My wife and I had stayed here for a couple of nights. Here is my review: THE GOOD: 1. Brand New Hotel, beautiful ambience, the rooms, while slightly compact, are luxurious and sparkling clean. 2. No Plastics policy, drinking water is kept in glass bottles. 3. Superb amenities in the Toilet ( Dove brand soap/shampoo/lotions on tap) 4. Overall Good Service. 5. Room Rates are Reasonable ( Except for Suite Categories which are exorbitantly priced- the rates must be reduced by atleast 30%).Book Direct on their website for best rates and offers. THE NOT SO GOOD: 1. Location -a bit far off from the city. Cabs can be tough to get sometimes( especially early mornings/late night). The Travel Desk at the Hotel should offer Cabs 24/7 at competitive rates( for both local/Outstation) at short notice. 2. No super Markets/Major Restaurants/malls etc ( except for a Thallappakatti ) nearby within walking distance. 3. I have seen food/coffee trays lying outside rooms for hours together. This gives the impression of a 'Lodge' rather than a aspiring ''5 star Hotel'. Room Service should be very attentive that trays are cleared immediately. 3. Lack of Proper Communication/Transparency during allotment of Rooms on Check-in which was underwhelming: a. There was just one front desk executive at check-in counter at around 10.15 pm, with multiple guests waiting to check-in b. I had requested for an upgrade from a 'Business Class Room' to 'Grand Club Room'. Both rooms are the same( in size and otherwise). No proper explanation given on what category of room I was allotted. I was told that i have been given lounge access. No proper info given on what entails 'Lounge access'. c. One Lady receptionist said that the room I was allotted(434) is a 'Grand Club Room'. Later on check out I was told it is a 'Business Class Room'. Also the next day one receptionist called and said I am not eligible for 'Lounge Access'. The front desk team looks highly confused and un-coordinated. Think the entire front desk has to undergo proper training so that they speak in one voice. d. In every Star hotel I have stayed, a hostess from the front desk accompanies the guest to the room. Nothing of this sort was done. e. No Welcome Drink. No explanation on inclusions in package ( for eg 15% discount on F&B) In short the check-in experience could have been more 'WELCOMING'. However being a new hotel, I expect the above to be nothing more than teething issues. Overall, highly recommended, the BEST LUXURY ALL NEW HOTEL at Madurai. We shall be back.
Very Good
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