The Daulat by Hotel Calmo

I would stay here again. The bed was comfortable, the air conditioning was perfect. It was quiet and there is a nice pool. Reception was friendly and helpful. The hotel is about two minutes walk from the Metro. The price is good to boot!

Great place to stay at for a night or two!

Sound proof is really bad! Been assigned to lower level and all the noise come to room and didn’t have good sleep. No privacy

My experience here did not start out well. Upon checking in, the reception asked for a credit card in order to leave a refundable deposit of $100 in case there was any damage to the room when we checked out. The room was paid for in full already. I was glad to cooperate since this is very common. The $100 charge was approved and then she noticed that - for security reasons - my bank does not put the credit card number on their cards (common practice with many credit card companies now). She asked me for my cc number. I asked her why. She said she needs to put it into their system. I said that the charge has already gone through and I did not want my cc information in their system since I had no idea who might have access to it. She called her supervisor and he said it was mandatory that they get my cc information. I refused. She said the only alternative was for her to reverse the charge and I pay the deposit in cash. I told her that I don't carry that much cash when I'm traveling. She told me I had to go to the nearest ATM machine and get the cash in order to get the room key. I decided not to fight with her any further as she said that her hands were tied and she couldn't do anything else. I walked 3 blocks away to the nearest mall and walked around until I found the ATM machine. It probably took me 25 minute. I deposited the cash with her and received a full refund when I checked out. In today's world of rampant personal information theft, I find it inexcusable that anyone in the hospitality industry would require my credit card information to be entered manually into their computer system. One might say that they needed it in case the damages were over $100 and they needed to charge me more. But that makes no sense since they were perfectly willing to accept $100 cash. I wish I could recommend this place to others, but I can't. There are many other very nice options in the area.

The location is great. In the center of Little India where they are ample of food choices in particular indian cuisines. It is also close the MTR station (Little India / Rochor). Staff is looking after another hotel next door, so you may need to call their number if no one arounds! It may not be convenient for traveler who are not able to make phone call. The room is fine, clean but small-ish and old. It is kind of expected for me, so I am okay with it.

Good service.