🇮🇳 Indore, India
Hotel Centrum
📍 2, Joy Palasia, Indore, 452018
Dein Aufenthalt — Hotel Centrum
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Das Eigentum — Hotel Centrum
Hotel Centrum is a solidly dependable 3-star in Indore's busy commercial district. The lobby is small but clean, with marble floors and a front desk that gets you checked in fast. It suits budget-conscious business travellers or solo tourists who want a no-fuss central base rather than character or luxury. The USP is location: a short walk from Rajwada Palace and the main market streets.
Chroniken von Indore
Indore was founded in the early 18th century as a trading post by the Holkar dynasty. Its architectural identity mixes Maratha palaces with colonial-era arcades and boulevards, most visible around Rajwada and the Chhatris. Post-independence, it grew into a major commercial and educational hub. Today it's India's cleanest city (2017-2023 rankings) and a food capital, famous for street eats like poha and bhutte ka kees.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Indore-Guide →Die besten Monate
October to February: cool, dry weather (15-25°C) and comfortable for sightseeing. Avoids monsoon humidity and peak wedding season crowds in November-December.
Peak / Festival Surge
March-April sees the Ganesh Chaturthi festival (typically late Aug-early Sep) but Indore's true peak is November during Diwali and wedding season. Hotel Centrum prices rise 30-40% then; rooms book out early.
Budget Schulter Saison
July to September is the monsoon shoulder: hotel rates often 20-30% cheaper, fewer tourists, but expect frequent heavy showers. The greenery is lush and the city quieter.
Wetter & Verpackung
Indore has a monsoon climate but its latitude means humidity builds from June onward. For early July, pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a quick-dry umbrella — a compact one that fits in a day bag, because sudden downpours are common.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Indore
- Indore's BRTS (Bus Rapid Transit) corridor is undergoing revamp until late 2026; expect detours and longer travel times around the airport road area.
- The city's new One District One Product market near Rajwada Palace opened in May 2026, selling local textiles and snacks — useful for souvenirs.
- Monsoon waterlogging hotspots are known near Palasia and Holkar Stadium; check weather before booking cab rides.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Centrum, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard (away from Joy Palasia). These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle, but low enough for quick stair access when the single lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Joy Palasia — that road can get noisy with auto-rickshaws and scooters, especially in the evening. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor if you're a light sleeper.
Best views
Best view is from an upper-floor room (4th floor) facing the street — you'll see the busy Palasia neighbourhood with its mix of shops and street life, plus some skyline. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and are less inspiring but much quieter.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors are quietest, especially if you request a rear-facing room.
🔊 Noise notes
Joy Palasia is a main road with auto-rickshaws, scooters and occasional honking. The hotel's single lift has a distinct whir audible in rooms adjacent to its shaft. Service entrance (likely at rear) may cause early-morning clatter from deliveries.
Insider tips
1) Parking is limited to maybe 4-5 cars in front of the hotel; arrive before 4pm or park on the street overnight (safe enough, but shift your mirrors in). 2) The lift is slow — use the stairs for 1st and 2nd floors; it saves time and avoids waiting with other guests.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Hotel Centrum
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed roughly 10 Mbps download, sufficient for video calls. No login portal; just select network and enter room number.
One lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital editions of The Hindu and Times of India available via QR code in lobby. No printed newspapers.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 07:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs ₹1,000 (subject to availability).
Free for day-use after checkout; long-term storage (over 24 hours) ₹200 per bag per day.
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or grab bars in bathrooms. Corridors wide enough for standard chairs.
On-site open parking for 15 cars, free for guests. Nearest public car park is at Phoenix Citadel Mall (₹50 per night). No EV charging.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required for booking; refundable ₹2,500 cash or card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Place of worship: Jain Mandir (512 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Shri Krishna Temple (633 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Hanuman Mandir (743 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Sri Nagar Colony Masjid (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
One Centre — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Patrakar Colony Garden — 164 m · ~2 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 21 m · ~1 min walk
Arpit Chemist — 69 m · ~1 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use bank ATMs or currency exchange counters in malls; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates and extra fees.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted at upscale stores, hotels, and restaurants; smaller shops, street vendors, and auto-rickshaws prefer cash; contactless and UPI (mobile pay) common via apps like Google Pay.
No obligation but appreciated: 10% in nicer restaurants if no service charge; round up taxi fares; 50-100 INR for hotel porters or housekeeping.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee or chai from a street stall or small café: 15-30 INR.
Rice, dal, sabzi, and roti from a no-frills thali joint: 80-120 INR.
Simple North Indian thali or pasta dish at a casual eatery: 150-250 INR per main.
Clusters near MG Road, Rajwada, and Sarafa Bazaar serve poha, samosa, kachori, and chaat; many stalls open evenings.
Reliance Smart Bazaar, Big Bazaar, or local kirana stores throughout the area.
Street markets (e.g., Rajwada, Khajuri Bazar) for affordable traditional and western wear; high-street brands at malls like Treasure Island.
Bus (Indore City Transport) ticket 10-30 INR per ride or metro (started 2024) fare 20-50 INR; from the airport, take prepaid auto or bus ~100-150 INR.
Eat at local thali joints rather than tourist restaurants; use auto-rickshaws after agreeing fare upfront; buy bottled water from supermarkets (20 INR) not hotels.
Gut zu wissen — Indore
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.55 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Indore, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Centrum
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 21 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Arpit Chemist — 69 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Airport station (planned – currently not operational) → Hotel Centrum
💡 Metro Phase 1 is not yet running. Use bus or taxi for now. Once operational, check at hotel for nearest station (likely Vijay Nagar or Rajwada).
Airport stop (near gate) → Rajwada stop (0.5km from Hotel Centrum)
💡 Bus AC-9 runs via Vijay Nagar. Alight at Rajwada, then walk or take an auto for ₹30 to the hotel. Avoid during peak 8–9 am and 5–7 pm.
Anywhere in Indore → Hotel Centrum
💡 App-based rides are cheaper than prepaid taxis for short hops. Set destination as 'Hotel Centrum, near Railway Station'. Surge pricing happens near airport post-9 pm.
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport → Hotel Centrum, Indore
💡 Book at the prepaid counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Taxis queue outside but drivers may ask extra for luggage.
Über Indore
Wikipedia ↗
Indore ( ; ISO: Indaura, Hindi: [ɪn̪d̪ɔːr]) is the largest city of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh where it serves as the capital and the administrative headquarters of the eponymous district and division. Modern-day Indore was established on the banks of the Kanh and Saraswati rivers and traces ...
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What are the best rooms at Hotel Centrum?
Ask for a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the interior courtyard (away from Joy Palasia). These are high enough to avoid street-level bustle, but low enough for quick stair access when the single lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Centrum?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing Joy Palasia — that road can get noisy with auto-rickshaws and scooters, especially in the evening. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor if you're a light sleeper.
Is Hotel Centrum noisy?
Joy Palasia is a main road with auto-rickshaws, scooters and occasional honking. The hotel's single lift has a distinct whir audible in rooms adjacent to its shaft. Service entrance (likely at rear) may cause early-morning clatter from deliveries.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Centrum?
Best view is from an upper-floor room (4th floor) facing the street — you'll see the busy Palasia neighbourhood with its mix of shops and street life, plus some skyline. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and are less inspiring but much quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Centrum?
1) Parking is limited to maybe 4-5 cars in front of the hotel; arrive before 4pm or park on the street overnight (safe enough, but shift your mirrors in). 2) The lift is slow — use the stairs for 1st and 2nd floors; it saves time and avoids waiting with other guests.
What time is check-in at Hotel Centrum?
Check-in at Hotel Centrum is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Centrum have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests. Speed roughly 10 Mbps download, sufficient for video calls. No login portal; just select network and enter room number.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Centrum?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Centrum?
Rice, dal, sabzi, and roti from a no-frills thali joint: 80-120 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Centrum?
Bus (Indore City Transport) ticket 10-30 INR per ride or metro (started 2024) fare 20-50 INR; from the airport, take prepaid auto or bus ~100-150 INR.
When is the best time to visit Indore?
October to February: cool, dry weather (15-25°C) and comfortable for sightseeing. Avoids monsoon humidity and peak wedding season crowds in November-December.
Top-Attraktionen in Indore
💡 Try the 'bhutte ka kees' at Joshi Dosa House and wash it down with 'shikanji' (spiced lemonade) from a street vendor. Best visited in the evening.
💡 Wear socks as you must remove shoes before entering. The best light is around 11 AM when sunlight streams through the glass.
💡 Go early (around 6 AM) to avoid the crowds. The priests give prasadam (sweet offerings) for a small donation.
💡 Best visited on weekday mornings to avoid crowds. The light and sound show in the evening costs extra but is worth it.
💡 Focus on the Parmar-era sculptures in the main hall. The garden outside has old cannon and stone inscriptions. Allow 1.5 hours.