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Colonel's Retreat

2.5 of 5
D-418, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110024, India
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Colonel's Retreat
Ranked #23 of 541 New Delhi B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 203 Reviews
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Very clean(7)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Banana bread(6)
  • Common area(5)
  • Rooms were comfortable(5)
  • Guest House(5)
  • Next time(4)
  • Defense Colony(3)
  • Early morning(3)
  • Bottled water(3)
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Canberra
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

This nice and clean B&B is situated in Defence Colony, a short walk to Colony’s markets. Our room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was great (homemade banana bread and jams, yum). Each floor has 2 or 3 rooms, which open onto a nice living/dining room with couches, books, and a computer.

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York, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

My girlfriend and I stopped here on our arrival to New Delhi and on our last night before our flight home. We found the staff very helpful, polite and friendly. The whole place was very clean. The rooms are quiet, have a safe, a fridge and are en-suite. I thought the showers were excellent, I like powerful showers. The breakfast... More

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Williamsburg, VA
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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We've stayed at many different B&B's in New Delhi, and have had widely varying experiences ranging from terrible to excellent. At one B&B the owner (a man) greeted me with a glass of whiskey and wanted me (a man) to dance with him. He was a chain-smoker and the smoke was everywhere. Some travelers may have enjoyed this, but it's... More

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arun khanna, Owner at Colonel's Retreat, responded to this review
27 April 2012

Thank you dear guest for your detailed review. I need to mention- besides Flavors which is undeniably good Italian food we have Swagat, Sagar, Chilly Sseason, Moets - each one an excellent Restaurant in its own way . In fact we have over 70 Restaurants within a 5-10 minute walk. These stand alone restaurants cater to Indians- they are not... More

Boston
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is a clean, comfortable, quiet place. I very highly recommend it as a place where one can stay in a dignified and respectable way. They are very helpful with airport transfers and other transport arrangements too. It is extremely convenient to most of Delhi via both private and public transport. I am a Defence Colony Delhi-ite, so I know... More

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Guildford
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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people found this review helpful

A very well run BnB in a quiet spot in Delhi. The staff were helpful and friendly without being intrusive. The breakfasts were superb, especially the masalla omlettes and the banana bread. The rooms were clean and well laid out, though the fridge in the room had not been switched on for a while. The staff got us some beers... More

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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Tucked away in a cozy lane of Defense Colony is Colonel's Retreat. The staff is very hospitable and, Arun Khanna is very well travelled. He loves to share helpful tidbits for those who are new to Delhi and India. It was a 5-day stay and each day I slept like a baby. Yes, the room and beds are super comfortable.... More

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Moscow, Russia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

The colonel and his family and very welcoming and very warm. The b&b is in Def Colony and is easy to find - quite a posh locality. The food was excellent home made goodness. We needed a room heater which was provided promptly. Arun is a very interesting person and can give you valuable tips about delhi and around. Good... More

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Portland, Oregon
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

The main property in Defence Colony is well run, comfortable, in a lovely neighborhood. Excellent rooms, pleasant common room and dining room. Excellent breakfast. Lovely dinner one evening, upon request, for our group of 7. Staff arranged for taxi cabs very efficiently.

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Bangalore, India
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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person found this review helpful

Having travelled all over the world, the Colonel's Retreat is a real ambassador to true Indian hospitality. Arun is an outstanding host and a real stickler to detail, something vital in this line of work. The room was extremely clean and comfortable and the bathroom spotless. The decor and ambience was absolutely wonderful and the food-real home food! The staff... More

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Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Colonel's Retreat is an excellent stay-option in crazy Delhi. Well-equipped, clean, quiet rooms and courteous and prompt service always leave pleasant memories of repeated visits. The banana bread at breakfast is to die for. My congratulations for a job well-done.

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D-418, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110024, India
Price range (per night):* INR3,697 - 7,281

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