Your stay — Ram Krishna Guest House
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The Property — Ram Krishna Guest House
Ram Krishna Guest House is a no-frills budget option in the Chowk area, popular with backpackers and pilgrims visiting Lucknow’s old city. The lobby feels like a modest family home: tile floors, a small reception desk, and a faint smell of cardamom from the chai served in the attached cafe. Rooms are clean but basic, with cold water and occasional power cuts. It suits travellers who prioritise location over comfort — minutes from Bara Imambara and the bustling Aminabad bazaar.
Chronicles of Lucknow
Lucknow rose to prominence in the 18th century as the capital of the Nawabs of Awadh, who built its famed imambaras, mosques, and gardens. The British annexation in 1856 sparked the Indian Rebellion a year later — the city became a symbol of resistance. Post-independence, Lucknow evolved into Uttar Pradesh’s administrative hub, blending Mughal and colonial architecture with modern high-rises. Today, it is known for its polite ‘tehzeeb’ (culture), slow food scene, and a thriving Urdu and Hindi literary tradition.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lucknow guide →Best months
October to March: dry, mild weather (10–25°C) and fewer tourists outside December. Ideal for sightseeing and street food walks.
Peak / festival surge
December, when the Lucknow Mahotsav (cultural festival) draws crowds; hotel rates rise by 20–30%. The city buzzes with fairs, classical music, and food stalls.
Budget shoulder season
April to June: hot (35–40°C) but cheap — guest houses offer deep discounts. Early mornings and evenings are still tolerable for exploring indoors.
Weather & packing
Lucknow’s July monsoon brings sudden heavy downpours and high humidity. Pack a lightweight rain jacket, waterproof shoes, and a quick-dry towel for daily showers.
Live City Briefing — Lucknow
- Lucknow Metro’s Red Line now connects Munshi Pulia to Charbagh station — useful for reaching the hotel from the railway station.
- The annual ‘Sham-e-Awadh’ cultural evenings at Bada Imambara have resumed every Friday (7–9 PM) until August — free entry, includes poetry and Kathak.
- Monsoon has flooded sections of Route 25 near the Gomti River — check road closures before driving to the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ram Krishna Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the interior courtyard. These rooms are far enough from street traffic to stay quiet, and you can often see a glimpse of local life without the direct noise from the main road out front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those facing the street at the front. Ground-floor rooms can pick up foot traffic and reception noise, while front-facing rooms get the full blast of Lucknow's honking tuk-tuks and early-morning activity.
Best views
The best view is from a top-floor room at the back, looking over the neighbouring low-rise houses and gardens. Lucknow has a lot of greenery in its older quarters, and that outlook feels much more peaceful than the street-facing one.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest, as they're above ground-level commotion but low enough that the lift motor and roof equipment won't disrupt sleep.
🔊 Noise notes
Lucknow's roads are chaotic, especially in the morning and evening. The guest house sits on a busy-ish street, so expect two-stroke engine noise and the occasional call to prayer from nearby mosques (which can be charming or annoying depending on your sensitivity).
Insider tips
Parking is limited — ask if they have a designated spot behind the building when you book, or expect to find street parking a few minutes away. Check-in can be slow; try to arrive after 14:00 to avoid a wait while they ready a room you've already requested. Request a room with a fan as well as AC — Lucknow can get humid, and the fan helps with air circulation even when the AC is off.
- 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 — Ram Krishna Guest House
Free, 10 Mbps download speed; no login or password required.
One lift serves all three floors; ground floor has stairs-only access to front desk (one step).
Complimentary physical The Times of India newspaper at reception; property is a converted colonial bungalow built 1930s, retains high teak ceilings.
Standard check-in 12:00 noon, check-out 12:00 noon; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of room rate.
Free, staffed 07:00–22:00
Main entrance has one step, no ramp; ground-floor rooms available by request; no wheelchair-accessible WC in standard rooms.
On-site parking for 4 cars only, free; nearest public car park at Hazratganj Metro Station, ₹100 for 12 hours; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 1 night's tariff required at booking; at check-in, a refundable ₹1,000 hold on credit card for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: Dakshin Mukhi Hanuman Mandir (473 m · ~6 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Chaura Mata Mandir (674 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Saint Joseph Cathedral (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Jama Masjid (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Sahara Ganj Mall — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
सरदार पटेल पार्क — 333 m · ~4 min walk
राज्य संग्रहालय लखनऊ — 874 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 32 m · ~1 min walk
हज़रतगंज बाज़ार — 409 m · ~5 min walk
Hazratganj — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange counters which give poor rates. Notify your bank before travel.
Cards are widely accepted in malls, hotels and larger restaurants; smaller shops and street vendors prefer cash. Contactless and UPI (mobile pay) are common for transactions.
Not expected but appreciated: 10% at nice restaurants, round up taxi fares, and a 50-100 INR tip for hotel porters or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chai from a street stall for about 10-20 INR; filter coffee at a local dhaba for 30-50 INR.
A thali at a modest restaurant for 100-200 INR.
A main dish at a mid-range restaurant for 200-350 INR.
Aminabad and Chowk areas are famous for kebabs, biryani and chaat; Hazratganj also has good street food stalls.
Reliance Smart, Big Bazaar and Easyday are common supermarket chains in Lucknow.
Hazratganj and Aminabad markets offer affordable high-street and traditional clothing; Janpath Market is good for budget buys.
Auto-rickshaws (shared ones cheapest, about 10-20 INR for short hops) and city buses (5-15 INR per ride). From the airport, take a prepaid auto or Ola/Uber (200-400 INR). A day pass for city buses is about 30 INR.
Eat at popular street food stalls in Chowk or Aminabad; use shared auto-rickshaws instead of hiring private ones; bargain in local markets, especially for clothes and souvenirs.
Good to know — Lucknow
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.34 · 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 Ram Krishna Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 32 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
About Lucknow
Wikipedia ↗
Lucknow (Hindi: Lakhanaū, pronounced [ˈləkʰnə.uː] ) is a metropolis and the second largest city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh where it serves as the capital and the administrative headquarters of the eponymous district and division. The city had a population of 2.8 million according to the 20...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ram Krishna Guest House?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the interior courtyard. These rooms are far enough from street traffic to stay quiet, and you can often see a glimpse of local life without the direct noise from the main road out front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ram Krishna Guest House?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor and those facing the street at the front. Ground-floor rooms can pick up foot traffic and reception noise, while front-facing rooms get the full blast of Lucknow's honking tuk-tuks and early-morning activity.
Is Ram Krishna Guest House noisy?
Lucknow's roads are chaotic, especially in the morning and evening. The guest house sits on a busy-ish street, so expect two-stroke engine noise and the occasional call to prayer from nearby mosques (which can be charming or annoying depending on your sensitivity).
Which rooms have the best views at Ram Krishna Guest House?
The best view is from a top-floor room at the back, looking over the neighbouring low-rise houses and gardens. Lucknow has a lot of greenery in its older quarters, and that outlook feels much more peaceful than the street-facing one.
What are insider tips for staying at Ram Krishna Guest House?
Parking is limited — ask if they have a designated spot behind the building when you book, or expect to find street parking a few minutes away. Check-in can be slow; try to arrive after 14:00 to avoid a wait while they ready a room you've already requested. Request a room with a fan as well as AC — Lucknow can get humid, and the fan helps with air circulation even when the AC is off.
What time is check-in at Ram Krishna Guest House?
Check-in at Ram Krishna Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ram Krishna Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free, 10 Mbps download speed; no login or password required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ram Krishna Guest House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ram Krishna Guest House?
A thali at a modest restaurant for 100-200 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ram Krishna Guest House?
Auto-rickshaws (shared ones cheapest, about 10-20 INR for short hops) and city buses (5-15 INR per ride). From the airport, take a prepaid auto or Ola/Uber (200-400 INR). A day pass for city buses is about 30 INR.
When is the best time to visit Lucknow?
October to March: dry, mild weather (10–25°C) and fewer tourists outside December. Ideal for sightseeing and street food walks.
Top Attractions in 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.