatively quick stop, but absolutely worth it for history lovers and architecture enthusiasts.

Don’t miss it while exploring Hampi – it offers a unique perspective on the private lives of royalty from centuries past."

Gayathri Sasidharan

"The Queen’s Bath is a rectangular building. The structure has an area of 30 square metres. A large sunken bath constructed in the centre of the structure has an area of 15 square metres and a depth of 1.8 metres. The bath is surrounded by beautiful arched corridors having pillars and projecting ornate balconies with windows.
Each arched bay surrounding the bath is decorated with intricate carved stucco ornamentation on the ceilings and the vaults placed above the arched bays. There are stone steps that lead down to the floor of the bath. However, there is no ceiling over the bath and it is open to the sky."

ANISHA SUNNY