Votre séjour — Elora
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La propriété — Elora
The Elora is a straightforward 3-star hotel on Lucknow's main commercial strip, Hazratganj. The lobby is clean, air-conditioned and no-nonsense — polished marble, a small reception desk and a few armchairs. It suits budget-conscious business travellers or independent tourists who want a reliable, central base within walking distance of cafes and the state museum, but don't expect character.
Chroniques de Lucknow
Lucknow was founded in the 13th century but flowered under the Nawabs of Awadh in the 18th and 19th centuries, who built a skyline of imambaras, gateways and gardens. The British annexed the region in 1856, and the city became a flashpoint of the 1857 uprising, later rebuilt as a colonial administrative centre. Today Lucknow is known for its courteous 'tehzeeb' (etiquette), slow-cooked cuisine and a layered architectural legacy that mixes Mughal, Indo-Saracenic and Art Deco styles.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Lucknow →Meilleurs mois
November-February: cool, dry and pleasant for sightseeing, with the Lucknow Festival in December adding local colour without overwhelming crowds.
Peak / Festival surge
December is peak season, driven by winter sun and holiday travel; hotel rates can rise 30-50% and advance booking is essential.
La saison des épaules
March and October offer good weather with fewer tourists and hotel discounts of 15-25%, though March evenings can get warm.
Météo & Emballage
Lucknow's monsoon arrives by late June, so expect oppressive humidity and sudden heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a quick-dry umbrella; avoid cotton if you'll be out walking.
Briefing de la ville — Lucknow
- The Lucknow Metro's Red Line now connects Hazratganj to the airport via CCS Airport station, cutting taxi time to 35 minutes.
- Several historic monuments, including the Bara Imambara, have extended visiting hours to 8pm during the summer to avoid midday heat.
- A new food street has opened on Ruchi Khand near the Gomti River, offering a curated row of Lucknowi street-food stalls away from main road traffic.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Elora, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear courtyard. These rooms are high enough to avoid street rumble from the main road and have better natural light and cross-ventilation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground and first floors, especially those facing the front: they catch direct street noise, kitchen exhaust, and truck deliveries. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor (typically rooms 1–3 on each floor) because of mid-night mechanical hum.
Best views
The rear courtyard view (rooms ending in 8–10) is the best: it overlooks a small garden and a few old city roofs, not the main road. Front-facing rooms have a street view with two lanes of traffic and little architectural interest.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6 are quietest — away from street noise and the lobby/restaurant bustle on levels 0–2.
🔊 Noise notes
Lucknow roads are busy even outside rush hours. The front of the hotel faces a main arterial road (Hazratganj area connection) with constant motorbike and three-wheeler noise. The restaurant on the ground floor gets busy from 7 to 9 am, and there's a small generator at the back of the building that churns audibly on floors 1–2 during power cuts.
Insider tips
If you arrive by car, park in the rear lot and ask for help with bags — the front entrance is cramped and often blocked by waiting taxis. For a quieter stay, check in after 2 pm (peak check-out chaos ends) and request a room away from the central staircase, as drunk guests often use it late at night.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Elora
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for all guests; paid high-speed upgrade at Rs 300 per 24 hours (10 Mbps); no login required beyond room number
One lift serving all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary Times of India and Hindustan Times at reception; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs half a night's rate, subject to availability
Free for same day only; overnight storage Rs 200 per bag
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lifts serve all floors; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms
On-site open parking free for guests (10 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park at Hazratganj Metro Station (Rs 50 per night); no EV charging
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; Rs 1000 incidental hold upon check-in via cash or card
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Place of worship: Hanumant dham (672 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Lalbagh Methodist Church (724 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Jama Masjid (862 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Saint Joseph Cathedral (880 m · ~11 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Sahara Ganj Mall — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Raja Jai Lal Singh Park — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Lucknow Bioscope — 292 m · ~4 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Nearest — 722 m · ~9 min walk
KD Singh Babu Stadium — 206 m · ~3 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or tourist bureaux as they give poor rates and add fees.
Cards are widely accepted in malls, hotels, and larger restaurants; smaller shops and street vendors prefer cash. Contactless and mobile pay (Paytm, Google Pay) are common for many local transactions.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 10% in nicer restaurants, and give 50–100 INR to hotel staff for good service.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →A cup of filter coffee or chai from a street stall costs around 30–50 INR.
A thali at a local eatery costs around 150–250 INR and is filling.
A main dish at a mid-range restaurant such as biryani or curry with roti is about 250–400 INR.
For cheap eats, head to Hazratganj or Chowk areas where chaat, kebabs, and tikki are sold from stalls, often under 100 INR per serving.
Reliance Fresh and Big Bazaar are common budget supermarket chains in this area.
Affordable clothing is found at local markets like Hazratganj Market or the Janpath Market area; expect cotton kurtas and sarees from 400 INR upwards.
Cycle rickshaws are cheapest for short hops (around 20–50 INR); for longer travel, use auto-rickshaws (share auto for 10–20 INR per person). From Lucknow airport, the cheapest way is by bus (city bus service, approx 50 INR) or a shared auto to Charbagh then connect.
1. Use local rickshaws instead of Ola/Uber for short trips. 2. Eat at local thali joints rather than tourist restaurants. 3. Haggle politely at bazaars for clothes and souvenirs.
Bon à savoir — Lucknow
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.44 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lucknow, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Elora
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 722 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Airport Metro Station (under construction till 2026, current nearest: Vasant Kunj) → Shiva Guest House (nearest: Hazratganj Metro Station)
💡 Until airport station opens, use SCCS Terminal bus to Vasant Kunj Metro. Purchase token from yellow machines: station has auto rickshaws to guest house for ₹20 smartcard top-up.
Airport bus stop (outside terminal) → Shiva Guest House
💡 Take the UPSRTC AC bus to 'Charbagh Bus Stand', then autorickshaw to Aminabad for ₹30. Bus lack luggage space—backpack fine, hard suitcase awkward.
Charbagh Railway Station or central Lucknow (nearest major point to guest house) → Shiva Guest House, Aminabad
💡 From airport directly, Ola/Uber cost ₹350. Best for short hops: type 'Shiva Guest House Aminabad' exactly. Negotiate cash fares only if app fails—driver will ask ₹100, haggle to ₹60.
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) → Shiva Guest House (Aminabad area)
💡 Book at the government prepaid counter inside arrivals. Avoid drivers who haggle—price includes all tolls. Share the taxi with others for ₹150 per head if alone.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Elora?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the rear courtyard. These rooms are high enough to avoid street rumble from the main road and have better natural light and cross-ventilation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Elora?
Avoid rooms on the ground and first floors, especially those facing the front: they catch direct street noise, kitchen exhaust, and truck deliveries. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor (typically rooms 1–3 on each floor) because of mid-night mechanical hum.
Is Elora noisy?
Lucknow roads are busy even outside rush hours. The front of the hotel faces a main arterial road (Hazratganj area connection) with constant motorbike and three-wheeler noise. The restaurant on the ground floor gets busy from 7 to 9 am, and there's a small generator at the back of the building that churns audibly on floors 1–2 during power cuts.
Which rooms have the best views at Elora?
The rear courtyard view (rooms ending in 8–10) is the best: it overlooks a small garden and a few old city roofs, not the main road. Front-facing rooms have a street view with two lanes of traffic and little architectural interest.
What are insider tips for staying at Elora?
If you arrive by car, park in the rear lot and ask for help with bags — the front entrance is cramped and often blocked by waiting taxis. For a quieter stay, check in after 2 pm (peak check-out chaos ends) and request a room away from the central staircase, as drunk guests often use it late at night.
What time is check-in at Elora?
Check-in at Elora is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Elora have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (2 Mbps) for all guests; paid high-speed upgrade at Rs 300 per 24 hours (10 Mbps); no login required beyond room number
Is there a city or tourist tax at Elora?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Elora?
A thali at a local eatery costs around 150–250 INR and is filling.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Elora?
Cycle rickshaws are cheapest for short hops (around 20–50 INR); for longer travel, use auto-rickshaws (share auto for 10–20 INR per person). From Lucknow airport, the cheapest way is by bus (city bus service, approx 50 INR) or a shared auto to Charbagh then connect.
When is the best time to visit Lucknow?
November-February: cool, dry and pleasant for sightseeing, with the Lucknow Festival in December adding local colour without overwhelming crowds.
Principales attractions à Lucknow
💡 Cross the road to the elevated footbridge for the best photo angle. Free to view from outside; no interior access.
💡 Free to view from the outside. Visit just before sunset – the lighting on the tower is dramatic. The nearby Hussainabad Picture Gallery (₹50) is worth combining if you have time.
💡 Entry is a minimal ₹5 for Indians, ₹25 for foreigners. The museum inside is small but free with the entry ticket. Carry water – the walk through the ruins takes about an hour.
💡 Go early morning (8-9am) to avoid crowds and heat. Combine with the adjacent stepwell, Baoli – it's included in the ticket but often missed.
💡 Cheap entry (₹10-20). Best visited on weekday mornings – it gets rowdy on weekends. The toy train is an extra ₹10 but worth it for a quick tour.