Your stay — Renaissance Hotel
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The Property — Renaissance Hotel
The Renaissance Hotel in central Lucknow is a solid, business-oriented three-star with clean, modern rooms and a small but functional pool. Its biggest asset is location on the main MG Road, putting you ten minutes from Hazratganj and major sights. This suits a pragmatic traveller who values efficiency and a decent breakfast rather than local character. The lobby feels bright but generic, like a mid-range chain anywhere in India.
Chronicles of Lucknow
Lucknow rose as the capital of the Nawabs of Awadh in the 18th century, who built its famous gardens, imambaras and the monumental Bara Imambara. The British reshaped it after the 1857 uprising, adding wide boulevards and the Gomti riverfront. Today it balances Mughal-era elegance with a thriving culinary scene built around kebabs and biryani. The city remains a cultural hub for Urdu poetry and classical music, though modern malls and traffic now dominate the streets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Lucknow guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather (15-25°C) ideal for sightseeing, plus the Lucknow Mahotsav cultural festival in November-December draws moderate crowds.
Peak / festival surge
October/November: Diwali and the Lucknow Festival push hotel prices 30-40% higher. Hotels fill fast, and the city buzzes with events. Expect warm days (30°C) and crowds at monuments.
Budget shoulder season
March and September: temperatures are 30-35°C but less humid than summer; hotel rates drop 20-30% after the peak season ends. You'll find emptier sights and decent deals.
Weather & packing
July is the peak monsoon month: expect heavy rain and humidity around 85%. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry jacket and waterproof shoes – an umbrella alone won't cut it between autos and taxis.
Live City Briefing — Lucknow
- The Lucknow Metro's Red Line now connects the hotel area (near Sachivalaya station) to Hazratganj and the railway station; useful for avoiding monsoon traffic jams.
- Several new cafes and microbreweries opened along Gomti Nagar's Faizabad Road in 2025, offering air-conditioned escapes from the July heat.
- Monsoon flooding on low-lying roads near the Gomti can cause delays – taxi drivers may avoid Hazratganj during heavy downpours; plan extra travel time.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Renaissance Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5 to 7, facing the rear courtyard (away from M.G. Marg). These top floors cut street noise and get better light. The two accessible ground-floor rooms are also good if you need step-free access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and restaurant (morning prep noise). Also avoid rooms facing M.G. Marg on floors 1–3 — traffic honking and bus fumes are constant on Hazratganj's main road.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms (courtyard side) see the old Hazratganj bazaar rooftops and the Gomti River floodplain in the distance. Front-facing rooms look straight onto M.G. Marg traffic and the multilevel car park — no view worth mentioning.
Quietest floors
Floors 5–7
🔊 Noise notes
M.G. Marg is Lucknow's primary shopping artery, with buses, auto-rickshaws, and honking from 7am to 11pm. The hotel's two lifts are audible in rooms adjacent to the shaft (especially floors 2–4). No bar or nightclub on-site.
Insider tips
Parking is free but limited to 40 cars — arrive before 2pm to secure a spot, or use Hazratganj Multilevel (Rs. 20/hour) across the street. If you need work-grade Wi-Fi, pay Rs. 500/day for the premium tier; the free 10 Mbps is fine for browsing but not video calls.
- 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 — Renaissance Hotel
Free standard Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); premium tier (50 Mbps) available at Rs. 500/day
Two lifts serving all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code in room; no physical papers delivered
Standard check-in 14:00, early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, after 18:00 full night charged
Complimentary at bell desk for same-day; longer storage negotiable with concierge
Step-free main entrance with ramp; two accessible rooms on ground floor; lifts have braille buttons; no tactile guiding paths
On-site complimentary parking for 40 cars (first-come-first-served); no valet; nearest public car park (Hazratganj Multilevel) Rs. 20/hour; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 5% of room rate as Luxury Tax (state-imposed) - included in most online rates; confirm at booking
Deposit & card hold: First night's tariff as advance deposit; Rs. 2,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Inox Riverside Mall — 74 m · ~1 min walk
Riverside — 254 m · ~3 min walk
राज्य संग्रहालय लखनऊ — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium — 428 m · ~5 min walk
CMS Playground — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 835 m · ~10 min walk
Lekhraj Market — 2.7 km · ~33 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs from State Bank of India or ICICI in Hazratganj for the best rates; avoid the airport exchange counters and tourist bureau kiosks, which give poor rates.
Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are accepted at mid-range and upscale restaurants, hotels, and larger shops; smaller street stalls and local eateries are cash-only. Contactless is becoming common at chain stores but not widespread.
Restaurants: 10% is appreciated but not mandatory if service charge is already added (check the bill). Taxis: round up the fare or leave 20-50 INR. Hotel porters: 50-100 INR per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small filter coffee from a street-side stall costs around 20-30 INR.
A thali (full meal) at a modest local restaurant costs 150-250 INR.
A main course at a basic restaurant (e.g., biryani or kebab with naan) costs 200-350 INR.
The area around Hazratganj and Janpath Market has numerous chaat, tikki, and kebab stalls; old city (Chowk) is famous for street food but is a bit further out.
Reliance Smart Point and Easyday are common budget supermarket chains in Lucknow.
Janpath Market and Hazratganj offer affordable high-street clothes and local handloom textiles; be ready to bargain.
Rickshaws (cycle or auto) cost 30-70 INR for short hops; buses are 10-20 INR per ride. From the airport, take a prepaid auto or Uber/Ola taxi (around 400-600 INR) rather than a hotel taxi.
Eat at thali restaurants rather than ordering à la carte; use prepaid auto-rickshaw coupons at the airport to avoid haggling; withdraw cash from ATMs inside malls rather than standalone machines to avoid higher fees.
Good to know — Lucknow
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.72 · 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 Renaissance Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 835 m · ~10 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 Renaissance Hotel?
Request a room on floors 5 to 7, facing the rear courtyard (away from M.G. Marg). These top floors cut street noise and get better light. The two accessible ground-floor rooms are also good if you need step-free access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Renaissance Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and restaurant (morning prep noise). Also avoid rooms facing M.G. Marg on floors 1–3 — traffic honking and bus fumes are constant on Hazratganj's main road.
Is Renaissance Hotel noisy?
M.G. Marg is Lucknow's primary shopping artery, with buses, auto-rickshaws, and honking from 7am to 11pm. The hotel's two lifts are audible in rooms adjacent to the shaft (especially floors 2–4). No bar or nightclub on-site.
Which rooms have the best views at Renaissance Hotel?
Rear-facing rooms (courtyard side) see the old Hazratganj bazaar rooftops and the Gomti River floodplain in the distance. Front-facing rooms look straight onto M.G. Marg traffic and the multilevel car park — no view worth mentioning.
What are insider tips for staying at Renaissance Hotel?
Parking is free but limited to 40 cars — arrive before 2pm to secure a spot, or use Hazratganj Multilevel (Rs. 20/hour) across the street. If you need work-grade Wi-Fi, pay Rs. 500/day for the premium tier; the free 10 Mbps is fine for browsing but not video calls.
What time is check-in at Renaissance Hotel?
Check-in at Renaissance Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Renaissance Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 10 Mbps); premium tier (50 Mbps) available at Rs. 500/day
Is there a city or tourist tax at Renaissance Hotel?
5% of room rate as Luxury Tax (state-imposed) - included in most online rates; confirm at booking
Where can I eat cheaply near Renaissance Hotel?
A thali (full meal) at a modest local restaurant costs 150-250 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Renaissance Hotel?
Rickshaws (cycle or auto) cost 30-70 INR for short hops; buses are 10-20 INR per ride. From the airport, take a prepaid auto or Uber/Ola taxi (around 400-600 INR) rather than a hotel taxi.
When is the best time to visit Lucknow?
November to February: cool, dry weather (15-25°C) ideal for sightseeing, plus the Lucknow Mahotsav cultural festival in November-December draws moderate crowds.
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.