Moustache Udaipur Verandah

This review covers my recent stay at a hotel located in the congested area of the old city, right by the side of a picturesque lake. While the serene lakeside setting offers a unique charm, several aspects of the hotel experience require careful consideration for prospective guests. Pros ·      Lakeside Location: The prime advantage of this hotel is its location. Being situated alongside the lake, both the rooms and the restaurant offer beautiful scenic views, perfect for those seeking a tranquil atmosphere amidst the city’s hustle and bustle. ·      Cleanliness and Housekeeping: The room, toilet, and corridors were all maintained in a clean condition. The housekeeping staff were diligent and carried out their duties efficiently. ·      Restaurant Ambience: The restaurant, set beside the lake, provides a pleasant dining experience with its captivating view. ·      Staff Behaviour: The staff members were courteous and performed their jobs well, contributing positively to the overall stay. Cons ·      Difficult Approach: Accessing the hotel requires a 100-metre walk through a winding, narrow, and dirty lane. This can be inconvenient, especially for those with mobility issues or carrying heavy luggage. ·      No Lift in the Building: The hotel is a ground plus two-storey structure but lacks a lift. As a result, guests who struggle with stairs may find it challenging to stay on the upper floors. ·      Room Amenities: ·      Absence of a closed wardrobe in the King room, an unusual omission for a hotel of this category. ·      The floor was bare, scratched in places, and there was no carpet or other covering to improve appearance or comfort. ·      No writing table or chair was provided. Bathroom Facilities: No towel rack or pegs to hang clothes. Towels provided were somewhat old. Only two dental kits, soap, and shampoo were offered—no shaving kit or comb included. Absence of Travel Desk: There is no travel desk at the hotel, which can be inconvenient for guests wishing to arrange local tours or transportation. Breakfast and Food Quality: The breakfast spread was minimal, featuring primarily North Indian dishes. No vegetarian Rajasthani dishes were included in the menu. Dishes generally had excessive salt and desserts were overly sweet, attributed to the chef’s habitual use of these ingredients. No Bar and Restrictions on Liquor: The hotel does not have a bar and does not permit guests to bring liquor from outside. Unusual TV Policy: While every room is equipped with a television, the hotel does not provide access to any audio or video content—not even free channels. Guests are expected to use their own app accounts to access content, which may not be convenient for everyone. Final Impression While the lakeside location and the clean, well-managed environment are definite plus points, the numerous drawbacks—especially concerning accessibility, room amenities, food variety and quality, and lack of entertainment options—greatly overshadow the positives. For me, the cons outweigh the pros by a wide margin. Prospective guests should carefully weigh these factors before making a reservation at this hotel.

Lovely oasis of calm. Breakfast by the lake. Clean well presented rooms and one of the best shower's I have ever used. Friendly helpful staff are the icing on the cake.

Very dirty approach through narrow dirty lanes. Hotel doesn’t have parking. Made me park a km away and had to pay additional 200 per day. Don’t provide facility for pick up and drop to parking except on arrival and departure. Rooms not worth the price. Very ordinary breakfast with limited options. Junior suite is so located that you have dark room. They don’t declare they don’t have parking and once you book they inform you. For me it was non refundable. At this rate , you can easily book a 5 star hotel with more amenities.

Great location right by the lake. Restaurant and infinity pool make the most of it. Staff are great and the room was lovely. Good food and complimentary afternoon tea.

Great chef. Immaculate preparation, food was great with a welcome atmosphere and lakeside view. Some of the continental dishes had amazing flavour and totally unexpected in a nice way. Please note this is in the heart of Old city premices, no car or taxi only thuk thuk or two wheeler. The lack of approach road is appaling but the food makes it worth your while

Great location right next go Chandpol bridge..fantastic staff reception..restaurant ..and housekeeping...everyone could not do enough for us!! Second stay and we were welcomed like family...basic room..lovely balclny lake view!!

Excelente hotel. Bom pequeno almoço e boas refeições. A lamentar o sinal de wifi que é muito fraco! Os t Profissionais que lá trabalham são muito competentes. A vista do meu quarto era excelente.

The rooms were very luxurious and romantic perfect for a couple stay. The services provided were very good which makes it a convenient and comfortable stay. The staff including Mahipal, Harsh, Surbhi, Mishi, Tanishka were helpful throughout. The stay gave me more like a personal touch than any other hotel stay.

Lovely hotel centrally located. The food , breakfast, lunch and dinner was delicious and with a very extensive menu. The best part about this hotel were the wonderfully helpful and friendly staff. They were amazing. We had a wonderful stay.

I had a fantastic vacation at Moustache Verandah, largely thanks to the incredible team and serene environment. Every staff member we encountered was genuinely friendly and went out of their way to make us feel welcome, which really set a positive tone for our trip. The hotel itself exuded a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere, making it easy to unwind and enjoy our break. And of course, the beautiful view from our balcony was a constant delight, adding to the overall tranquility of our stay. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway!"

We had the most amazing stay at this place everyone is so helpful specially Surbhi & Jyoti from guiding to near tourist places to suggest every Short cut possible food service staff every thing is too good we are looking forward to seeing you again

The signature dish was absolutely amazing perfectly balanced flavour beautifully presented and cooked to perfection i have had recently the freshness of the ingredients and the unique flavour in the food were unforgettable..some of the best food

When I want there for the check in they welcomed us with coconut water and smile.the coconut had the hotels name on is it looked good .we met nimisha jyotshna at the reception.she help us suggested many places also they gave us free foot massage and free tea and snacks in the evening thank you so much for the assistance we will visit again.

We had an amazing stay at Moustache Verandah. The hotel is located near the main tourist attractions and the staff was very useful in helping us plan our visits. The restaurant is also very good we've enjoyed dinner there by the laje a couple of times.

We stayed at the Moustache Verandah hotel for our anniversary, and it was a wonderful experience. The hotel is incredibly clean, with everything spotless and well-maintained. The only minor issue we encountered was that the hot water didn’t always work, but it didn’t take away from our overall enjoyment. What truly makes this hotel stand out is the staff—they are absolutely amazing. Always friendly, attentive, and willing to help with anything we needed. One morning, we had to leave early before breakfast service started, and they went out of their way to make sure we could still have a meal before our trip. It was such a thoughtful gesture. On top of that, they surprised us with gifts for our wedding anniversary, which made our stay even more special. Overall, it was an incredible experience. If I ever return to Udaipur, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay at Moustache again!

This hotel markets itself as a top class place but I think there’s lots to improve. The rooms are nice and the service is well intentioned but lacking We are in the restaurant 3x and they got our order wrong 3x Little things like coffee taking 20 mins to prepare / orders wrong / telling us we had to move rooms as we had extended our stay Alcohol is not allowed in this place and they will fine you if you are found with it

We planned our stay to coincide with the Holi celebrations in Udaipur, which is a very busy time of the year. The room service and resturant service was up to the mark. The hotel is located at a walking distance to the major tourist attractions like Jagdish Chowk, City Palace, and Gangaur Ghat. The only issue with our stay was that the AC was not working in one of our rooms, which was resolved later after informing the staff. The staff were friendly and cordial. The infinity pool concept is something unique about this place. Views from the lake view room is amazing. My rating: 4/5

Had a great experience at Moustache in Udaipur. The view was fabulous and the food delicious. Loved the big swing and the complimentary foot massage. The staff was amazing - especially Nimisha & Amit. Highly recommend the hotel and will visit again.

Hotel is located in the old city, which is a great interesting location. The down side is that you can’t get a car to the entrance, as the hotel is located down a small local round. But they were helpful with helping to send a tuk-tuk to meet us. The rooms were spacious and clean. We had a great view over the lake with a small balcony. We had an issue with the water from the shower - the temperature would go from scolding hot to cold and back up hot. The restaurant setting was nice, but we were disappointed they didn’t serve alcohol. But they didn’t mind if you purchased beer and drank in their hotel. We only had lunch, lots of choices to go out for dinner. The breakfast was ok, could have been better. But there was a fresh egg station and the coffee was good, could have been more fruit. The staff were very helpful.

The entrance to this hotel is not glamorous at all, down a dark narrow alleyway which I needed local help to find. Check in prompt and I like the WhatsApp info messages sent. Rm 25- fantastic view which obviously you pay for. But I immediately noticed a crack in the window and lots of dirty marks on the floor. On the flip side, 2 big bottles of water, a chocolate plate, 2 kit-kats, and fruit basket were nice touches (water and chocolate plate replenished daily). Nice comfortable bed. Pool is unheated, fairly small, irregular shape and overlooked by restaurant with only 2 sunbeds so don't book hotel solely for this. WiFi brilliant, breakfast very nice with egg options and waffle station. Good location for all the sights listed, and choice of restaurants. Staff were all excellent. Very friendly and professional. All in all, I enjoyed my stay but think it was not value for money in the Indian market, albeit in a touristy destination such as Udaipur.

Had a good stay. Wonderful experience and very good hospitality. Front desk staff kanishka sharma treats and helps well...................................................................................................

Had a great Experience in this Hotel...It is a great spot for leisure. Its central location makes sightseeing easy, and the rooms are clean, cozy, and comfortable. The staff is friendly, and amenities Beautiful, Miss Kanishka helped us in our stay regarding all queries💐❤️..

Very Good Hotel had fun with Family Our childern liked alot Good Staff Behaviour and Quick Responses for problems...Good Food Services and Beautiful Rooms and Amenities...Lake Views🤌✨....Must Visit hotel in Udaipur and have Wonderful Experience❤️...

We stayed at this property for 3 nights. It is a lovely properly and very conveniently located. Food was excellent. It's a relatively small hotel but had a very positive vibe about it. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Food and drinks were top-notch. The restaurant overlooks the lake and has a lovely view. The restaurant staff is extremely courteous. Very conveniently located. It is just across the Chandpole parking (across the bridge). All the attractions were very close-by. Lot of shopping options too. You can easily rent-a-bike and roam around the city. We took the Junior suites and were extremely comfortable. They were quite spacious.

Great location, beautiful surroundings and great staff. Most friendly and helpful receptionist ever. The complimentary high tea with in house bakes was not to be missed. Morning breakfast spread can be improved and overall serving time at the restaurant can also be worked on. Rest all was nice and comfortable, we enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property.

I had an incredible experience at Moustache Verandah. From the moment I arrived, the staff were welcoming and attentive, making check-in smooth. The room was spacious, comfortable, and equipped with all the amenities I needed for a relaxing stay. The bed was incredibly cozy, and the lake view from the window was breathtaking.

Moustache Veranda is a small hotel situated next to the Chandpole bridge and facing north to the Swaroop Sagar lake. It has good views of this lake and some of the ghats surrounding its eastern sides. It is served by a predominantly very young team of staff. Pros: Attractive little pool area overlooking the lake Free tea and biscuits between 4&6 Lakeside veranda restaurant with views serving a wide range of food choices Our room and bathroom had recently been repainted and refitted - although still with a noticeable crack in the window Good hot water for shower Comfortable bed Good location to reach east city sights and also explore the west side of the city Cons: Very few sunny spots to sit - room balconies, restaurant and pool seating all face north Door to room balcony is hard to open/close, not creating an inviting place to sit Swimming pool is unheated and faces north; it is overlooked by lobby and restaurant, so feels very public Staff are sweet, but largely lacking in basic customer awareness (not trained to smile, say hello, problem-solve etc) Rooms do not have heating (it is very cold after sunset even on a very hot and sunny day) a noisy fan heater was provided, after initially being told there weren't any heaters (see above) Even redecorated bathroom has a slightly unpleasant smell of drains Large extractor fan on roof, is noisy from early to late and makes the hotel lobby and common areas etc smell of cooking Hotel is a modern building and without character Rooms are nice but only a notch up from 'basic' standard and very unmemorable Approach to hotel is from road up a narrow and dark alleyway If, like us, you pre-book and pay a premium daily rate, this hotel is disappointing and not worth the cost, especially in a city full of other more historical and characterful options in the ₹1100+ per night range. If you can book it at a last-minute, or a cheap advance, rate, it would be a clean, well-situated, family friendly budget option, especially in the hottest months (not January) when the north-facing aspect could be an asset.

I have travelled to many countries and stayed in many hotels. The hospitality and helpfulness offered by this hotel are exceptional. Its unique location, food, and variety of choices are outstanding. The layout and aspects of the hotel cannot be faulted. I am truly enchanted by the experience.”

Hôtel confortable petit déjeuner très correct et très bon dîner avec superbe vue sur le lac depuis la terrasse et la piscine à débordement. Demander de préférence une chambre avec vue sur le lac pour avoir plus de luminosité. Ayant été victime d'un accident à Udaipur, le gérant de l'hôtel a tout organisé pour mon arrivée à l'hôpital et a même avancé tous les frais liés. À recommander chaudement

I booked a suite at this hotel for the end of my Rajasthan stay. It was tricky to find but the hotel were great at sending instructions on getting there. The hotel itself and my room was very spacious and well decorated but I felt there could have been more nods to local culture around. The view of the lake is stunning but there are some wear and tear of being near the water starting to show. I had half board which included a la carte for dinner and the food was incredible with a wide range of cuisines on offer. The one thing I can’t fault is the staff especially Kanishka on the front desk and the restaurant waiters who were very kind and helpful and made my stay enjoyable.

This hotel was almost perfect in all terms. So the only potential improvements could be the extremely noisy kitchen ventilation on the roof which you can hear in all rooms and the smelling bathroom of room no 25. Apart from that was the room itslef perfect, clean and had a stunning view towards the lake. The stuff was unbelievable friendly and helpful with everything and the restaurant was outstanding good. Loved our stay here!

Great bang for the buck. Location is right on the lake with gorgeous views and things are easy to walk to. CON: beds are not the comfiest.

Staff and services are really good, they try their best to make the stay memorable. They also give multiple complimentary services like daily foot massage, coconut water, desserts etc. they would go beyond making your stay comfortable.

Couldn't fault this hotel, great location, beautiful room and views from the balcony, staff were superb. Lots of lovely little touches as well. Was tempted just to stay forever.

We both got food poisoning from our meal at the restaurant and also go a facial viral infection, most likely from the sheets. The hygiene is non-existent.

The best part was the staff. Friendly and responsive. The property itself was overrated. We have stayed at multiple hotels and resorts in Udaipur and this one did not offer good value for money. The location was convenient. The cleanliness was not so much. The views were poor and photos did not do justice to the real views.

Wonderful place with a unique infinity pool overlooking the lake. Because it’s located in the old part of the city, you have to walk a very narrow walkway in the dark to enter the hotel. Some may find this unsettling but you’re rewarded with a bright and classy looking lobby with a view to the lake. Staff are friendly and helpful.

Balcony view of the lake Staff was great Outdoor seating in the restaurant Ambiance

We stayed for 3 nights at this hotel and had a fantastic time. The location is excellent - within walking distance of the town itself and the City Palace etc. It is a 2 minute walk from the main road and a tuk tuk cannot go down there so you do need to pull your cases along on arrival. I guess if you were arriving in the dark for the first time that might be a bit awkward however the area did not feel unsafe at all. The property is an old haveli and has been really beautifully restored with the old courtyard as reception. The room was spacious and clean with all expected amenities and also a small fruit platter on arrival. We had a balcony overlooking the lake area with 2 comfortable chairs which was lovely to relax in. The restaurant itself also overlooked the lake. Breakfast was very good too and the staff were helpful - not that we had any issues. There was quite a personal touch to everything - they were kind enough to spot it had been my birthday and gave us a small decorated cake slice which was lovely. Definitely recommended.

Hôtel très bien situé au bord du lac. Service de qualité. Restauration très agréable et de qualité. Les déplacements vers la ville se fond à pied.

Had an excellent stay here for 5 days. The room was spacious with a great bathroom and lovely view of the lake. The buffet breakfast in the on-site restaurant had a wide and tasty selection of Indian dishes as well as western options. The restaurant was itself great too. All of the staff were brilliant, friendly and helpful. The location was very good and a lot of the main sightseeing places for tourists such as City Palace are walkable.

A fun and quirky hotel, well appointed, with special features like big swings and artwork. Great breakfast.

Very beautiful hotel. Very nice staff. Good restaurant. We had a very pleasant stay!

This is a nice hotel in a great location; has a terrific terrace restaurant overlooking the lake. Inside it has a genuinely Mediterranean look and feel (Greece comes to mind). It is well positioned relative to the old city of Udaipur, so the tourist sites are easily accessible. The best part of this hotel is its outstanding staff; they are young, very eager to please, efficient, and consistently pleasant and helpful. Having traveled a great deal, I would rate this staff as among the best I have experienced anywhere. We found this hotel by accident, after having seen some pretty dismal other options in Udaipur. We ended up very pleased that we found this.

We Had the best time ! the team members Sagar,Surbhi and Were always super helpful and accommodating to all our requests.

Newly built property. Everything was more than excellent. Booked at theast moment, searched for number online (+91 6378 814 419). They confirmed early check-in in the night Big shout to Prerita at front desk and BP Singh (restaurant staff). Junior suite on mezzanine is beautifully done - seems each aspect of thought through. Common areas are small but very beautiful. Lake facing (smaller lakes) with public fountains. Restaurant is great - be it ambience or food. Dinner on MAP plan is a la carte but allowed us to order multiple dishes. Breakfast buffet too has excellent spread. Easy walk to all points of interest.

Liked the room with lake view. The staff was hospitable living true to Rajasthani style of great hospitality. The in house restaurant had good veg/ other options, the buffet, tea, view etc. was good. Good for family/ couples stay.