About The Umrao
The Umraois a luxury boutique hotel featuring 15 acres of landscaped gardens, an outdoor swimming pool and two on-site dining venues. The hotel is on National Highway 8 within easy driving distance of Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Each room at The Umraofeatures a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, daily newspaper delivery, complimentary bottled water, working space and a modest sitting area.
Additional features of this hotel include a spa, fitness centre, facilities for hosting large events with a capacity of up to 6,000, free on-site parking, complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk, car hire, laundry services.
Guests of this hotel enjoy access to two on-site dining venues: multi-ethnic Thyme, where meals are served both buffet and a la carte, and Waffle, a pastry shop and tea lounge.
From the hotel it is approximately 30 minutes’ drive to the centre of New Delhi.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Great option near airport
This hotel is within easy driving distance of Indira Gandhi International Airport and is therefore a great option for those looking to stay near the transport hub. A number of past guests chose this hotel for that very reason, and many found it an ideal place to spend a layover.
positive:
Beautiful grounds and building
Reviewers tend to agree that the building in which the hotel is housed is very appealing, and that the 15 acres of landscaped grounds that surround the establishment are beautiful and contribute to the relaxing ambience.
positive:
Nice pool and spa
Several guests say the pool and spa at the hotel are two of the highlights. The outdoor pool is reportedly well maintained and offers a refreshing place to take a dip, while the spa and services are outstanding according to reviewers.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Can be noisy during events
The hotel offers facilities for hosting large events of up to 6,000 people, which can mean some disturbances for guests trying to enjoy a good night's sleep. A number of reviewers were unfortunate enough to encounter noisy wedding parties or similar during their stay.
negative:
Questionable level of service
The service at this hotel receives rather poor reviews, with a surprising number of guests commenting on this aspect of the establishment or recounting somewhat negative encounters with staff.
negative:
Breakfast a letdown
A number of past guests were disappointed in the breakfast offered by the hotel, agreeing that the selection on offer is rather limited and that the quality is not as high as expected. Several other reviewers say they were unimpressed with the food and value for money at other meals also.