Overall, the hotel is a good option for a budget-friendly stay. The rooms are clean, the food is decent, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the location is very convenient — within walking distance from Fateh Sagar Lake. Another benefit is that the property is away from the highly congested areas, yet shops and basic requirements are easily accessible nearby, which makes the stay comfortable. Having said that, there were a few aspects where we felt the property could improve to enhance the guest experience. The building has a nice look with a slightly royal touch, but some elements did not fully match current market standards. For example, the doors and manual locking system felt a bit outdated. In the bathroom, only basic kits (soap and dental kit) were provided, whereas many hotels now offer slightly more complete toiletry sets. The bed was comfortable, but the rest of the room furniture was quite compact — even the coffee table was too small for two people to use comfortably.
We stayed for two days and tried various dishes, including both veg and non-veg. The food was overall good and well prepared; however, the non-veg lacked a bit of authentic flavour — for example, the fish tikka was tender and nicely cooked, but the fish flavour wasn’t strong, which gave an impression that frozen fish might have been used. Veg dishes were absolutely fine. Breakfast items were okay; however, very few options and the taste is something that does not give a typical “hotel breakfast” feel.
One thing that we really appreciated was the access to the rooftop. It’s a great advantage for people who enjoy sitting, relaxing, and hanging out. Guests are allowed to enjoy their own liquor there, and there are no extra charges for using the rooftop area or the accessories provided. Even the fire pit is available at no additional cost, which is a rare and highly appreciated gesture — especially since many hotels in north Indian tourist areas like Mussoorie and Himachal usually charge extra for this.
Overall, it’s a nice place to stay if you are looking for a budget stay with a comfortable environment and minimal restrictions. With a little improvement in food quality and room furnishing standards, the experience could become even better.