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WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI
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Reviewed 4 January 2021
Validates our belief in desi hospitality

The hotel is not in a very touristy place - other than the ancient Kumaraswamy temple, there is hardly anything to do in Sandur. In house, the vintage car museum is more like a garage, there is a small pool to keep you cool; you can cycle around a bit or play darts in an activity room. But thats just about it!

So what made the stay memorable / worthwhile - indubitably the service. Mr Sameer & his team personalize the experience to an extent you start feeling 'at home'. Be it humoring a kids wishes for doughnuts ( at night ) or helping with the day's itinerary, arranging a spa appointment in a different hotel...there is no wish that these genies cannot fulfil!

The room we stayed in was quite atmospheric. Breakfast, however was pretty modest but still tasteful...

An absolute must do in my opinion...best wishes to the team!

Room tip: Choose the rooms on the 1st floor
Date of stay: December 2020
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Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI, responded to this reviewResponded 9 June 2021

Dear Guest, Thank you for your valuable feedback on TripAdvisor.

We are glad to hear that overall you had a comfortable stay at WH Shivavilas palace heritage hotel. We are happy to you liked that palace,Food,Pool and staff service

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Reviewed 2 January 2021 via mobile
A memorable stay in the Sandur Palace

One of the most beautiful places to stay, with a welcoming hospitality and great food to add the cherry on top. Totally worth the money, and would be a different experience as compared to other 5-star hotels.

This is far too cozy than other 5-stars we have stayed in - only 12 odd rooms in the palace which makes far more personal. We got a food inclusive package and they packed our food thoughtfully when we were to be out full day.

Place had a vintage car museum and Alas, how well they maintained these Vintage cars.

I do think, it is a must stay place if you are going to Hampi.

Date of stay: December 2020
Trip type: Travelled with family
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Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI, responded to this reviewResponded 9 June 2021

Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.

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Reviewed 1 January 2021
A hidden gem

Shivavilas Palace was a very pleasant surprise. The hotel is tucked away 1 hr from Hampi in the lush Sandur Valley. The property has preserved the ambience of the once Princely State of Sandur, with lots of Raj era memorabilia. The rooms are spacious and clean, and borders on old world luxury of antique furnishings. The staff displays impeccable courtesy and professionalism. You really feel welcome and cherished as a guest. There is not much to do other than visiting the ancient Kumaraswamy temple (in itself highly rewarding and beautifully set in the hills above Sandur) but this just enhances the attractiveness of Shivavilas Palace. A perfect place to unwind with family or friends. The only drawback (for some of us) was that the hotel does not have a licence to serve alcohol.

Date of stay: December 2020
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Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI, responded to this reviewResponded 9 June 2021

Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.

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Reviewed 30 December 2020
Lovely hotel and service

The hotel is a heritage property that feels quaint and charming, very lovely for a 5 star hotel stay. The staff goes out of their way to ensure you have a good stay, we had a great time there for my parents anniversary for which they gave us a cake and decorated the room on their own accord!

Date of stay: December 2020
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Shivavilas Palace, General Manager at WelcomHeritage Shivavilas Palace, HAMPI, responded to this reviewResponded 9 June 2021

Thank you for your very positive and kind comments. We endeavor to maintain the Heritage and our standard of service.

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Reviewed 20 November 2020 via mobile
A lesser known gem

We chose Shivavilas Palace in Sandur for our trip to Hampi. Although the drive to Hampi took us almost 50 minutes one way, we don't regret choosing this beautiful palace turned hotel. The room we occupied was well decorated with everything needed for a good comfortable stay. The room was clean and the bathroom with its lovely high ceiling and natural lighting was something we particularly liked. The attached sitout was another attraction. The service was quite good,the staff courteous and prompt. The hotel is located in a quiet part of the town. Food, too, was good.
This was a trip we took in times of a pandemic hence, we had to choose a hotel with a lot thought. As guests it made us feel comfortable when we saw the staff in masks. In such times that's the need of the hour. Our stay was excellent and we would definitely return again. Sandur and Shivavilas Palace took our heart. A special mention of Biswajit, Sameer and Joseph along with another staff at the reception whose name I am not too sure of.

Date of stay: November 2020
Trip type: Travelled with family
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