Hotel Tara Palace, Chandni Chowk

The rooms was ok, the meal was ok, the free wifi(lobby only) was a nice surprise. We liked it for one night, dont think we would stay a week or even a weekend at this place, but for one night stop, its great.

You wouldn't expect this nice hotel to be in such a location. Located down a back alley of mad old Delhi, this hotel is clean, centrally located for Old Delhi tourist sights, good breakfast included, rooftop gives a great view of Old Delhi. On the negetive the air con broken on the 2nd to last day and it didnt get fixed but there was a fan in the room. It was a bit noisey at times with hotel noise, i.e. sounded like furniture was always being moved upstairs. No natural day light in the room but from other hotels we stayed in in Delhi that is normal.

Hotel was nice and clean and the staff was friendly and helpful and made their best. When you arrive 1.st time the entrance street may upset you. After couple of days you get used to it.

Basic but comfortable hotel near Red Fort in middle of Old Delhi. Don't expect any frills or finishing touches and location not for the faint hearted as hotel in a very poor area; but don't be put off, staff friendly and helpful and airport pick up was as arranged, we were greeted by a friendly driver who was already there waiting for us. We enjoyed our stay there and have booked in for another couple of nights when we head back to Delhi,

My family stayed at this hotel and I had booked it online from Expedia. So, I am writing this review on their behalf. We had no problems in booking or any other kind. They really liked the place because of its excellent location. Staff was nice and well mannered.

The hotel staff was great and very accomodating. The food was ok if you like Indian food. I'm not a big fan and wished they had a bigger selection of western food, but what I had was good. The main problem is the entrance and the surrounding neighboorhood. You enter down a alley that is typical old Delhi. It's not very clean. In fact the whold area is Old Delhi and you'll see a lot of sights and smells that are not very pleasant. But once you get used to it...it may take a couple of days...it has a particular charm and flavor that you'll not find anywhere else. Chandi Chowk is just around the corner and you'll find a lot of bargain shopping at the local markets. Close to the Jama Masjid and Red Fort and only a walk away from the Metro. All in all it was a good experience and even though the hotel only has wi-fi in the lobby...they also have a computer there for guests to use... I thought it was a good deal for what I paid.

\we arrived at 3am and were promptly met by the free airport shuttle. If you've never been to India before and this is your first time, you may want to consider something closer to the more touristic area and visit Old Delhi versus stay there. On the other hand, we acclimated more quickly than maybe we would have otherwise. Very close to Red Fort, but far from other sites. Hotel has tour office next door and we were able to do a tour of the most important Delhi sites in two days with car and driver for about 1200 rupees/day. Not too bad, but you can also get to the main sites for around 100-200 rupees by tuk tuk.

The hotel is located in an alley full of street vendors etc and it is kind of scary, but once you walk in to the hotel, it is a completely different atmosphere. The staff is very helpful, great food (fairly priced too), and clean rooms! What more to expect for such a price! A word of advise, if you are using their travel counter, try to get a good driver as almost all the drivers they gave took us to tourist traps! (gift shops which gives commission to drivers and restaurants (Red Onion New Delhi and Maharaja en route to Agra) who operates a higher priced menu for tourists who are bought in by drivers.

Unless you're in search of opulent luxury, this is about as good as it gets. Staff -- particularly the front desk -- are very helpful. Place is very clean and comfortable. I stayed for over a week so that should tell you something. I just wish they had wireless in the rooms instead of only in the lobby.

We stayed here for 2 nights. The hotel is in a great location if you want to be close to the sights of Old Delhi (5 mins walk to Red Fort, markets and bazaars etc) and see a bit more of everyday Delhi. It's 2 stops on the metro to Connaught Place and New Delhi. Room was clean and comfortable. The food from the hotel restaurant was delicious. Happy to recommend this hotel.