Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh is situated on the banks of the river Gomti. Popularly referred as “The City of Nawabs”, it is known for its courtly manner, music, poets, sumptuous gastronomic delights, Chikankari embroidery, and magnificent historical monuments. Lucknow was earlier called Lakshman Pore that later turned in to Lucknow. Founded by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula, Lucknow reached to its zenith under the reign of Nawabs, who embellished the city with numerous mosques, palaces, beautiful gardens, Imambaras, and luxurious havelis. Today, the multicultural city of Lucknow is among the top ten fastest growing non-metro politan cities in India and is home to many prestigious educational institutions and colleges including Indian Institute of Management, King’s George Medical College, and Institute of Hotel Management.
Finding a good accommodation in Lucknow is not a problem at all. The city is packed with hotels to suit all budgets and tastes. The hotels in Lucknow are usually booked well in advance since they get reserved even before the peak season arrives. Most of the mid-ranged hotels in Lucknow are clustered in the Charbagh area, railway station, and bus terminal and along the Vidhan Sabha Marg whereas the top range hotels are located in the plush residential areas and in the commercial center of the city. Lucknow hotels are renowned for their traditional hospitality and great services.
The rooms in Lucknow hotels are well furnished and spacious and are equipped with all modern amenities such as attached bathrooms, colour television with cable connection, and telephone. However, at the five star hotels and deluxe hotels of Lucknow, host of other facilities are also available which include tea/coffee maker, radio, Mini bar, internet access, and safe deposit lockers. Lucknow is a gourmet’s delight. Guests can relish the famous succulent Kababs, Biryanis, Shorba and other delectable Mughlai dishes at the multi cuisine restaurants of Lucknow hotels. The restaurants also serve Continental, North Indian and traditional coastal cuisines in plush comfort.
Many of the hotels in Lucknow cater to business travellers. The hotels provide facilities like well-equipped conference halls, meeting rooms, convention centers to suit the needs of corporate travellers. In addition to this, Lucknow hotels also offer a variety of recreational activities to its guests like indoor and out door games, swimming pool, tennis court, and gymnasium. Sightseeing tours and short excursions are also organized by Lucknow hotels. |
