Hotel Pratap Bhawan vs Similar Hotels

Rooms varied in experience; some praised, others criticized for cleanliness.

Rooms were spacious but came with some issues like a leaking sink.

Rooms praised for cleanliness and views, but some reported missing basic amenities.

Generally praised as pretty, cozy and well decorated with good views and useful amenities (fridge); a few mentions of rooms feeling slightly dated for some guests.

Multiple reviews mention unclean rooms and inadequate maintenance.

The room wasn’t clean and the sink was leaking.

Some reviews mentioned poor housekeeping and basic amenities lacking.

Mixed reports: several guests praised cleanliness, but at least one review called out dead flies in the bathroom and damp-smelling bed linen, so cleanliness is slightly below average overall.

The location is repeatedly praised as excellent and convenient.

Great convenient location with a stunning view over the lake and close to main attractions.

Consistently praised for its excellent location near attractions.

Excellent central location for city palace, ghats and shopping with great rooftop views; considered highly convenient by many guests.

Reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff who provided good assistance.

The staff were very friendly and helpful, with great service noted throughout.

Generally positive feedback regarding staff being friendly and helpful.

Outstanding — multiple guests highlighted exceptionally kind, helpful and attentive staff, upgrades, and long-stay care (treated like family), so service is a strong standout.

Food quality is appreciated, though not extensively mentioned.

Food was reported to be great with a nice rooftop restaurant.

Multiple comments indicated that food options and quality need improvement.

Food receives consistently positive mentions (good western and Indian options, praised breakfast and pancakes); generally rated well by guests.

Amenities mentioned positively, including rooftop views, but some issues noted.

Basic amenities provided, but breakfast was noted to be expensive.

Some amenities criticized, such as the need for modernization and lack of basic items.

Strong amenities highlight rooftop pool, restaurant and bar; very good facilities overall, though one guest reported privacy concerns (people filming at the pool) and parking/access can be inconvenient.

General consensus suggests good value, notwithstanding some cleanliness issues.

Below average value noted due to room size and limited breakfast options.

Mixed reviews suggest some believe it was not worth the price.

Many guests described the hotel as excellent value for money and memorable for the price — broadly positive sentiment on value.