Your stay — Royal Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Royal Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or above) to minimize potential street noise from Chavhan Bagh Road. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and location in a bustling city, rooms on higher floors are likely to be quieter. Additionally, if available, opt for a room with a back or side view to avoid direct sunlight and potential noise from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, as they may be closer to the service entrance and kitchen area, potentially resulting in more noise from staff and kitchen activities.
Best views
No specific view options are mentioned in the data, but rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
2nd to 3rd floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Chavhan Bagh Road and potential noise from the service entrance and kitchen area on lower floors.
Insider tips
If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider requesting a room with a fridge to store your snacks and beverages. Take advantage of the hotel's location and explore the nearby Chavhan Bagh Road, which is known for its street food and local eateries.
- 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 — Royal Hotel
free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
serves all floors; historic section of the building has a separate staircase
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and physical newspapers in the lobby
12:00 PM - 10:00 PM check-in; early bag-drop available from 8:00 AM; late check-out until 2:00 PM at INR 500 extra
available on request at INR 50 per bag per day
step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrances; no structural limitations
on-site parking available at INR 300 per night; nearest public car park at Camp, Nana Peth - INR 150 per night; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: INR 100 per night (mandatory city tax)
Deposit & card hold: INR 500 advance deposit + incidental card hold of INR 1000 at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or exchange at a bank/currency dealer in the city centre; avoid the airport and hotel counters, which give poor rates and high fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) work at mid-range and above restaurants, big stores, and hotels; smaller shops and street stalls expect cash. Contactless is growing but not universal.
Restaurants: 5-10% for good service if no service charge added. Taxis: round up to nearest 10-20 INR. Hotel staff: 20-50 INR for bellhops/room service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A paper cup of filter coffee or instant coffee from a roadside stall: around 15-25 INR.
A thali (rice, dal, sabzi, roti, chutney) at a local eatery: 80-150 INR.
A main of biryani or paneer curry at a basic restaurant: 120-200 INR.
Koregaon Park and MG Road have clusters of vada pav, chaat, and bhel puri stalls; the main street-food hub is FC Road towards Deccan.
DMart, Reliance Smart, and local kirana shops are common for everyday groceries.
FC Road and Laxmi Road have many budget garment stores and bazaars; Pune's street markets (like Tulshi Baug) offer cheap clothing.
PMPML bus: 15-30 INR per ride; daily pass 80-100 INR. From the airport, take a prepaid auto-rickshaw (around 250-400 INR to 411041) or a bus (route 401/201, ~20 INR).
1) Always drink bottled or filtered water (a 1L bottle costs 20-30 INR). 2) Eat at busier local thali joints for filling, cheap meals. 3) Use ride-sharing apps (Uber/Ola) for fixed fares, not haggled auto-rickshaws.
Good to know — Pune
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹95.47 · INR
Emergency Contacts
PuneFor non-emergency police help, dial 112 (national emergency number) or 020-26112277 for Pune City Police control room. Tourist helpline: 1800-111-363 (Ministry of Tourism).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pune, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Royal Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Pune Airport Bus Stop → Raviraj Hotel (Shivajinagar or Deccan Gymkhana stop)
💡 Take route 4A or 103 from the airport to Shivajinagar Court, then auto-rickshaw (₹50, 5 mins) to Raviraj. Buy a one-day PASS via Tumko app for unlimited rides.
Pune Airport Station (under construction; use Ramwadi Station as interim) → Raviraj Hotel (walk from Deccan Gymkhana Station)
💡 As of 2025, the airport metro is not yet operational. Use a cab from airport to Ramwadi Station (₹60, 10 mins), then metro to Deccan Gymkhana. DDA-style, no food in trains.
Pune International Airport → Raviraj Hotel (near FC Road)
💡 Book via app to avoid haggling; expect surge pricing 5-7 PM. Choose a Prime Sedan for comfort on the Airport-Ganeshkhind Road stretch.
Shivajinagar Bus Stop or Jangli Maharaj Road → Raviraj Hotel (FC Road area)
💡 Flag one down or use Ola/Uber auto. Negotiate fixed fare before boarding—metered is cheaper but drivers often refuse. Saying 'chala na, bhai' (let's go) helps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Royal Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or above) to minimize potential street noise from Chavhan Bagh Road. Given the hotel's 3-star rating and location in a bustling city, rooms on higher floors are likely to be quieter. Additionally, if available, opt for a room with a back or side view to avoid direct sunlight and potential noise from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Royal Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, as they may be closer to the service entrance and kitchen area, potentially resulting in more noise from staff and kitchen activities.
Is Royal Hotel noisy?
Street noise from Chavhan Bagh Road and potential noise from the service entrance and kitchen area on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Royal Hotel?
No specific view options are mentioned in the data, but rooms on higher floors may offer a view of the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Royal Hotel?
If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider requesting a room with a fridge to store your snacks and beverages. Take advantage of the hotel's location and explore the nearby Chavhan Bagh Road, which is known for its street food and local eateries.
What time is check-in at Royal Hotel?
Check-in at Royal Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Royal Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Royal Hotel?
INR 100 per night (mandatory city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Royal Hotel?
A thali (rice, dal, sabzi, roti, chutney) at a local eatery: 80-150 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Royal Hotel?
PMPML bus: 15-30 INR per ride; daily pass 80-100 INR. From the airport, take a prepaid auto-rickshaw (around 250-400 INR to 411041) or a bus (route 401/201, ~20 INR).
Top Attractions in Pune
💡 Go on a weekday morning before 10 AM to avoid heat and crowds. The old alley behind the temple has a tiny stall selling excellent kanda poha for 20 rupees.
💡 The train ride costs 20 rupees and runs every half hour. Best to come at sunrise when it’s quiet and the peacocks are active.
💡 Come at 7 AM for the morning aarti (ritual) or at sunset for the light. Carry water—nothing available on the hill. The temple closes between 1 PM and 4 PM for afternoon rest.
💡 The lowest-priced ticket gives full access. Audio guides are free with ticket—take one. Skip the upper floor if short on time; ground floor has the best pieces.
💡 Visit late afternoon for the light show (runs daily, small fee). The ticket queue moves fast if you go right at 5 PM.