Beautiful building and the room was very spacious and well decorated and comfortable. The man who was selling tours and giving information was very helpful and knowledgable. The location is fun if you are looking for raw New Delhi street life experience.

The streets outside are very “raw” with narrow streets, hard to drive in taxis, loud honking and more. At two different times when extending my stay, reception staff asked me to show them my booking.com account which I did, and then wanted me to give them a perfect score in front of them which I did not do and as a frequent traveller I really did not like that.

I have stayed here on several occasions now and no doubt will return. It is just like the Marigold Hotel in the film: 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.' The staff are lovely and try very hard, sometimes things don't go quite right, but they cannot be faulted for effort. Plus you have the added bonus of the location, being literally two minutes away from the hustle and bustle in the chaotic Paharganj Bazaar.

Jyoti Mahal is like a unique diamond in perfect location for India travellers: close to railway, not far from airport, surrounded by colourful street market. Stylish Indian architecture, cosy and quite rooms with perfect aircondition. Professional staff is 24/7 at the property always ready to help, consult or organize things. Special thanks to Mahi Kaur - her friendly presence made me feel like at home. Take a chance to chat with the hotel's owners, who are happy to tell stories about the palace and open up it's secrets. Nice Delhi panorama view on the rooftop. Superbreakfast and even better meals to order to the rooms. Reasonable price. I know where to stay on my next trip to Delhi.

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The Jyoti Mahal is a beautiful building in a great spot! There is so much wonderful work being done to make it better and better. I have stayed here in the past for many years and have always enjoyed it but now it is moving into the next level with all of the improvements being done. The staff were wonderful and so helpful, the food at the above restaurant was delicious and thank you to the owner for the delicious Gulab Jamun and the great shopping bags! I really look forward to my next stay!

I am challenged by the stairs .

We wanted to see Old Dehli and be within easy tuk tuk distance to Red Fort, India Gate, Conaught Place. We really got see those amazing street scenes of people working and living from the small homes, in the back streets there was no hassle and people were friendly. The hotel staff were very friendly and went out of there way to ensure our stay was well catered. We ate all our meals at the hotel and food was good. Hotel has a old Brittish Rage charm to it.

You need to take small taxis to enter the streets and we were a group of 12. Hotel staff was good and organised this for us.

Rooftop bar/restaurant is a great place to meet and chat with fellow travellers.

No wash basin in my en-suite bathroom. No lift so getting bags up and down was difficult.

Staying here was a great experience. Friendly, helpful staff and very comfortable beds. Location means there is always a lot to see right under your window and a great heritage building.

Bathroom was a little basic, but only to be expected in a heritage building. Power switch for the room was outside the door and neighbours repeatedly knocked our power off by accident, but these are small things. Overall, I'd recommnd this hotel.

Beautiful haveli building. Big rooms. Nice rooftop terrace. Staff wants to do the best for u. If u need anything, a few minutes after u get what u asked for. I feel at home at Jyoti Mahal. Paharganj is a noisy area, but as soon as you enter the hotel, u are in another world. No noise at all, Jyoti has become my favorite hotel in Delhi

Toilet at rooftop terrace and at reception are disgusting. Dirty, but real dirty No paper and no soap. Breakfast is served at the beautiful rooftop, but the waiter up there doesn't serve the guests at the best. There is no attention from his side. The menu has many things to offer, but very few dishes are available.

Arrived very early morning so had to bang on the door to be let in but staff very helpful once we'd woken them. We'd asked for two beds and they made up the daybed for us. Rooms a good size although a little run down but has historic charm.

The hot water didn't work in the room and they spent time trying to fix it but were unable to. They did find us another room so we could have a shower but it would have been better if they'd checked first that everything was working before we were allocated the room.

Staff were very welcoming on arrival despite it being 12.30am. Room was large and clean. Bathroom was exceptional - large, modern and fantastic shower - always with hot water. Loved the decor throughout the hotel - very quirky but not overdone. Location was good - very close to Rama Krishna Ashram Marg. Don't use New Delhi metro as you will need to traverse the walkway over the station which is always hectic with rushing passengers and their kitchen sinks! Despite being very close to busy streets, the hotel itself was very quiet.

The sheets had some stains on them. This seems the norm for India in all but 5 star hotels. When they took payment, I was due 100 rupees change, but I had to ask for it. Maybe a mistake.