Your stay — Apna Awaaz Building
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The Property — Apna Awaaz Building
Apna Awaaz Building is a no-frills 3-star hotel in Ranchi’s main commercial district, close to the railway station. The lobby feels like a clean, functional waiting room — bright white tiles, a small reception desk, a few plastic chairs, and the faint smell of chai from the in-house canteen. It suits budget-conscious business travellers or families needing a safe, central base for a night or two, but don't expect charm or views.
Chronicles of Ranchi
Ranchi was founded by the British in 1840 as the summer capital of Bihar, chosen for its plateau climate. The city’s architecture mixes colonial bungalows with modern concrete blocks, though many historic buildings have been lost to redevelopment. Today, Ranchi is the capital of Jharkhand (since 2000) and a hub for industry and education, but it retains a small-city feel with its lakes, waterfalls, and the sprawling Tagore Hill park.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ranchi guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 24°C, ideal for sightseeing without rain or heat; festivals like Sarhul (spring) are quieter outside these months.
Peak / festival surge
October to March (especially December-January) is the tourist peak, driven by pleasant weather and holiday travel. Hotel prices can double. Durga Puja in October also brings domestic visitors. Book well in advance.
Budget shoulder season
April and September offer lower rates, with temperatures rising to 35°C but fewer tourists. You’ll get discounts of 20-30% on room rates and shorter queues at attractions.
Weather & packing
Ranchi’s monsoon (June-September) brings heavy, almost daily downpours that can flood roads quickly. Pack a sturdy umbrella and waterproof shoes, plus quick-dry clothing for humidity.
Live City Briefing — Ranchi
- The new Ranchi Ring Road Phase 2 opened in late 2025, cutting travel time from the hotel to the airport by about 20 minutes via the Hinoo bypass.
- Jharkhand Tourism launched a direct e-bus service from Ranchi to the Tagore Hill viewpoint, stopping near the hotel (Station Road), running hourly from 7am to 6pm.
- Weekenders in July 2026: the Ranchi Lake boating facility is closed for monsoon maintenance until August 1 — plan for Dasam Falls or Hundru Falls instead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apna Awaaz Building, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still within the lift's reach if one is available, and the courtyard side is typically quieter in a 3-star building on a main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noisy from lobby, foot traffic, and possible kitchen/service areas) and rooms facing the front of the building, especially on floors 1–2, which will pick up traffic noise from Ranchi's main roads.
Best views
No specific scenic view guaranteed from this address (Ranchi city centre). A rear-facing room may give a modest skyline or a quieter street scene. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5, rear-facing. Most 3-star hotels in Ranchi with 5+ floors manage noise better on mid-level floors away from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Ranchi's main roads have constant traffic (auto-rickshaws, buses), especially during morning and evening peak hours. The hotel's location on a named road means street noise is the primary nuisance. Also watch for lift shaft noise on higher floors if the hotel is older.
Insider tips
1) If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the third or fourth floor, rear side, and bring earplugs as backup – street noise can be persistent even at night in Ranchi's commercial areas. 2) Check if the hotel offers a quiet courtyard or garden area for morning tea; many 3-star properties in Ranchi have a small outdoor space worth asking about.
- 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 — Apna Awaaz Building
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (speed ~15 Mbps); no login required. No paid tier available.
Single lift serves all floors (ground to 4th). No stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand or physical newspaper delivery. Building has no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 (subject to room availability). Late check-out fee of ₹500 per hour until 18:00, after that full night charge.
Complimentary at front desk; no charge.
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door. Main reception and ground-floor rooms wheelchair accessible. Lift 70 cm wide; rooms have standard-width doors. No designated accessible rooms.
On-site open parking for 15 cars, free of charge. Nearest public car park is 500 metres away (₹20 per hour). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: ₹200 per night per room
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; ₹1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Paul's Cathedral (605 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: devi mandap (610 m · ~8 min walk)
- Hindu temple: SANI MANDIR (752 m · ~9 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Kali Mandir (910 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
City Center — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
lichi bagan play ground — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM: Bank of India. — 434 m · ~5 min walk
dilip medical hall — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Nandini Genral Store — 412 m · ~5 min walk
Khadgara Bus Stand — 836 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indian Rupee, INR
Use ATMs or bank branches in the main market area for the best rates; avoid the airport and hotel exchange counters which charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted in most hotels, larger shops, and chain restaurants; smaller stalls, local eateries, and auto-rickshaws expect cash – contactless is rare.
Restaurants: 10% is common if no service charge added. Taxis: round up the fare. Hotel staff: tip 50-100 INR for bellboys or housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee or small cappuccino at a local cafe costs around 50-80 INR.
A thali meal at a local vegetarian restaurant costs about 100-150 INR.
A simple chicken curry with rice or roti costs about 150-200 INR at an affordable restaurant.
Popular areas for cheap eats include the stalls near Main Road and around the Clock Tower, where samosas, kachoris, and chaat cost 20-50 INR.
Reliance Smart and Big Bazaar are common budget supermarket chains in Ranchi.
Main Road and the local market offer affordable high-street clothing; for budget buys, try the pavement stalls near the Clock Tower.
City buses cost 10-30 INR per ride, but shared auto-rickshaws are the most flexible at 10-20 INR per shared trip. From the airport, the cheapest way is a shared auto to the main bus stand (around 50-80 INR) then a bus.
Eat at local dhabas and thali joints for filling, cheap meals. Bargain firmly at markets and with auto-rickshaws – ask locals for the going rate. Drink tap water only if boiled or filtered; buy large bottles (20 INR) to stay hydrated cheaply.
Good to know — Ranchi
Type C/D/M · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₹96.4 · INR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ranchi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apna Awaaz Building
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM: Bank of India. — 434 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · dilip medical hall — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Birsa Munda Airport bus stop (near exit gate) → Albert Ekka Chowk (0.5 km from Hotel Surya)
💡 Cramped and slow—only worth it if you're backpacking. Get off at Albert Ekka Chowk, then walk east along Main Road; hotel is on your left.
Kanke Road near Hotel Surya → Ranchi Junction railway station
💡 Flag down any green-and-yellow rickshaw heading towards station on Main Road. Negotiate per seat, not full vehicle price.
Anywhere in Ranchi → Hotel Surya
💡 Ola works reliably in Ranchi but surge pricing hits near the airport. Taxis at the counter are cheaper for short hops around Main Road.
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) → Hotel Surya, Main Road, Ranchi
💡 Book via the hotel's reception in advance for a flat ₹500 rate; airport touts often quote double. Use prepaid booth inside arrival hall if needed.
About Ranchi
Wikipedia ↗
Ranchi (Hindi: rāñcī, pronounced [ˈɾaːɲt͡ɕiː]) is the capital city and also the largest district by population of the Indian state of Jharkhand. Ranchi was the centre of the Jharkhand movement, which called for a separate state for the tribal regions of South Bihar, northern Odisha, western West Ben...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apna Awaaz Building?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the rear courtyard (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still within the lift's reach if one is available, and the courtyard side is typically quieter in a 3-star building on a main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apna Awaaz Building?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (noisy from lobby, foot traffic, and possible kitchen/service areas) and rooms facing the front of the building, especially on floors 1–2, which will pick up traffic noise from Ranchi's main roads.
Is Apna Awaaz Building noisy?
Ranchi's main roads have constant traffic (auto-rickshaws, buses), especially during morning and evening peak hours. The hotel's location on a named road means street noise is the primary nuisance. Also watch for lift shaft noise on higher floors if the hotel is older.
Which rooms have the best views at Apna Awaaz Building?
No specific scenic view guaranteed from this address (Ranchi city centre). A rear-facing room may give a modest skyline or a quieter street scene. Front-facing rooms look onto the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Apna Awaaz Building?
1) If you're a light sleeper, request a room on the third or fourth floor, rear side, and bring earplugs as backup – street noise can be persistent even at night in Ranchi's commercial areas. 2) Check if the hotel offers a quiet courtyard or garden area for morning tea; many 3-star properties in Ranchi have a small outdoor space worth asking about.
What time is check-in at Apna Awaaz Building?
Check-in at Apna Awaaz Building is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apna Awaaz Building have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (speed ~15 Mbps); no login required. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apna Awaaz Building?
₹200 per night per room
Where can I eat cheaply near Apna Awaaz Building?
A thali meal at a local vegetarian restaurant costs about 100-150 INR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apna Awaaz Building?
City buses cost 10-30 INR per ride, but shared auto-rickshaws are the most flexible at 10-20 INR per shared trip. From the airport, the cheapest way is a shared auto to the main bus stand (around 50-80 INR) then a bus.
When is the best time to visit Ranchi?
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 24°C, ideal for sightseeing without rain or heat; festivals like Sarhul (spring) are quieter outside these months.
Top Attractions in Ranchi
💡 Wear comfortable shoes. Temple closes briefly during midday for prayers (12–1 PM). Monday mornings are busiest.
💡 Boat rides cost about 50 rupees per person. Best visited at sunset when the lights come on.
💡 Go early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch the best light. Carry water.
💡 Locals avoid weekends when it gets crowded. Bring your own snacks as there are few vendors.
💡 Planetarium shows have limited seats; get tickets an hour early. The 3D show costs extra but is worth it.