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Smyle Inn Reviews

916, Gali Chandi Wali, Main Bazaar, Paharganj 110055, New Delhi, India

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75%Overall Rating

From 160 ratings
  • 68%Character
  • 80%Security
  • 83%Location
  • 77%Staff
  • 68%Atmosphere
  • 74%Cleanliness

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87%

This is my 3rd time here, it s very nice place, quiet for paharganj and near by everything, a couple of blocks from the train station and the metro station. I asked a nice room and they gave me one big room with ac and fan, no window, but good. Everything worked fine and as I left early they prepared me something for breakfast, that was very kind. So I highly recomend this place

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Argentina
  • Male, 31-40
  • (1 review)


73%

The room we shared (3 people) was very small, no room to walk around, but clean. Had TV, no AC even though the description online said it had AC. Overall, a fine place. Free internet, and super helpful staff member who helped us coordinator our further travels. I would stay here again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Dear Guest, Sorry about the AC. Actually when I checked your booking was for a non aircon room, hence the AC did not work. Sorry about this misunderstanding and do hope to see you in future. Regards Harish

87%

Really great place. Well located near the main bazaar and close to metro which makes it easy to get around. Great wifi in your room. Large beds (if you sleep sideways you can completely fit on it!). Breakfast was quite small but tasty. I'd definitely recommend staying here.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


20%

When I arrived they charged me more than the original price. Then they gave me a room without AC and charged me even more to change rooms. This place is extremely NOISY and in the middle of the ghetto! The staff are somewhat rude and NO hot water unless you ask to turn it on first! Would have been nice to know BEFORE taking a COLD shower! The Breakfast is a joke! The tour guide will rip you off ; your better off going to the Official Government Sponcered Tour Guide in the circle. I left 2 nights

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 31-40
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Dear Guest, Checkin is 12noon and if you want the room at 3AM, you will have to either wait till 12 noon or pay for the night before. This is explained in email also. Your booking was for a non ac room hence AC didnot work for you. If our breakfast was a joke wonder how much food do you need in the morning? There are instructions in every room about how the hot water works, every one is happy with that wonder what made you unhappy. Your review of our place is most unfortunate. Regards Harish

83%

Very good place to stay in Delhi. Especially for short time period. They have good rooms and it clean and have air conditioner with fan. Not so noisy, because it not at main street. I would recommend it for sure.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Russia
  • Male, 25-30
  • (4 reviews)


97%

We stayed in a double room with aircon. Staff were very helpful and professional. The breakfast that was included was fulling and the sweet Indian coffee was worth waking up for! Great location close to a lot of cheap restaurants, street food and metro. I was initially concerned when I read the hostel was down a lane, but after arriving and seeing that the lane was all lit up and heaps of people including foreigners walking around at night my fears were put to rest. Highly recommend!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Couple, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


83%

Great tours and guides who know what they are talking about and are friendly. The staff were always helpful and never had a problem there. The location in the main bazzar is close to most things in Dehli however the bazzar doesnt really feel safe at night time and is quite dirty. As for the inn itself, you can't fault it. The atmosphere isnt good for meeting people, theres no bar. The rooms were always clean and felt safe in the accommodation and the price is really cheap for the big rooms.


90%

As a solo female traveller in the heart of Delhi, I felt safe and secure in this hotel. The value for money in my opinion was spot on and the staff were very friendly. I stayed here twice in my trip (before and after a tour of the golden triangle) and have recommended it to fellow travelers who stayed there on my recommendation. If I come back to Delhi I would use them again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 18-24
  • (7 reviews)


80%

Nice place tucked away from very busy main bazar road. Minutes from New Delhi Railway Station. First room we got had a broken sink and was smelly. But after we told them we were given a better room for the same price and they instantly took care of the problem and fixed it. Very helpful and friendly staff always ready to help with whatever issue. Well working wifi everywhere. Helpful traveldesk. Good breakfast included. Stayed elevon nights. Never felt the need to change. Rcommended!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


87%

I had booked the hostel but the staff upgraded me at no cost to the Smyle Inn hotel which was nearby and had better facilities.Request for a taxi and wake up calls were carried out efficiently. Allum the manager was very friendly. The western style breakfast was served at the hostel and was ok. Surprisingly quiet place!


80%

Really good location, breakfast included and great wifi. Not a hostel vibe tho, more like a hotel, not ideal for meeting people. Location is perfect tho

  • Avid Traveller
  • 05 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male, 18-24
  • (12 reviews)


70%

Hotel is split in two buildings - coordination between the two receptions and the travel desk was rather poor.


93%

Very helpful, honest, kind and positive people. Not alot of them around Delhi. Make sure to stay here, backpacker friendly.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Male, 25-30
  • (6 reviews)


97%

Very accomodating. The travel agent was a life saver in organizing our first few train rides. Worth the commission if you are new to India an haven't figured out the train system yet. Internet a bit slow on the computers but at least they have 4 woking ones! Wifi works too. I was pleased :) Only negative is that it was hard to find. Go down a small alley. Ask shop keepers for help.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


87%

Good location and value for money, the only thing I will critisize is that my room was supposed to have a television, and despite having a spot on the wall where there once was a TV and a remote? There was no television, which I don't entirely need but after a day of travelling it is nice to have.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 25-30
  • (7 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Dear Guest, Really sorry about this inconvenience. You see we have put up both TVs and Set Top Boxes in rooms. During those days the cable TV association was striking and hence all TV channels went off air. This was beyond our control and we do really apologise for this. I hope you understand that this was not entirely our fault. Regards Harish

63%

This is a place to stay only for a few days. In relation to the price the standard is ok . Breakfast is included in the price. There is good access to computers and internet. I would recommend to stay in deluxe rooms as the staff there is much more helpful and friendly. The location is very central in the main Bazar with walking distance to New Delhi Railway station (5 min) and Connaught Place (15 min).

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Sweden
  • All Female Group, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


60%

hello! staf was nice but we arrive the 23 early in the morning and at the end the guy on charge said that we had to pay for the 22 march because we arrived really early ( we had no idea about) so we had to paid one extra day but i think this is not in your money records cause he didn't give me a receipt, and nobody cleans our room any of those days

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Mexico
  • Female, 41+
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Dear Guest, Regarding charging for 22-Mar, upon booking from Hostel World you get an email about the booking policy and checkout time. We also send a separate email with booking confirmation and booking policy. I think it must have skipped your notice that you had to pay for the night of 22-Mar. While the guests are staying, we don't enter the room unless specified by the guests. Hence your room did not get cleaned. If you want cleaning, you have to advise about the cleaning and the staff will do it in front of you. Hope this clarifies doubts. Regards Harish

63%

every thing is good inside but its location is Bad, and the alley that leads to it is not very good...but otherwise its a great hostel

  • Novice Nomad
  • 22 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • India
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)


97%

Nice little budget hotel with travel desk, nice staff, breakfast, and great location. Rooms are small but clean. A great bargain.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 41+
  • (1 review)


83%

Smyle in were friendly and very accommodating. They arranged for us a personalised tour on India within our budget, which was a wonderful way to see the India they knew. Had a great stay, excellent location in the centre of the bazaar. Have already recommended to all travellers we have met going to Delhi :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 25-30
  • (7 reviews)


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