WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
97 WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI Palace Road, Sandur 583119 India
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Luxurious WH Shivavilas Palace is just * 15 Minutes drive from Nearest VIDYANAGAR AIRPORT (VDY), Toranagal, Jindal * 35 Minutes Drive from Heritage Hampi Ruins * 5 HRS Drive from Bangalore/Bangalore Airport The luxurious WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, more commonly known as “The Palace” was rebuilt in the year 1941 and stands as a testimony to the rise of the kingdom. The city of Sandur is a peaceful valley surrounded by hills all around, which Mahatma Gandhi described as an “Oasis” when he visited it in the early 1930’s.
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Free parking
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English, Hindi
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97 WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI Palace Road, Sandur 583119 India
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Arrived here at lunchtime after a long drive and a longer flight before that. Sameer, the manager and a charming man, greeted us warmly. Lunch was a leisurely affair with the the service both attentive and discreet. The meals, soup and main, were a delicious blend of quality, quantity, flavor and spice. The beer (lager) was cold and the juices delicious. Topped off with a tour of the palace and its history, this was a lovely way to utilized a couple of hours.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Easy to find and plenty of parking.
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Shivavilas palace is one of my favourite destinations of all time, and it is not just because it is a palace converted into a luxury hotel. The sheer fact that this is one of the few properties which ticks all the boxes of luxury, hospitality, exemplary customer service and overall satisfaction levels just makes it an amazing place to spend a nice weekend or vacation especially if looking for good stay options around Hampi. The approach to the hotel is very easy, there are well tarred roads all the way to the parking lot, the parking area is safe and secure. The check in and check out process is extremely nice and simple. The staff are always ready to help with a smile on their faces. The property is large and expansive, with plenty of things to see and do. The library was particularly well kept with tons of interesting books. We had booked the deluxe rooms and the rooms are very large and airy, maintained very neatly and all the necessary amenities are well stocked. The bathrooms are large and airy as well. 10/10 score for the way the management has managed to retain the old world charm of the palace whilst ensuring all the modern amenities are provided. The restaurant is fantastic although menu items seemed limited at first, the taste and quality and quantity more than make up for that. Room service was quick and efficient as well. The staff went out of the way to ensure we had a fantastic time. I would like to Arun for the excellent room service of all the delicious food we ordered, Roopesh at the restaurant for amazing service whenever we went downstairs to dine there, especially for breakfast. The front office staff Lokesh, Praveen and Tejaswini were very helpful with the check in and checkout formalities, and very knowledgeable in suggesting us things to do during our stay there. Special mention to Shankar the driver here, who also turns into a travel guide. He has excellent knowledge of the entire region here. He drove us all the way to Hampi and took us to every important historical site and explained to us the tiny little details behind every monument. He also ensured we stopped at the best viewpoints and lunch restaurant, making it a 100% perfect Hampi trip for us. Please do not hesitate to use Shivavilas palace’s taxi services for Hampi sightseeing, it is worth every penny and more. Last but not the least, thanks to the manager here, Ms. Abha who spent time with us helping us curate our sightseeing itinerary on the 3 days that we spent there. Thanks for all the amazing hospitality and excellent customer service, team Shivavilas! Will be back to visit Sandur again in a different season, perhaps in Monsoon.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We have booked the Maharaja and Maharani Suite rooms for 3 days. Awesome place to stay and experience the royal life. Staff is very courteous. Special mention to Tejaswini. Food is awesome. Only mention to the management is to add and maintain few more activities. Regards Krishna Kishore
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Date of stay: August 2022
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I visited this hotel in Aug 2022. The experience was horrible from booking date. I booked 3 rooms on a weekend via their corporate office at Delhi. Since it is a ITC hotel, I paid 50 percent advance. I received mail confirmation too. A day before stay, the person calls me and demands additional money. As per him, since it is long weekend, the tariff of hotel has increased from Rs 13000 to Rs 24000. As per him, their sales head refused to take booking. I was shocked and perplexed; how can some one be so unprofessional?? That too a ITC hotel brand. The hotel denied to refund my amount too. It was like a blackmail to pay additional money. After lot of arguments they agreed to honour booking/contract. We travelled almost 700 kms to reach hotel. On arrival, at reception they demanded balance 50 percent payment. Just an unwelcoming gesture. They didn’t even allow to check in luggage. Hospitality was at its lowest standard. The food and staff were good, but the hotel management is totally disappointing. They promised 15 percent discount on food during booking, but denied while paying bill. Please be aware before booking and paying advance! You might be next victim.…
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 16 Aug 2022
Dear Sir Namaskar! Thank for your valuable feedback and we sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused to you. We are happy to note the positive mention regarding the food and staff at the WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace. We were glad to honour a 15% discount on the food and beverages and service post operational hours. We acknowledge the hiccup you faced while making the reservation for your stay. The team by oversight had misquoted however we were keen on having you stay at the hotel and hence honoured the reservation. At WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace our endeavour is to deliver preeminent service amalgamated with high standards of quality. We would urge you to treat your experience in isolation, and give us an opportunity to reach out to you for better comprehension of the concerns and resurrect your faith in our Brand. Looking forward to welcoming you back in near future.
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This is a beautiful property surrounded by lush green manicured lawns with natural flora. What stands out the most is how hospitable the entire staff is. They will cater to your every need and do it with a smile. Right from the checkin process which lasted all of two minutes, to making sure the room ac was turned on before we stepped in, to serving coffee and tea near the swimming pool, their attention to detail is astounding. I got a room on the first floor with a large balcony. The rooms are spacious with double heighted ceilings which give you the feeling of royalty. There is much to do on the property. For kids there is an activity room and a swimming pool. They also have some outdoor sports equipments. The food is also amazing. Everything we ate here was good. No complaints. Breakfast was also amazing. I found the spread to be adequate. What they might miss out on the number of items, they more than make up for it in terms of taste. I would definitely recommend this palace for anyone looking for a holiday on this area.…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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Overall a wonderful property to stay. Well maintained and peaceful location. Courteous staff and management. Will definitely recommend it. A different experience to stay in a palace hotel. Two different museums to see. Rooms are spacious and well maintained. Must visit property if you are planning Hampi. Little away from hampi but worth considering.
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Parking is available
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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This is our second visit. The amazing service, Rooms and food made us visit the hotel again. Totally a royal experience and would like to visit again and again. Its a perfect place for a family outing.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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Stayed here for 2 nights. Peaceful place. Excellent customer service. All the covid protocols were followed. Good food. Inform previous day to taste the authentic style food. Car Museum is good. Darbar hall museum is excellent. Good place for small Destination Weddings.
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Room Tip: ask for balcony
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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It is a palace is built on a sprawling area of 20 acres. The palace built by the Ghorpade royal family showcases vintage photographs, Lambani wall hangings, antique furniture, vintage cars, and an armory museum. The legacy of the royal family made my stay at the palace an unforgettable experience.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Room Tip: Do not miss a stroll around the premises...
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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It was a wonderful and memorable stay at this palace for 2 days. It’s a home away from home. We really enjoyed their hospitality especially by Mr Sameer, Mr Joseph, Ms Tejaswini at the reception and Mr Thimmappa and Mr Biswajit at Restaurant who took care of us nicely . Don’t miss the car museum where all the vintage cars are there and the Darbar Hall museum where the kind old weapons were kept and it was nicely explained by Mr Joseph. It’s like revisiting our great giants place of the last century and had a chance to stay there . Thanks a lot for the management team for preserving the heritage items .
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
Responded 6 Jul 2022
Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.
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PRICE RANGE
$291 - $355 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
IndiaKarnatakaBellary DistrictSandur
NUMBER OF ROOMS
12
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Frequently Asked Questions about WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
What are some of the property amenities at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI have airport transportation?
Yes, WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and conference facilities during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Hindi.
Is WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.