🇮🇳 Indore, India
Hotel Centrum
📍 2, Joy Palasia, Indore, 452018
Your stay — Hotel Centrum
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The Property — 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.
Chronicles of 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.
Best Time to Visit
Full Indore guide →Best months
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 shoulder season
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.
Weather & packing
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 — 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 Facilities — 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.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
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 & Dietary Nearby
- 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)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
One Centre — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Patrakar Colony Garden — 164 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 21 m · ~1 min walk
Arpit Chemist — 69 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
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.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a 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.
Good to know — Indore
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.44 · 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 →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Attractions 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.