How would you describe it? Sophisticated, hospitable, majestic, peaceful, pure comfort.
Who’d love it? Off the beaten track travellers looking for a tranquil and luxurious place to “feel human again”.
How were the rooms? They were perfectly comfortable, offering the right mix of fresh cleanliness and cosiness. Both Ben and I had a great night’s sleep – the rooms helped revive us, body and soul.
How was the food? The breakfast buffet offered everything Ben and I had been craving after a few weeks in India: cook-to-order eggs, savoury sides (bacon…omnomnomnom!), fluffy pancakes, sweet pastries, fruit salad and beyond. There were also a lot of beautifully prepared local dishes on offer. The lunch and dinner menus were a bit on the pricey side, so we enjoyed a couple of meals in town (just around the corner from the Radisson). However, when we were too exhausted to take on the tout zone, the hotel restaurant provided a peaceful place to enjoy a lovely meal.
What was the vibe like? For a big hotel, it felt incredibly intimate. We were treated like well-known celebrities, not just another couple of customers. It was delightful.
How was the service? The best I’ve experienced in India. Staying at the Radisson took me back in time, to a beautiful placed shrouded in old-world charm, romance and elegance. Thanks to the staff and the atmosphere they created, we didn’t have a care in the world. They were incredibly intuitive, fulfilling our needs before we even knew they existed and going above and beyond at every possible opportunity. For example, when I asked for a wi-fi login card, they delivered it to me along with a spare for Ben knowing that he’d eventually want one too. When I ordered a glass of ice, they brought one up along with an ice bucket in case I needed a top up. When Ben realised it was the night of the UEFA Champions League Final, they set up the bar TV for him so he could enjoy the game well after operating hours. The hotel manager also offered to look at our India map and talk us through the best routes, attractions and destinations.
What were the highlights? Apart from the impeccable service, the ground were pretty special. Thanks to the grand pool and perfectly manicured grounds, the Radisson looked like an oasis in the middle of the dessert.
What’s different about the place? The sweeping marble staircase leading to the rooms was a spectacular sight. I also liked how the Radisson offered extra facilities to keep us entertained during our stay e.g. free pool table and magazine library.
How would you rate the overall experience? 8.5 out of 10 spiral staircases.
Resort Details:
By Pass Road, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India
Tel: 076862 72777
http://www.radisson.com/khajuraho-hotel-in/indkhaj
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