I checked in yesterday for a two-night stay in their suite with a bathtub. My flight landed at 7 AM, and I had already spoken to the hotel beforehand requesting an early check-in. Unfortunately, despite the room being vacant, we were made to wait two hours before being given the keys. I understand hotel policies may not allow early check-in more than four hours before standard time, but what was disappointing was that even during those two hours in the lobby, it took them an hour just to serve us a glass of water.
The suite itself is spacious, with two bathrooms, a sitting area, and a bedroom. However, I learned that the property is 15 years old, and it shows. The room has wooden paneling on all walls, but the storage space is limited—just one cupboard, which is inadequate for even two people. The mattress was slightly smaller than the bed, affecting the aesthetics. The room had a musty smell, like it hadn’t been aired out in a while. The bathroom is large with a bathtub, but the fittings, mirror, and toilet look old and in need of replacement. There was no hot water during my first day. The French windows in both the bedroom and sitting area have visible water stains, which affect the view. Outside the room, the passageway has water dripping from the roof, possibly from AC vents.
I requested a room freshener to deal with the musty smell, but it never arrived. The reception staff were polite but not particularly warm—everything was handled in a matter-of-fact way without much hospitality.
On the positive side, the location is excellent—right in the Hazratganj area, close to all major tourist spots in Lucknow. I’ve only stayed one night so far, so let’s see how today goes.